Plastic Surgery Regrets of the Stars

With cosmetic modifications dating back to the ancient Romans and Egyptians, look back at the evolution and modern side effects of body reconstruction.
Plastic surgery regrets of the stars.  Plastic surgery used to be one of Hollywood's biggest taboos, but now it is the worst-kept secret in town.Stars like Lisa Rinna, Dana Delany and Kim Kardashian have come forward to talk about their cosmetic procedures and how much they now regret going under the knife.

6000 to 3400 BC: Natives of India and Egypt tinker around with nose shaping — apparently vanity is the oldest vice.

1700s: British physicians visit India and discover the rhinoplasty techniques that would eventually become the modern-day nose job. They bring these procedures back to the Western world.

1940s: Japanese prostitutes, believing that larger breasts will attract American servicemen, experiment with breast augmentation. They inject themselves with non-medical grade silicon, paraffin, and other substances such as sponges.

1951: Sir Harold Gillies, an otolaryngologist from New Zealand, performs the very first male-to-female sex change operation.

1962: Texas native Timmie Jean Lindsey becomes the first woman to receive silicone breast implants. Lindsey had wanted to have her ears pinned back but couldn't afford the surgery. She agreed to undergo the augmentation in exchange for ear surgery. In 2007, she spoke out saying she regretted the procedure.

1993: Jennifer Grey, who catapulted to fame as Baby in Dirty Dancing, undergoes rhinoplasty to reshape her famous hooked nose. She emerges unrecognizable with a small, delicate nose. She later admitted: "I went in the operating room a celebrity — and came out anonymous. It was like being in a witness protection program or being invisible."

1996: Pamela Anderson, already known for both her skimpy Baywatch lifeguard swimsuits and large set of implants, has her first child and announces that she is able to breast-feed — proving to the world that a pocket of silicon doesn't hinder the mother-child bond.

2003: Nip/Tuck premieres on FX. The show, which ran for seven seasons, portrays the sordid lives of two fictitious cosmetic surgeons in Miami. It quickly becomes the highest-rated basic cable series of all time.

2006: Actress Tara Reid becomes a tabloid sensation after confessing that she underwent multiple plastic surgeries including breast augmentation and liposuction procedures that "went wrong," resulting in deformities.

2009: Reality star Heidi Montag has ten plastic surgeries in a single day, including brow-lifts, ear-pinnings, a chin reduction, and a second rhinoplasty and breast augmentation. In December 2010, she expressed regret over the procedures, saying: “Surgery ruined my career and my personal life... I wish I could jump into a time machine and take it all back. Instead, I'm always going to feel like Edward Scissorhands."

2009: Solange Magnano, an Argentine model and former beauty queen, dies at age 38 when injections from a buttocks-firming procedure traveled to her lungs and brain.

2010: In a grueling 24-hour operation involving 30 professionals, Spanish surgeons complete the world’s first full-face transplant on a 31-year-old man who accidentally shot himself while hunting.

2010: No longer just for the rich and famous, more than 13 million cosmetic surgical and nonsurgical procedures are performed nationally — a 155-percent increase from when statistics were first pulled in 1997. The top procedures are breast augmentation, liposuction, eyelid surgery, abdominoplasty, and breast reduction.

Jamie Lee Curtis regrets liposuction and Botox
All of these 'bettering' experiences are not without risk. And there is this illusion that once you do it, then you'll be fine. I looked worse. Worse.
– Jamie Lee Curtis.
Jamie Lee Curtis + Activia yogurt, jamie lee curtis books for children, Jamie Lee Curtis + The Children Affected by AIDS Foundation ,

Dana Delany regrets having Botox injections
I notice it more than anybody else, but I was symmetrical before and now I am not.
– Dana Delany
Dana Delany + Women Move the World, Body of Proof, Freelancers + Dana Delany

Kim Kardashian regrets Botox injections
I think when you're young there are other ways you can look after your skin.
– Kim Kardashian
Kardashian + BotoxKim Kardashian + "Bruce looks better than ever", Kim Kardashian + Vera Wang wedding dress, Kim Kardashian + two-part wedding E! special

Jennifer Grey regrets nose job
I went in the operating theater a celebrity – and came out anonymous. It was like being in a witness protection program or being invisible.
— Jennifer Grey
Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Jennifer Grey

