Brotox and Ball Lifts

You Want...

To look like yourself, only better

DID YOU KNOW?

David Beckham openly admits to wearing makeup - he even steals Victoria's products!

The Procedure

Blend it like Beckham

As makeup artistry continues to flourish on YouTube, it was only a matter of time before men started getting in on the action - contouring, highlighting, concealing and even filling in patches in facial hair with an eyebrow pencil!

PRICE:

N/A

RESULT:

A more polished appearance, more confidence.

DANGER:

Nothing at all! Feel free to experiment gents.

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Celebrity Suspect

David Beckham

Speaking to Elle magazine, Victoria Beckham broke the internet with the revelation that David frequently raids her beauty kit.

You've Got...

A soft, squidgy mid-section

You Want...

Sculpted, HD abs that (look like they)
could grate cheese

The Procedure

Body Contouring

Traditional spray tanning techniques are used to contour lines in the right places on the body giving the illusion of gym-sculpted muscles and a sleek, bronzed physique with zero effort.

PRICE:

£60-£110

RESULT:

Better selfies, more confidence.

DANGER:

It's pretty safe. The abs do wash off though.

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Celebrity Suspect

Bradley Cooper and Hugh Jackman

Bradley Cooper and Hugh Jackman are rumoured to be fans.

You've Got...

A greying pubis that belies your age

You Want...

A dark, rich carpet to match your drapes

The Procedure

Colour Manscaping

The at-home procedure is more or less the same as dying the hair on your head - only you might have to assume a less dignified position. Products available in blonde, black and brown as well as red, purple, blue and green for special occasions.

PRICE:

At home products from £15.99 (Amazon)

RESULT:

A more youthful appearance south of the belt, increased confidence.

DANGER:

It's quite safe - just be careful you choose the right colour!

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Celebrity Suspects

Sean "P.Diddy" Coombs

Sean "P.Diddy" Coombs, Ben Stiller and Jack Black are all said to be fans of dark pubic hair dye.

You've Got...

A bushy pubic area

You Want...

Slippery smooth skin and an extra optical inch

DID YOU KNOW?

Almost half of men are now trimming or shaving their leg hair.

The Procedure

Boyzilian

A more extreme update of the classic back, sack and crack, a manzilian means removing everything. You know the drill... wax goes on, hair (and dignity) comes off! Those looking for longer-lasting results can opt for laser hair removal.

PRICE:

Laser hair removal from £50-£500 per session, depending on the size of the area (6-8 sessions recommended).

RESULT:

An extra "optical inch", more aerodynamic, easier to clean.

DANGER:

Redness, discolouration, ingrown hairs. Worst case scenario? Cuts, infections, scarring, abscesses.

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You've Got...

A forehead like a Shar-Pei

You Want...

A face like the back of a spoon

DID YOU KNOW?

The number of British men having Botox has risen by 27% over the past five years.

The Procedure

Brotox

A synthetic neurotoxin is injected into areas of concern, most often the forehead and eye area, to temporarily paralyse the muscles and iron out facial wrinkles.

PRICE:

From £150

RESULT:

A fresher and younger appearance, more confidence.

DANGER:

Short-lived results, a look of permanent surprise. Worst case scenario? Dropping, uneven facial features, headaches.

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Celebrity Suspect

Martin Clunes

All of them! The latest to be outed is Martin Clunes, alleged to have had a number of ‘tweakments’ earlier this year.

You've Got...

A neglected bum and a whole
lot of stress

You Want...

An invigorated undercarriage and a
smooth, toned backside

The Procedure

The A Steam

Originally a treatment for the Emperor of China, the signature "A Steam" treatment offered by one Santa Monica spa involves sitting on a "throne" (essentially a padded toilet) and allowing steam and herbs to cleanse and detoxify the area.

PRICE:

£40 for 30 mins

RESULT:

Claims to improve muscle tone, tissue health and cardiovascular performance, give increased energy, smoother skin, deeper sleep and better digestive and prostate health. It also claims to soothe haemorrhoids if needed.

DANGER:

Worst case scenario? Burns (if temperature is misjudged).

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Celebrity Suspect

Gwyneth Paltrow

The “A-Steam” took off after Gwyneth Paltrow allegedly revealed that she was a fan of a similar treatment.

You've Got...

A sad sack

You Want...

Balls you could play ping pong with

The Procedure

Scrotox

A synthetic neurotoxin is injected into the scrotum to relax muscles and create a smoother, higher and more symmetrical look.

PRICE:

£450-£600

RESULT:

Improved sex life, reduced wrinkles, less sweating, more confidence.

DANGER:

Pain (during treatment), short-lived results. Worst case scenario? Loss of sensitivity.

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Celebrity Suspect

George Clooney

George Clooney joked in an interview with Esquire that he had had his balls 'ironed', saying it was, "the latest thing in Holllywood."

You've Got...

Respectable B-C cup man boobs

You Want...

Firm, flattish pecs

DID YOU KNOW?

According to the British Association of Plastic Surgeons, an average of 796 male breast reductions are carried out in the UK per annum.

The Procedure

Moob Job

Often caused by a hormone imbalance, the procedure to correct gynaecomastia involves making an incision around the nipple and using liposuction to suck out excess fatty tissue.

PRICE:

Around £5,500

RESULT:

More confidence on the beach and in the bedroom.

DANGER:

Pain, numbness, mild infection. Worst case scenario? Bleeding, scarring, wonky moobs.

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Celebrity Suspect

Dwayne Johnson

According to the Irish Independent, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson admitted to undergoing the treatment for aesthetic reasons back in 2005.

You've Got...

A weak, receding or non-existent chin

You Want...

A powerful, masculine jawline
Batman would be proud of

DID YOU KNOW?

Strong chins are traditionally associated with dominance and masculinity.

The Procedure

Chinplants

Chinless wonders rejoice! While implants remain a popular choice, chin-job technology has now evolved to the point where a defined jawline can also be achieved with a few strategic injections of hyaluronic acid. #Chinning.

PRICE:

Around £4,400 (implant) From £450 (fillers)

RESULT:

More confidence at work and in social situations.

DANGER:

Over-use, skin reactions. Worst case scenario? Misshapen chin/jawline, infection, skin reactions, lumps.

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Celebrity Suspect

Robbie Williams

Speaking to an Australian news site, Robbie Williams admitted to having Botox, fillers and something done to [his chin].

You've Got...

Stubble trouble - a patchy face that never
quite made it out of puberty

You Want...

Full, fashionable face furniture

The Procedure

Beard Transplant

Tiny individual hair follicles are removed from the back of the scalp (where the hair is thickest) and transplanted into any bald patches on the beard or sideburns. Hair should start to grow immediately.

PRICE:

£3,000 - £7,000

RESULT:

Increased confidence - beards are supposed to communicate dominance and masculinity.

DANGER:

Swelling bruising, sensitivity, pain. Worst case scenario? Ingrown hairs, infection, scarring, hair growing in wrong direction.

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Celebrity Suspect

Kyle Christie

Geordie Shore's Kyle Christie openly admits to having the procedure.