The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery conducted a survey in 2011 which discovered that Americans who approve of cosmetic plastic surgery "is increasing regardless of age or income level." The survey also showed that even though those between 35 and 50 are more than likely to choose cosmetic surgery, individuals between 18 and 24 are most likely to consider having surgery done immediately or in the future. Spire Healthcare in the United Kingdom also conducted a survey of women between 18 and 30 years old. It revealed that 25 percent of these women "first consider cosmetic procedures between the ages of 10 and 15" years old. The survey also found that "one in three British teens decide to pursue plastic surgery" between the ages of 15 and 18 years old. Chantelle Horton, the editor of More magazine, was quoted saying "It is clear that young women see surgery as a normal, acceptable and desirable way to correct their perceived imperfections and they genuinely believe this would make them happier." This article provides good survey data regarding how Americans and other women around the world perceive cosmetic procedures.
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. (September 19, 2011). Surveys find many young women begin planning plastic surgeries in teens. Available from http://www.surgery.org/consumers/plastic-surgery-news-briefs/surveys-find-young-women-planning-plastic-surgeries-teens-1035572
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