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Metro
3 days ago
- Metro
Brazilian butt lift bans, solar-farm scare stories and tenant tribunals
Do you agree with our readers? Have your say on these MetroTalk topics and more in the comments. I welcome the government crackdown on 'cosmetic cowboys' doing unlicensed procedures such as 'Brazilian butt lifts' or offering Botox and fillers, often in unsafe conditions (Metro, Thu). Hopefully, this will extend to surgeons operating on Brits abroad – some of whom have ended up dead. Of course this is the symptom of a wider problem – that people feel the need for these surgeries at all. Limiting access to them should make them less normalised, which will help. But we need to deal with the fact that tens of thousands of people are so unhappy with their bodies. That is a damning indictment of modern society and evidence we have a long way to go to stop judging people by their appearance, especially women, because – let's face it – it's mainly women getting these procedures. It's women who feel so insecure they are willing to risk life and limb to make themselves look nearer to some imaginary 'ideal'. We still judge women based on that shallow, predictable physical ideal. It's sexist, it's disgusting and it's killing people. Ryan Cooper, London These procedures won't make you look any 'better' – whatever that means – and it won't make you feel any better. The desire to have this done comes from insecurity about your body, pushed by massive amounts of ingrained and internalised sexism in society. You need self-acceptance, not bigger lips. No one's feelings about your body are as important as yours and you will care less about it as you get older – it's one of the best things about getting old. Any procedure has risks. Having unnatural rubbish pumped into your body is unhealthy and potentially dangerous, even if done by a qualified professional. It's society that needs to change, not you. If anyone tells you otherwise, then they're a git. And you shouldn't waste your time caring about gits. Helen Shaw, Liverpool Molly Neville (MetroTalk, Mon) thinks energy secretary Ed Miliband's suggestion that new-build homes should be fitted with solar panels is the precursor to building solar farms on all farmland. This is the same sort of thinking that suggests speed limits lead to the banning of private cars, low-traffic neighbourhoods limit people's movement to their immediate area and getting vaccinated is a plot to inject us with tracking devices. These are the modern equivalents to believing that when we sneeze we are vulnerable to evil spirits entering our bodies and are driven by the same factors – irrational fear and ignorance. Martin, London Further to Rushanara Ali having to resign as Labour's homelessness minister after hiking the rent on her east London property (Metro, Fri). More Trending If there are any other tenants who have had steep rent rises as I have, it would appear Ms Ali is not alone. First-tier tribunals, which deal with claims of unfair rent increases, allow landlords to impose huge rent rises with impunity. Where I live, most landlords now seem to be companies and therefore expect large profits, which these tribunals seem willing to permit. I doubt the government's forthcoming Renters' Rights Bill will make any difference. Edmund Hill, Brighton Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reported to be considering introducing VAT on private healthcare. The government should instead give tax relief on private healthcare, thus easing the pressure on the NHS. Another burden on the NHS is health tourism. Visitors from 155 countries have run up £219million of unpaid NHS bills. We should demand that these countries pay their citizens outstanding bills or we stop their foreign aid. Clark Cross, Linlithgow MORE: The Metro daily cartoon by Guy Venables MORE: Jennifer Aniston says Matthew Perry's death is 'for the better' in heartbreaking confession MORE: Harvey Willgoose's mum says her son's murderer needs to be 'made an example of'
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
I got a mummy makeover in Mexico to save £19k & had a tummy tuck, lipo & butt lift in one trip to banish my saggy tum
Find out the risks of getting surgery abroad MUMMY MAKEOVER I got a mummy makeover in Mexico to save £19k & had a tummy tuck, lipo & butt lift in one trip to banish my saggy tum Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A WOMAN had her 'mummy makeover' in Mexico in a desperate attempt to banish her saggy tum. Maleny Rapalo, who struggled with her body after having two children, has shared how she flew to another country for a bargain 'mummy makeover' despite warnings from loved ones. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 A mum of two got her dream mummy makeover Credit: Jam press 8 Maleny Rapalo struggled with body confidence after having kids Credit: Jam press 8 Maleny flew to Mexico for her bargain weight loss surgery Credit: Jam press The mum had spent years putting her family first and pushing her own insecurities to the side. After giving birth to her son Max, 11, and daughter Mila, six, she found herself battling low confidence due to loose skin, a 'mummy pouch' and a lack of shape – despite managing to lose over 20lbs through regular workouts. When gym sessions didn't give her the results she was hoping for, Maleny, who lives in Orange Country, California, began looking into surgical options in the US – only to be hit with shocking price tags of up to £25,000. Unable to justify the cost, the 32-year-old turned her attention abroad and explored medical tourism – eventually booking a consultation in Tijuana, Mexico. 'After having kids, I struggled with how my body looked, especially my tummy area,' Maleny told NeedToKnow. 'I had loose skin, a square shape and no matter how much I worked out, it just didn't bounce back. 