If you’re in your 30s and considering a cosmetic medicine procedure, you’re not alone. According to a study released in 2024 by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, there were more than 33.7 million operations carried out by plastic surgeons across the globe in 2022.
In addition, the ISAPS projected that the number of procedures carried out in the years ahead would increase by more than 11%.
There are many reasons for the rising popularity of cosmetic surgery around the world, particularly for this group of women. This includes social media influence, the ease of access to these procedures, the many different procedures available and the fact that some are minimally invasive.
Below, we highlight the five most requested surgeries by women navigating their third decade.
1. Breast Augmentation or Lift
Our bodies start to change considerably as we age. This happens to nearly everyone around this age, but it can be accelerated in women if, for instance, they have children.
That’s why breast augmentation or breast lifts are such popular surgical procedures for this age group. Women in their 30s often desire to restore the youthful look in their breasts, especially following pregnancy.
It’s not always a procedure that’s done for aesthetic reasons, though. Some women in this age demographic want this procedure to restore some lost volume after a pregnancy or after they lost weight, for instance.
2. Body Contouring
Body contouring today is much less invasive than it was in the past. Thanks to advanced technologies such as Renuvion or Vaser, the procedure is much simpler.
Body contouring with Renuvion makes the skin firmer, stimulates collagen production, is suitable for multiple areas of the body and has much less recovery time. Vaser Lipo only removes the fat cells without damaging the surrounding tissue, thanks to a special solution that gets injected into specific body parts.
When women enter their third decade, it becomes much harder to remove fat deposits, even with regular exercise and following a good diet. That’s why many women in this age range will get liposuction to address common problem areas such as their arms, thighs and abdomen.
3. Abdominoplasty
Similarly, many women desire an abdominoplasty. Also known as the “tummy tuck,” this procedure is done a lot by women who have lost a lot of weight — either because of pregnancy, following a healthier lifestyle or having liposuction.
Abdominoplasties are often done in conjunction with liposuction for women following pregnancy, in what is often called a mommy makeover.
In all of these cases, women could experience excess skin as well as weakening in their abdominal muscles, which is very hard to address just through exercise. Tummy tucks can help women restore their more toned and flatter appearance in their midsection, which can not only make them look better and boost their self-confidence, but make them feel more physically comfortable, too.
4. Eyelid
As we age, our skin begins to lose some of its elasticity and firmness. This is because our bodies don’t produce collagen at the same level that they used to when we were younger.
Luckily, there are many different cosmetic procedures that can address this issue. There are minimally-invasive options such as eyelid and eyebrow lifts and injections, most of which aim to increase the production of collagen in the area to help address the drooping issue.
In fact, eyelid surgery is being more frequently done by men and women — and at even younger ages than ever before — and is now an aesthetic procedure.
There are many different facial rejuvenation procedures available that can give us a more refreshed and youthful look. And since our eyes can tell a lot about us, it’s very important for many women to make sure they look as good as possible.
5. MMO (Mommy Makeover)
As mentioned above, many women in this age demographic have had children recently and are looking for an overall body rejuvenation. That’s what the MMO (or mommy makeover) can give them.
A mommy makeover will typically include breast augmentation, a breast lift, buttocks augmentation, labiaplasty, liposuction and abdominoplasty. This all-around makeover helps to address many of the areas that women feel have become “unsatisfactory” after giving birth.
In most cases, an MMO is given to a woman who has had more than one pregnancy or given birth to more than one baby. Women who don’t plan to have a second baby, though, might also consider a mommy makeover.
Visit a Trusted Clinic for Your Cosmetic Surgery
Women in their 30s are addressing cosmetic issues they have with their body earlier than ever before, thanks in large part to the fact that cosmetic medicine is more accessible and affordable than it’s ever been.
If you’re interested in one of the procedures above, or any other cosmetic surgery, it’s important that you find a reputable clinic that you can trust and that has experienced professionals performing the procedures.
At Fi Clinica, we pride ourselves on offering top-of-the-line surgical procedures at a world-class facility. For more information, or to receive a free evaluation, please visit us online today.
