New pictures of Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin appearing at a political conference have sparked rumours that the 58-year-old has undergone cosmetic surgery.
The former president looked fresh-faced and wrinkle-free during a speech at the United Russia congress which took place over the weekend.
Oscar-winning actress Jane Fonda, still hailed by many as a beauty at the age of 73, has revealed that cosmetic surgery is among her tips for ageing gracefully.
At the age of 72 she underwent procedures to minimise the effects of ageing along her jawline and under her eyes, to make her face appear less ‘droopy’.
Women planning to undergo cosmetic surgery are being warned not to go too far when it comes to treatments such as dermal fillers.
Criticism has recently been levelled at veteran pop star Madonna, 53, who is reported to be the subject of procedures which have left her face appearing more well-padded than usual.
Daily Mail columnist Liz Jones said: “[Madonna] appears most recently to have overdone the amount of filler she has pumped into her skin to the point where I worry she might pop.
“You become seduced by a certain cosmetic procedure, and cling to it like an inflatable life raft, thinking it will save you.
“The problem is that it can be so easy to lose track not only of reality, but of what is acceptable, desirable, attainable and affordable.”
Jones was keen to point out that a little surgery can be a good thing, being a fan herself – but anyone who goes too far is at risk of spiralling towards the problematic appearance of famous examples such as Jocelyn Wildenstein.
Irish band manager Louis Walsh has admitted that he would have more cosmetic surgery if it meant he secured his place on the judging panel for the latest series of the X Factor.
The 58-year-old has already admitted to having surgery to remove his eye bags and cosmetic treatments to whiten his teeth, allegedly on Simon Cowell’s insistence. Walsh last night told reporters that cosmetic surgery was essential in his industry and that “if you want to last, you have to do it.”
The music mogul’s comments come amid reports that one of the show’s regular judges, Dannii Minogue, has already been axed, with her replacement yet to be announced. Cowell, 51, has been concentrating on the promotion of the US version of the talent show, taking Cheryl Cole with him to join Paula Abdul on the judging panel. He is yet to comment on the controversy surrounding Minogue or Walsh.
Daily Mail reporter Diana Appleyard has written a comprehensive diary of her recent eye bag removal surgery in a bid to give cosmetic surgery a new perspective.
The 50-year-old, who is married with two children, Beth 22, and Charlotte, 17, decided to opt for the surgery after seeing pictures of herself in which she thought she looked “103 years old”. But she didn’t tell her husband or daughters that she had booked in for a consultation, and left it until the surgery was booked to confide in her family.
Appleyard’s reasoning behind the surgery was not pure vanity, she explained, but instead a way of removing a problem that she saw as “genetic”.
“There is mad psychology in my wanting this eye procedure”, she wrote.
“I have told myself my eye bags are genetic — my father had lots of loose skin under his eyes — and so in my view this operation is somehow ‘medical’”.
Despite her reasons, she was adamant that this would be it for cosmetic surgery, something her husband was grateful for. Now Appleyard says she can’t help looking in the mirror and thinking “Oh it’s you – but better!”
New figures reveal that more than half of executives would consider cosmetic treatments as a way of boosting their career prospects.
The study, carried out by consultant firm The Aziz Corporation, found that 54 per cent of female executives and 50.6 per cent of male would consider cosmetic treatments as a way of increasing their standing in their workplace.
What’s more, the company discovered that nearly a third of the female respondents, 30 per cent, had undergone cosmetic procedures already, as had 17 per cent of the men questioned. (more…)
Multi-talented creative powerhouse Jane Fonda isn’t taking her seventies slowly – the star is making a comeback, and a little cosmetic surgery has helped boost her confidence too.
While Jane decided to make a pact against cosmetic procedures back in 2000, she says she eventually became tired of looking in the mirror and not recognising herself. She’s since admitted to having work done on her chin, neck and eyes.
Appearing on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Jane said: “I look more like how I feel. I’m glad I did it.” (more…)
The Daily Mail reports that Desperate Housewives’ star Marcia Cross, known to fans of the show as Bree Hodge, has been spotted looking remarkably fresh-faced for her 48 years, prompting speculation the actress may have turned to cosmetic surgery in a bid to maintain her flawless porcelain complexion. (more…)
Matthew McConaughey has long been at the centre of rumours about his good looks and whether a little cosmetic surgery has helped him retain them, and the Hollywood star recently sparked new discussions due to reports that he’s been meeting surgeons to discuss options. (more…)
The number of British women choosing Botox treatments to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles has risen by 15 per cent this year, as more people are embracing the cost-effective solution to a smoother complexion.
More than a million men and women now use the wrinkle relaxing treatments each year in the UK, according to research from Mintel. The research analyst found that Botox is increasingly being viewed as a normal part of peoples’ beauty regime, and that the market is worth £18 million each year in the UK.
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