A senior Estée Lauder executive died suddenly in February after cosmetic filler triggered a pulmonary embolism, the New York City medical examiner announced this week. A pulmonary embolism happens when an object, in this case filler, blocks an artery in the lungs. This blocks blood flow, starving the entire body of oxygen. Kendal Ascher, 56, died … Read more
More than three million people travel to undergo cosmetic surgery each year, statistics show — but the potential savings come at a cost. Most people opting to pursue this so-called “medical tourism” are chasing budget-friendly price tags. International surgeries, such as hair transplants in Turkey, can cost as little as $4,000 to $5,000, compared to $20,000 to … Read more
Cosmetic surgery is booming in the US, with patients shelling out thousands of dollars for liposuction, Brazilian butt lifts and other body-contouring procedures. But the promise of the perfect look can come at a deadly cost. An investigation by KFF Health News and NBC found that cosmetic surgery chains have faced scores of malpractice lawsuits … Read more
Your next trip to smooth out crow’s feet or fill in smile lines could look a little different. Experts are urging clinics to perform ultrasounds before injecting cosmetic fillers into patients’ faces — a step they say could make the popular procedure safer and more precise. The push follows new research raising concerns about a … Read more
They’ve got nothing to smile about. Once a Hollywood secret, veneers have become a symbol of aesthetic perfection, seemingly as “basic” as Botox and filler — but botched operations are leaving people in tears, pain and debt. Influencers and celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa and Simon Cowell showcase dazzling, why-are-their-teeth-so-white smiles on the red … Read more
Who are you really going to trust for your skincare routine — a random influencer? Or a doctor who makes people look younger for a living? Fortunately, Dr. Dendy Engelman, a dermatologic surgeon at Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, doesn’t gatekeep her anti-aging must-haves. Speaking to The Post, the 47-year-old broke down both her morning and evening … Read more
Activist group StopAntisemitism is demanding Sephora stop carrying products from Huda Beauty after its founder posted a TikTok rant in which she blamed Israel for causing every World War, 9/11 and even the Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attack. “All of the conspiracy theories coming out and a lot of evidence behind them — that Israel has been … Read more
A trendy cosmetic treatment might sculpt your jawline now — but it could spell trouble if you’re eyeing a face-lift later in life. That’s the warning from Dr. Prem Tripathi, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, who said a popular nonsurgical procedure used to dissolve stubborn chin fat could turn future surgery into a nightmare that … Read more
She couldn’t feel a thing. When it comes to cosmetic procedures, there are many potential side effects — including an unexpected one that can affect your sex life. Brooke Carrero knows best — she’s a registered nurse trained in aesthetic injections who tells it like it is when it comes to trendy cosmetic procedures women … Read more
A popular OnlyFans creator and influencer has detailed her horrific experience after getting a Brazilian Butt Lift procedure in Turkey. Kayla Jade, who boasts 2.2 million followers on TikTok, said she had “always struggled with body image issues.” “I didn’t have a lot of money at the time, and I had heard so many people … Read more
Her looks just won’t fly. Sure, upgrading your face from basic economy to premium first-class via cosmetic surgery has its perks. But the pain of being unrecognizable in your legal ID photos at the airport outweighs the benefits of being beautiful, so says influencer Ashley Stobart. Ashley Stobart, from the UK, shocked her podcast co-host … Read more
A personal injury attorney who specializes in beauty products and services is warning against the cosmetic treatment she’d never do again due to its scary and “horrific” side effect — which is a lot more common than people realize. Whitney Ray Di Bona, owner of Beauty Justice, LLC, railed against CoolSculpting, a popular procedure that … Read more
Lisa Barlow’s lifestyle is always top-shelf, and her skincare routine is no exception. When the “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star revealed on an October episode of “Watch What Happens Live” that she was scheduled to undergo a cosmetic procedure, a CO2 laser, fellow guest Molly Sims urged her against it. Sims said, “You cannot f … Read more
Smile, you’re on ToothTok camera. Dentists of TikTok taking a bite out of Hollywood, exposing leading ladies and lads for their high-cost cosmetic dental work. Many celebrities with impossibly pretty teeth have allegedly undergone dental treatments to give them whiter, straighter and more uniform chompers. While some use their fame and fortune to catch up … Read more
Well, this is not uplifting news. Americans can’t get enough of cosmetic procedures, which increased 5% in 2023 over the previous year, according to a report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). All procedures carry risk, but one in particular comes with a staggering 92% likelihood of complications, new research finds. Eye color change surgery, … Read more
Angela Hutchinson went on social media to share the results of getting liposuction on her chin. She wasn’t prepared for the cruel response. Ms Hutchinson, 34, lives on NSW’s Central Coast and spent $4800 on liposuction, a cosmetic procedure in which fat is removed from an area of the body. She told news.com.au that after losing … Read more
This news might put a bad taste in your mouth. Titanium dioxide, a common ingredient in sunscreen and cosmetics, can likely be found in some of your favorite foods, including various kinds of candy, gum, pre-packaged meals like frozen pizza and more. The additive — a powdery metallic compound — is used to enhance the color of … Read more
Si waaaaaaaaa? JoJo Siwa has spent a whopping $50,000 on cosmetic surgery after admitting that she is “a very insecure person.” The 20-year-old singer made the shocking reveal during the 2024 GLAAD Awards in March after BuzzFeed posted a TikTok asking celebrities what was the most expensive thing they were wearing. “My teeth” Siwa bluntly … Read more
Barbie’s getting snubbed in Palm Beach, too. “Old Palm Beachers snicker as they watch women new to the scene arrive in pink, yes, pink, Rolls-Royces, like a battalion of invading Barbies—a shocking display in a town accustomed to understated wealth,” journalist Daisy Prince wrote last month in a Vanity Fair piece exploring Palm Beach’s “identity … Read more
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning after nearly 100 Americans died from cosmetic surgery procedures in the Dominican Republic. Ninety-three U.S. citizens died of complications from cosmetic surgery in that country between 2009 to 2022, according to the CDC. The deaths have increased in recent years with more than half occurring … Read more