C'mon, guys. It's 2024! Plastic surgery should not be shunned anymore.
Here at Cosmopolitan, we've always believed in body autonomy. "Your body, your rules," has always been our motto. So, when we noticed that more and more celebs were being open about getting beauty enhancements, we gladly cheered them on.
More than looking flawless in front of the camera, some celebrities and influencers have argued about its advantages on one's mental and one's physical health. It's no surprise that even Gen Z stars have chosen to go under the knife.
If you're curious about the young celebrities who have bravely decided to get beauty enhancements (or what most call "retoke"), we listed the Gen Z Pinay celebrities who opened up about their procedures below!
(Ed's note: Before going through plastic surgery, research and talk to your trusted medical doctor and surgeon. This is important regardless of your age!)
READ: Are Influencers Changing The Way We Think About Plastic Surgery?
LIST: Pinay Gen Z Celebs With Beauty Enhancements
1. Xyriel Manabat
Xyriel Manabat proudly shared undergoing rhinoplasty last June 2023 via an Instagram post. Some netizens admired Xyriel's new look, while others accused her of doing more than just a nose job.
While it's not a bad thing if Xyriel did decide to undergo other enhancements on her face, she strongly clapped back at the netizens criticizing her for getting a nose job. "What's the point of denying po? It's something to be proud of," Xyriel responded. "I'm being honest and transparent. Ofc [sic] whole po magbabago kasi nasa center po ng face ang nose and may nadadamay at maapektuhan po talga na part ng face kaya magbabago po talaga whole face."
READ: This Pinay Gets Real About What It's Like To Get A Nose Job
2. Erika Poturnak
Ina Raymundo's firstborn, Erika Poturnak, made a *life-changing* decision in July 2022. The social media star said that the moment she got breast reduction surgery was the "happiest day" of her life. Netizens have been supportive of her decision.
A quick reminder for those with heavy-set breasts: Breast reduction surgery isn’t for everyone. Some women prefer to embrace their large breasts, while some aim to have smaller ones. The size of your boobies doesn't matter at all—your comfort and self-confidence are more important than anything!
3. AJ Raval
AJ Raval had her breast implants removed to get back her lost confidence. The actress, who rose to fame for her sultry projects, became the talk of the town after sharing a photo of herself holding her silicone implants.
She admitted that it was a spur-of-the-moment decision when she agreed go through breast augmentation. "Hindi po ako nag-iisip that time. Na-excite po ako masyado," AJ explained.
Now, in a much more deliberate decision-making, AJ is back with better self-confidence. "Before kasi, hindi naman ako nako-conscious sa boobs ko. Pero ever since na ipinalagay po, dun po ako nag-start na ma-conscious," she declared.
READ: A Pinay Reveals What It’s Like To Get A Breast Augmentation
4. Mika Salamanca
Influencer Mika Salamanca inspires everyone to follow what their heart wants, even if it means going under the knife to enhance one's facial features.
The Gen Z content creator boldly posted her post-rhinoplasty pics on X (formerly Twitter) in January 2022. "Officially retokada," she wrote in the caption.
She once shared in a vlog that her decision to get a nose job was because of a friend who pointed out what made her face "imperfect." "Gusto kong magpa-rhino ‘cause sinabihan ako na, 'Your face is good pero may kulang, like your nose,'"Mika recalled.
She took no offense from her friend's comment, instead, she was inspired to get a new look inspired by anime characters' noses! Mika got her alars and nose tip modified to a slightly narrower shape.
Before getting rhinoplasty, Mika admitted that she needed to ask permission from her mother. Eventually, her mom agreed. "I need it for my mental health, for my ‘what-if’ situation in the future. Pero kung titingnan mo talaga siya, ang lagi kong sinasagot sa kanila, ‘Okay, I don’t need it, but I want it,’" she declared.
READ: When Nose Jobs Go Wrong: What Is Revision Rhinoplasty?
5. Kitty Duterte
Former presidential daughter Veronica "Kitty" Duterte ended the year 2023 with a revelation. She revealed undergoing several plastic surgeries for the gorgeous, timeless look that she aims for.
In a series of IG posts on December 31, 2023, Kitty posted photos of herself all glammed up and showcasing her new profile. "Here's to aging gracefully," she wrote in her caption.
The 19-year-old got a nose job, a jawtox, and some lip fillers. In case you're curious, a jawtox or jaw Botox is the procedure done when a muscle relaxer Botox is injected into the masseter or muscles on the side of your face. It helps create a slimmer and more defined jawline. The procedure usually lasts within 15 minutes, and its results for three to four months.
6. Sofia Andres
Beauty enhancements are best when you're doing them for yourself, and not because of other people's comments about your appearance. That has been Sofia Andres' classy clapback to netizens who have been side-eyeing her for having "too much" lip fillers. "I'm doing it for myself, not for anybody else," the actress declared.
Sofia thought of getting lip fillers when she saw a post on Instagram, and when she got the procedure, she was delighted with the results! She said that fuller lips boost her confidence.
"I think I [became more] comfortable in my own skin. I'm at that phase now. Kasi before, parang I don't know what to do with my style, makeup. It's chaos.. version of myself. I learned how to love myself more than anything. [...] I feel more confident when my lips are more plumped kasi [I don't always need to apply] eye makeup and blush. I would put [on some lip] balm and that's it," Sofia expressed in an interview.