'It made me feel really self-conscious. 'I would avoid taking photos from the front and always wear oversized shirts to hide everything. 'It affected how I showed up in everyday life. Woman left with 'turkey neck' after losing three stone on weight loss jabs gets £10,000 'mummy makeover' abroad 'I avoided tight clothes; bikinis were out of the question. 'I just didn't feel confident and I stopped feeling like 'me' – the woman I was before kids.' 8 Her stomach previously made her feel self-conscious Credit: Jam press The transformation included an extended tummy tuck, Lipo 360, arm and inner thigh liposuction, a Brazilian bum lift and muscle repair – all for $7,800 (£6,200) with an additional $1,000 (£740) for a week-long recovery stay. Despite initial concerns from friends and family, Maleny was confident in her decision. She did thorough research and spoke to a friend who had also undergone surgery in Mexico. Maleny, who is a content creator and full-time corporate employee, said: 'I was definitely nervous. 'It's a big decision and I didn't take it lightly. 'The thought of going abroad added to that at first, but once I did my research and found a surgeon I trusted, I felt at peace. 'The clinic was professional, the staff was amazing, and I felt very cared for throughout the entire process. '[The reaction from people in my life] was mixed at first. 'Some were supportive right away, others had concerns – especially about travelling. 'But once they saw how well I was being taken care of and how happy I was with the results, their perspective shifted. 'Now, they're so proud of me for doing something for myself.' Maleny had the surgery in April 2025. 8 Maleny said working out wouldn't cut it for her During recovery, she experienced some discomfort, particularly from the muscle repair when sneezing or coughing – but overall found the pain manageable. Now, three months post-op, she feels like a whole new person. She said, 'It was emotional when I first looked at myself in the mirror. 'Even though I was swollen, I could see curves, a waistline and the flat stomach I hadn't seen in years. 'I cried, not out of vanity, but because I finally saw myself again. 'It was like I got a piece of myself back.' The journey has not only changed her physically but emotionally too – giving her back the sense of self she lost after motherhood. Her family and online followers have been hugely supportive. Maleny has even shared her experience on TikTok, where she's been overwhelmed by the response – especially from other mums. She added: 'It's changed everything. 'I show up more confidently, whether it's getting dressed, being on camera, or just playing with my kids. 'I'm no longer hiding under baggy clothes or cropping myself out of photos. 'It's not just physical; it gave me a new sense of self-worth. 'I feel like the best version of myself, and that energy spills into everything I do, including motherhood. What are the risks of getting surgery abroad? IT'S important to do your research if you're thinking about having cosmetic surgery abroad. It can cost less than in the UK, but you need to weigh up potential savings against the potential risks. Safety standards in different countries may not be as high. No surgery is risk-free. Complications can happen after surgery in the UK or abroad. If you have complications after an operation in the UK, the surgeon is responsible for providing follow-up treatment. Overseas clinics may not provide follow-up treatment, or they may not provide it to the same standard as in the UK. Also, they may not have a healthcare professional in the UK you can visit if you have any problems. Source: NHS 8 The process included a butt lift, tummy tuck and lipo Credit: Jam press 8 She says she no longer has to hide under baggy clothes Credit: Jam press
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Scottish Sun
I'm a cosmetic cowboy victim & had kitchen lip filler – she was only qualified to work in McDonald's, says Faye Winter
Read on to find out why that 'bargain Botox' is NOT worth the risk WILD WEST I'm a cosmetic cowboy victim & had kitchen lip filler – she was only qualified to work in McDonald's, says Faye Winter WHEN I hear stories about the horrors of 'cowboy' cosmetic surgery, it makes my blood run cold. There's the utterly horrifying and tragic death of Alice Webb, a 33-year-old mother of five who died after a non-surgical butt-lift. Advertisement 5 Faye Winter has revealed her experience with 'cowboy' cosmetics Credit: Getty 5 She entered the Love Island villa in 2021 Credit: Rex 5 Faye believes that it's about time that the government took notice Credit: Getty Then Sasha Dean, a 53-year-old mum from Bedfordshire, who was left in a coma after a liquid BBL performed by a practitioner who was not a qualified surgeon. Speaking after the incident, she said: 'It's like playing Russian roulette with your life. If I'd known there was even 1% chance of dying, I'd never have done it.' Not to mention there are countless other cosmetic procedures currently being done by 'Wild West operators' right now - and they are truly leaving people scared for life. In May MPs heard that Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs) are being carried out 'by anyone' in people's living rooms, in Airbnbs and in hotel rooms, leading to adverse health effects. Advertisement READ MORE ON COSMETIC SURGERY BOTCHED OP I was left with 12cm HOLE in leg that smelled like rotten eggs after botched op For far too long, these devastating incidents have been a horrifying reality, a grim roll call of lives maimed and lost. So, it's about bloody time the government sat up and took notice. My journey with fillers and Botox started out well, and ended terribly with a couple of 'cowboy' clinics. I was going to a brilliant nurse, and I was happy with the results but she sadly decided