At one time, cosmetic procedures were almost exclusively for women. But that has changed.
According to statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, liposuction was the top plastic surgery procedure in 2024, especially among men.
As men increasingly place more emphasis on how they look (and in turn, feel), they’re willing to address troublesome body issues and boost their self-confidence through various body contouring procedures.
Body Contouring for Women Is Nothing New
For decades, women have had to navigate a world where they’re expected to maintain a younger-looking body if they want to feel attractive. This becomes increasingly difficult as they age, have children, and/or experience weight loss.
As such, female patients have sought out plastic surgeons to enhance their femininity. Sometimes this means slimming the waist through a tummy tuck to get a more hourglass shape. Or it could be bringing some perkiness to the breasts through a breast lift or creating a larger behind through a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) to deliver a more curvaceous appearance.
Whatever the case, surgeons have developed an eye for proportion, balance, and subtlety in contouring women’s bodies by focusing on gentle shaping and natural transitions between the hips, thighs, and abdomen. They use techniques that emphasize creating balance and improving proportions between the upper and lower body. The end goal is to restore a woman’s natural curves and boost her confidence.
How Male Contouring Differs From Female Contouring
As men are investing more in their appearance, board-certified plastic surgeons recognize that sculpting their ideal physique requires a personalized approach that’s based on male-specific anatomy and aesthetic goals. And that means they’ve adapted to new approaches for men.
Generally speaking, men in their late 20s to 30s tend to gravitate to procedures that address jawline definition, chin projection, and facial balance. Men in their 40s – 60s, however, focus more on accentuating muscle strength and structure while tightening skin that has lost its firmness, elasticity, and volume.
Unlike women who are looking for soft and natural transitions between body areas, men desire sharper and more defined lines with muscular definition. Their primary areas of focus are the chest, flanks, and abdomen. Male patients seeking contouring covet a V-shaped torso with broad shoulders and a slim waistline. They want to portray an athletic appearance.
To get these sorts of results, surgeons have to use advanced techniques that will emphasize muscle tone and structure. This usually involves, at the very minimum, liposuction to remove stubborn fat deposits and highlight the natural lines of the abs and obliques, delivering a more pronounced washboard stomach.
Since men have thicker skin and denser layers of fat, surgeons have to adapt accordingly to whatever desired procedure to ensure they don’t end up softening or over-sculpting this area.
Is It Time to Investigate Body Contouring for You?
If you’re dissatisfied with your appearance and have tried diet and exercise to no avail, contact us today.
We know that the difference between female and male contouring goals isn’t just in the technique.
That’s why every body sculpting procedure begins with a comprehensive consultation where we evaluate your body structure, discuss your goals, and create a treatment plan designed specifically for you.