Afghanistan, Dec. 24 -- Global demand for cosmetic procedures is skyrocketing, fueled by social media pressures, personal insecurities, and aggressive marketing by beauty companies profiting from unrealistic appearance standards worldwide.
Cosmetic surgeries for the face, nose, lips, and body have surged worldwide, expanding beyond Western countries into Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. Experts link this growth to social media, where celebrities and influencers set beauty standards that pressure individuals to alter their appearance. Young people, in particular, face constant comparisons online, which can increase dissatisfaction with facial features and body shape, pushing them toward cosmetic interventions.
The phenomenon is ex...