Survey Finds that One in Three Australian Men Would Consider Cosmetic Surgery

One third of Australian men are admitting that they would consider cosmetic survey, according to a new independent survey of 1,500 people across Australia on behalf of the Victorian Cosmetic Institute.

(PRWEB) November 3, 2009 -- One third of Australian men are admitting that they would consider cosmetic survey, according to a new independent survey of 1,500* people across Australia on behalf of the Victorian Cosmetic Institute.

Men are two and a half times more likely than women to have cosmetic surgery for professional reasons as they believe good looks are the key to landing a better job.

This is in line with a University of Sydney study that found that ‘lookism’ is on the rise and your physical appearance is more important than previous experience in some trades

As procedures become less intrusive and expensive, men are more willing to incorporate them as a regular part of their daily regime. Now like going to the gym, moisturizing or brushing your teeth - having botox injections, a chemical peel or a dermal filler are fast becoming a normal part of their day-to-day lives

Men are realizing that they can reinvent themselves and there is no stigma attached anymore to having work done

The facts are that cosmetic procedures are becoming common place with 41% of the Australian population over the age of 18 saying they would have cosmetic surgery in a heartbeat.

The primary reason people give for wanting a

is that they feel past their use by date, with even those in the 25-34 year old age bracket feeling they are over the hill.

Dr Chan says men are now feeling similar pressure to look their best as women have for many years.

“As procedures become less intrusive and expensive, men are more willing to incorporate them as a regular part of their daily regime. Now like going to the gym, moisturizing or brushing your teeth - having botox injections, a chemical peel or a dermal filler are fast becoming a normal part of their day-to-day lives”.

The survey showed that men are four times more likely than women to have cosmetic surgery due to pressure from their partner and two and a half times more likely to have cosmetic surgery following a divorce.

“Men are realizing that they can reinvent themselves and there is no stigma attached anymore to having work done” according to Dr Chan.

“The facts are that cosmetic procedures are becoming common place with 41% of the Australian population over the age of 18 saying they would have cosmetic surgery in a heartbeat. "

“The primary reason people give for wanting a “freshen up” is that they feel past their use by date, with even those in the 25-34 year old age bracket feeling they are over the hill.”

The Victorian Cosmetic Institute has two locations in Melbourne, Australia and features a team of specialised cosmetic doctors, and nurses. The Institute uses the latest research, products and technology to provide patients with the most up-to-date techniques and specialises in non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments.

Popular treatments include anti wrinkle injections, laser based treatments like hair removal, laser skin resurfacing, dermal fillers, micro dermabrasion, lipodissolve and other cosmetic surgery procedures.

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