How has Instagram changed the way millennial’s are approaching plastic surgery procedures? “Our younger patients are showing me images they have of themselves or ones that they aspire to–from Instagram,” said plastic surgeon, Dr. Chad Robbins from Nashville TN. His patients are also bringing in photos of Kylie Jenner (68.9 million followers), Kim Kardashian West (78.2 million followers) and Charlize Theron (1.3 million followers)—all Instagram favorites with huge followings, which isn’t a coincidence. Dr. Robbins has seen what he calls a “dramatic shift” in procedures since the rise of Instagram.
Patients want younger and less tired eyes, eyelid surgery, nose surgery, neck liposuction, less wrinkles and fuller lips–especially the social media savvy ones.
Snapchat offers a glimpse into a celebrity’s lifestyle, along with their expensive and intensive makeup routine; but Instagram is the far superior platform to show off makeup skills, especially since images can be heavily edited with apps Perfect365 (it’s the self-proclaimed “best free makeover app,” with people sharing their own before and after photos) and Facetune.
Enhancements, ranging from lip injections to eyelash extensions, have also grown in popularity since the rise of social media. Snapchat and Instagram have become one of the biggest drivers for new clients to pursue eyelash extensions.
“Women are always looking for ways to step up their Instagram game, take better photos and curate an enviable feed, without having to spend too much editing and filtering their images. Lash extensions help women celebrate their natural features instead of trying to totally change up their looks,” Robbins said. Most customers are looking for Kylie Jenner or Kim Kardashian lashes–which, unsurprisingly, are also the bodies and faces most asked for by plastic surgeons, according to Dr. Robbins.
Finding a balance between healthy vanity and narcissism is important. If you stare at your face for long enough, you’re certain to notice what’s wrong, whether it’s a wrinkle, a too-thin upper lip or lashes that could be just a little bit longer. Some patients think once you correct it using an app, what’s the harm in correcting it in real life? People are bringing in edited photos of themselves to show plastic surgeons.
Dr. Robbins stresses that the key to a happy patient is talking and setting realistic expectations!
Visit us at www.robbinsplasticsurgery.com or call 615-401-9454 today to schedule your consultation.
