Plastic Surgery

The surprising new trend in plastic surgery isn't so much about what is getting done but who is getting it done. "One of the most interesting cosmetic trends we're seeing is what many are calling 'generational plastic surgery,'" explains Manhattan-based plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Guida in a release. "That is, mothers, daughters, and granddaughters exploring plastic surgery together." While a mother will have different concerns than her daughter, it's the act of going through surgery and recovery together that makes the whole idea seem beneficial for both. "Plastic surgery, while often life-changing, can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming," Dr. Guida says. "In these cases — when support becomes so important — who better to have at your side than a close loved one?" So whether it's a little Botox or an under-the-knife situation, moral support seems to be the trend.

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Looking at the photograph of Valeria Lukyanova, left, you might wonder if this Ukrainian Internet star really exists outside of the strange land of YouTube, where "living doll" beauty has become a trend. The picture, however, is from the new issue of V magazine, which flew Lukyanova, known as "the human Barbie," to New York for the shoot, proving her existence and giving us a glimpse into her bizarre brain. At Shine, we've profiled many doll-like ladies, from 19-year-old Anime queen Anastasiya Shpagina to 15-year-old London YouTube sensation Venus Palermo to English native Sarah Burge, who currently holds the world record for spending over $500,000 on cosmetic surgery. Even so, Lukyanova's story stands out.
Learn more about this "living doll" after the jump.

Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

• Unexpected images on Anna Wintour's Pinterest page: a dead rhino mouse, a set of frog legs, and a photograph of Sir Winston Churchill in full regalia from the Order of the Garter. [The Cut]
  

• Who's the next face of Burberry? Gold-medal-winning Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton is up for the job, but she has yet to see one of the brand's runway shows. "I haven't been able to go because of my training schedule, and I literally cried when I found out that it wasn't possible," she said. [Vogue UK]
  

• Two former employees of Bond No. 9 owner Laurice Rahme are suing her for creating a "pattern of racism against customers and employees." [New York Daily News]
  

• Beirut has overtaken Los Angeles as the world capital of plastic surgery — primarily because "you cannot find a job in Lebanon if you are not good-looking," according to one resident. "People will reject you socially." [Marie Claire UK]
  

• Helena Christensen has signed on as the new face of British label Boden. "We wanted to choose a model that would showcase our casual clothing in a more modern, urban style," said Justine Tabak, the brand's creative director. [The Daily Telegraph]

"Pumping" is a cheap, fast way to make your lips fuller, increase your breast or buttock size, and smooth wrinkles. It can also kill you, cause horrific infections, and put you in incredibly unrelenting pain for the rest of your life. At best, it'll just permanently disfigure you 10 or 15 years down the line. So what is it, and how can you avoid it? NPR just did a fascinating story on pumping and its victims, and it was incredibly informative as well as terrifying. To find out what pumping is and what the red flags are, just keep reading.

Orlando cosmetic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Hartog is opening the Liquid Gold LipoBank tomorrow, a "fat bank" where patients who have liposuction store removed fat for use at a later date (like when they want to smooth wrinkles or enlarge their breasts).

While freezing fat might seem like a great way to keep a natural filler and plumper on hand, some surgeons are generally leery of the idea. Those against it note that freshly taken fat is more stable and cite concerns about potential mix-ups at the "bank," which could prove deadly. Also, a 2007 survey of surgeons conducted by the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal found that "the clinical optimism expressed by the proponents of the procedure has not been corroborated by objective scientific assessments."

Dr. Hartog says that fat freezing eliminates the need for more invasive treatments (and the need to go under anesthesia multiple times) because it allows you to inject more in later. He also explains that the fat is specially treated with protectants to help it last a lifetime at the bank. Still, keeping your liposuctioned fat around just in case you want to fill in your wrinkles in a decade or two is now a possibility. Thanks, science?

If you've dieted and exercised but can't seem to get rid of your stubborn muffin top or saddlebags, the FDA-approved CoolSculpting treatment may be for you. Developed by Harvard scientists, the nonsurgical and painless weight loss procedure essentially freezes your fat away without damaging your skin. It's not helpful for big weight loss but may be perfect for those struggling with resistant areas they want to spot treat.

A noninvasive applicator sucks on the area being treated, and for an hour your fat cells are lowered to a temperature that kills them but leaves your skin cells unharmed. As a result, the fat cells stop working and are metabolized over time — it takes two to four months to see a 20 percent reduction in fat in the treated area. Patients will experience a firm pulling sensation, intense cold, and pressure during the procedure and mild bruising afterward, but there's no recovery time necessary.

Keep reading to find out how much CoolSculpting costs.