Why more men than ever are considering cosmetic procedures

Over the last ten years, cosmetic and aesthetic procedures have exploded in popularity.

As treatments are now easier than ever to access, more medically safe and less stigmatised - more people are turning to procedures to help them address any issues they feel they want to improve in themselves.

Over the last ten years, cosmetic and aesthetic procedures have exploded in popularity. As treatments are now easier than ever to access, more medically safe and less stigmatised - more people are turning to procedures to help them address any issues they feel they want to improve in themselves.

While cosmetic procedures have traditionally been seen as the practices of women, in recent times more and more men have been opting to choose aesthetic treatments. Whether it's to address elements of their appearance they feel they want to change, boost their confidence or simply give themselves a new look, there is a huge range of treatments available exclusively for men.

Reducing the stigma around men seeking out these types of services has been hugely helped by platforms like Instagram and social media influencers. They allow a behind-the-scenes look at how procedures are carried out and give men the option to express themselves, as seen by influencers like Jeffree Starr who are candid with their fans about their treatments. Male celebrities have also played a crucial role, such as Jamie Laing of Made in Chelsea, who has talked about his cosmetic procedures as well as sharing his skin care and grooming routines that help him maintain his appearance and confidence. Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has also discussed his chest reduction openly with the media.

Although only 10% of all cosmetic procedures in the UK are performed on men, enquiries into procedures have hugely increased, indicating how men are feeling comfortable enough to at least explore the options that are out there.

Some of the most popular procedures for men include hair transplants, to help resolve issues with hair loss and thinning, beard transplants to thicken facial hair, liposuction to help tackle hard-to-shift areas of fat or the alternative CoolSculpting (also known as fat freezing). Botox and facial fillers are also popular choices that provide results to help smooth and even out facial features men might want to improve upon. These types of treatments are easy to access, affordable, have quick recovery time and provide excellent results in most patients.

Thanks to men prominent in the media standing up and speaking about their experiences with cosmetic procedures, it's easier than ever for men to broach the subject and explore the options available to them if they wish to find ways to adjust their appearance that allows them to feel  at their most confident. To find out more about the kinds of cosmetic procedures available to men, visit our full treatment list.