she didn't want to do it anymore. Advertisement And she actually told me the industry was so dangerous and she'd had a baby, so she felt like it was only a ticking time bomb before something bad happened. With her gone, I made the mistake of looking for someone cheaper on Instagram. Faye Winter opens up about surgery reversal after Love Island It was so easy to find people back then through competitions and word of mouth. And that is when my nightmare began. Advertisement I paid around £100 a mil for my lip filler, and I came across someone in Devon who claimed to have a dental background. Everyone saw how big and lumpy my lips were on Love Island back in 2021, and now I know why. Now, my lips are wrinkly and have lost their natural collagen, so I'll never be able to go without filler Faye Winter They were overstretched, and the woman who did the procedure had actually come from a fast food hospitality background, not a medical one. She had lied to me completely and had only completed a one-day course. Advertisement Now, my lips are wrinkly and have lost their natural collagen, so I'll never be able to go without filler. The whole procedure was done in her kitchen - not a clinical setting at all - with dogs and children walking around while she worked on my face. Cheap Botox disaster She wasn't even dressed in any professional medical wear. Then, just before my Love Island audition, I had a cheap Botox disaster. Advertisement I paid just £180 for three areas, which is relatively cheap for that sort of procedure and the results were awful. Little did I know the person was a property developer who lied about his medical background. He did not admit any fault, and gave me no refund - it's a memory that will never leave me Faye Winter My eyebrows fully relaxed, my eyelids were hanging, and there was no shape to my face. When I saw what had happened, my heart was in my ass. Advertisement I was about to go on national television and had no idea how long it would take for the effects to wear off. When I went back to him to ask what he could do, he was pleased with the results and said I'd need PDO threads - a non-surgical method to lift and tighten sagging skin - to fix it! 5 Faye describes that her lips were "big and lumpy" when she went into the Love Island villa in 2021 Credit: Rex 5 Faye had her lip filler dissolved but admits she will always have to have them done Credit: PA Advertisement The rise in unregulared aesthetic practice Dr Hayder Ria, Aesthetic Doctor and founder of Harley Street Dermal, says: 'Having worked in the industry for over a decade, we've witnessed the serious consequences of unregulated aesthetic practice – from botched treatments to a widespread erosion of patient trust. The introduction of tighter regulations is long overdue and marks an important step towards improving safety, accountability, and professional standards across the board. It's about protecting patients, ensuring products used are properly regulated, and upholding the quality of results people expect. While there's still more to be done, particularly around enforcement and clarity, this is a positive and necessary first move.' He did not admit any fault, and gave me no refund - it's a memory that will never leave me. The UK's largest register for accredited practitioners, Save Face, received reports from more than 3,000 people in one year about complications or unwanted outcomes from cosmetic procedures. Like Ashton Collins, of Save Face, has said this 'Wild West' cosmetic world is truly a "crisis waiting to happen" due to dangerously unregulated practices. I know I made mistakes. Advertisement I can appreciate that I didn't do things correctly, but my friends have definitely learned from me. The wild west of cosmetic procedures has gone on for too long Faye Winter They're not going to people just based on price, which is so important. We don't think about it at the time, but what's fine for one person could be disastrous for you. If I hadn't gone through that, I wouldn't be able to share my story and raise awareness. Every cloud has a silver lining. Advertisement The death of Alice Webb, a 33-year-old mother of five, has been a tragic wake-up call. Fatal incidents She is believed to be the first person in the UK to die after a non-surgical Brazilian butt-lift procedure last year. Following her death and many other fatal incidents, a new crackdown is set to protect patients with strict rules on who can perform cosmetic procedures and in what locations. Ashton is campaigning for Alice's Law, a new piece of legislation named after Alice Webb who died after a BBL, to ensure these procedures are conducted only by qualified surgeons. Advertisement Officials have now issued a warning that 'rogue operators' with no medical training are causing serious harm and even death by carrying out invasive treatments in unregulated spaces like homes and pop-up clinics. Which is great but I can't be too excited yet. We don't know what those licenses will look like - they could just say you need a passport and a UK address. I never asked anyone to pay for my own correction work - that was on me, and I had to learn the hard way Faye Winter Once we know a bit more, it will be amazing, but for now, this is a massive step in the right direction. Advertisement The Department of Health and Social Care confirmed that the NHS frequently has to pick up the expensive bill for fixing these failed procedures. As for me, I don't think we, as taxpayers, should be paying for that. I never asked anyone to pay for my own correction work - that was on me, and I had to learn the hard way. I'm hopeful the new government licenses will create a much-needed industry standard. Advertisement The wild west of cosmetic procedures has gone on for too long, and it's time to safeguard people and make sure no one has to go through what I did.
