Plastic Surgery

Used tissues

What happens to plastic surgery leftovers?

Sally Williams Recycling tummy tuck by-products has become a big business. But do patients have a right to know where their unwanted fat ends up?

Ageing dilemma

Does plastic surgery make you look younger?

Generic pic of a woman ageing, before and after, complexion, skincare, photoshop, cosmetic surgery.

Sandy Smith Yes. By seven years, says a new study from the University of Toronto.

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Eyes wide open

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What's behind the trend for Asian people to have their faces "Westernised", wonders Benjamin Law.

Skin deep

Is being beautiful wrecking your love life?

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Sandy Smith Everyone thinks beautiful people have it all but what if your dazzling good looks are really a burden, ruining your chances of a lasting relationship or marriage?

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Tips for top photo finish

How to look good in photos.

It is so true, you probably don't really look as bad as your passport photo or half as good as your Facebook photo.

Body image

Kate Beckinsale: Hollywood hates women's bodies

Kate Beckinsale

"There's an obsessional hatred of normal human processes," says actress.

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Beach bodies?

The push for plastic

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Cosmetic augmentation, à la The Shire, is on the rise and it's coming to lips, breasts and foreheads near you.

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Cosmetic procedures

Forget fitness, today's vain favour the eye of the needle

Doctor Chan gives botox to a model.

Adam Carey When it comes to keeping up appearances, it appears Botox is in and barbells are out.