Men's Use of Cosmetic Surgery and the Role of Traditional Masculinity Ideologies (Updated June 20, 2024).

A recent study conducted in the German-speaking part of Europe examined the prevalence, acceptance, and motivations behind men's use of cosmetic surgery, as well as the potential association between cosmetic surgery and traditional masculinity ideologies (TMI). The study found that 19.5% of the 241 self-identifying men surveyed had undergone cosmetic surgery, with the most common procedures being wrinkle treatment, eyelid correction, and head-hair transplant. The main reasons for undergoing surgery were to feel better and look better, while increasing sexual success and manliness were also reported. The study also found a positive association between conformity to TMI and men's use of cosmetic surgery, suggesting that it may be used as a means to assert power, success, dominance, and sexual success. However, it is important to note that this study has not yet undergone peer review. [Extracted from the article]