UK's More! magazine survey reinforces the general acceptance of cosmetic surgery and indicates that it is more desired than ever before.  The survey results indicate that 72 per cent of women in the age range from 18 to 30 want to have cosmetic surgery, and almost half activley planning for cosmetic surgery in near future.

Some have argued that these results are shocking, however, the findings are consistent with the overall trend in developed societies such as Australia that is acceptable to look good through cosmetic surgery.  It is no surprise that young women want to look good but it is interesting the high percentages for certain procedures with breast enhancements (36 per cent), liposuction (34 per cent), nose jobs (14 per cent), breast reductions (6 per cent) and tummy tucks (6 per cent) being the most sort after cosmetic procedures.

These numbers are down to choice. Given the changing societal, medical and economic factors, young women have a greater choice than ever and many are opting for plastic and cosmetic surgery. It is seen as a right now with more than 60% think that they have a right to a cosmetic surgery procedure. The survey was conducted in the UK, but the parellels for Australia are clear.  The women are aware of the cost and are willing to pay.  Over 50% are willing to pay more than 2000 pounds and more than a third would be willing to take out a loan or borrow from friends and family.

We have been suggesting for a while that Cosmetic surgery has lost its stigma.  The results also confirm this thesis. Only 31% would keep their procedure a secret and most (over 50%) know that the results are visible and too obvious to hide.