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Cosmetic procedures are of increasing interest to millennial men, a new industry report found.
Thirty one percent of men said they were extremely likely to consider a cosmetic procedure, either surgical or noninvasive, according to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Among that 31 percent, 58 percent were from 25 to 34 years old and 34 percent were aged 18 to 24 years. Both age ranges are members of the millennial generation.
The top reason cited by respondents pursuing cosmetic procedures to appear younger was wanting to feel better about themselves, followed by the desire to appear less tired or stressed, and then to please their partners. In the 25- to 34-year-old range, 42 percent cited wanting to remain competitive in their career as a reason to go under the knife.
The most common procedures for men are rhinoplasty (nose jobs), otoplasty (pinning back the ears), and treatment for gynecomastia (a surgery that reduces male breast size), according to Clyde H. Ishii, a surgeon and president of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Part of the reason young men are increasingly interested in cosmetic procedures derives from social media, said Dr. Fred G. Fedok, president of the academy that conducted the survey. "People are more aware of their looks from different angles," he said. A growing interest in health and self-care also plays a part. "It's sort of like exercise," Fedok said about cosmetic procedures.
Apparently man boobs have gone out of fashion.
(Score: 2) by rigrig on Saturday June 24 2017, @11:52AM (2 children)
Not all that surprising, given they were unhappy enough with themselves to undergo this kind of surgery to begin with.
Or did they actually have a control group with people that also wanted to go through with gender reassignment surgery, but were told they couldn't have any?
No one remembers the singer.
(Score: 2) by KGIII on Saturday June 24 2017, @03:36PM
No, the number is compared with the general population. I didn't dig further.
"So long and thanks for all the fish."
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Saturday June 24 2017, @04:13PM
Unless life suddenly changes after their surgery then it would be kind of a let down. Still get harassed most likely, still have a hard time dating, and after such a dramatic change I imagine that could all pile up even more. Plus, such a massive body change is likely to have some regrets even if overall it is positive.