Jane Fonda regrets having eyes
I vowed I wouldn't — I did, and I don't feel proud about it.
– Jane Fonda
chin and neck done, Jane Fonda + Larry King + plastic surgery, Prime Time: Love; Health; Sex by Jane Fonda

Nicole Kidman regrets Botox
I didn't like how my face looked afterward.
– Nicole Kidman
The Paperboy, Trespass, Keith Urban + alleged paparazzo attack

Courtney Love regrets lip augmentation
I just want [what] God gave me back. … It was perfectly cute.
— Courtney Love
Courtney Love + Glorious Goodwood, Courtney Love apartment fire.

Heidi Montag regrets 10 plastic surgery procedures
I would love not to be a plastic girl or whatever they call me. Surgery ruined my career and personal life and just brought a lot of negativity into my world. I wish I could jump into a time machine and take it all back.
– Heidi Montag
VH1's "Famous Food", Heidi and Spencer live with parents, The Hills + Heidi

Tara Reid regrets breast implants and body contouring
If I had to do it again, I never would have done it in the first place.
– Tara Reid
Tara Reid + reconstruction surgery, American Reunion.

Denise Richards regrets breast implants
I just thought because they're a plastic surgeon, they must be good. You have to be your advocate for your own body and ask 100 questions.
– Denise Richards
Denise Richards + Real Girl Next Door, Charlie Sheen + "Your book rocks!!", Denise Richards + Eloise Joni, Denise Richards + Eloise Joni, Blue Mountain State, 

Lisa Rinna regrets lip injections
[It] started to define who I am. That bothered me.
– Lisa Rinna
Lisa Rinna + lip reduction surgery, Harry Loves Lisa, Lisa Rinna + Hollywood Moms Club, 

Kenny Rogers regrets eye lift
I'm the plastic surgery king. I'm a bionic man! I kind of wish I hadn't done it.
– Kenny Rogers
Kenny Rogers + plastic surgery + married younger woman, kenny rogers tickets, Malaysia company buys Kenny Rogers Roasters,

Tori Spelling regrets breast implants
Well I got [it] done in my early 20s and if I had known it would or could possibly impact … I would never had had [it] done.
– Tori Spelling
Tori Spelling pregnant with third child, Tori & Dean: Home Sweet Hollywoodm, Tori Spelling car crash at school

Mickey Rourke plastic surgery for boxing scars
I went to the wrong guy to put my face back together.
— Mickey Rourke
Mickey Rourke, Expendables 2

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Holiday Makeup Inspired by the Stars

Holiday Makeup Inspired by the Stars

Are you ready for all of those holiday parties? Try some of these celebrity-inspired makeup looks!

Amy Adams

Amy Adams make-up is totally enchanting and appropriate for any holiday party. Simply apply a tinted moisturizer to achieve an even complexion, some mascara to enhance the eyes, and a bright red lipstick like M.A.C. Lipstick in Russian Red ($14.50 at M.A.C.) to make your teeth appear super white!

Blake Lively

Blake Lively looks beautiful with the brown-based neutral make up on her eyes, cheeks, and lips. Try MAC Powder Blush in Gingerly ($18.50 at MAC) to add warmth to your face.

Cheryl Cole

Cheryl Cole looks like she just got back from vacation with her bronzy skin. Unfortunately most of us will not be seeing a beach for months so we have to fake it. Try Nars Highlighting/Bronzing Blush Duo in Orgasm/Laguna ($39 at Sephora).

Christina Hendricks

Christina Hendricks has the perfect soft smokey eye! Try Dior 5-Colour Designer All-In-One Artistry Palette in Amber Design ($58 at Sephora) to recreate this look. Use a neutral color all over the lid, a dark shadow in the crease, and a light shimmery color in the inner corner of the eye and under the brow.

Eva Mendes

A nude lip looks great on everyone and is a great compliment to a dark smokey eye. Eva Mendes wore a light, icy pink lipstick that brightened up her whole face. Try e.l.f. Mineral Lipstick in Pouty Petal ($5 at e.l.f.).

Megan Fox

Megan Fox always has strong, perfectly groomed eyebrow. It is important to shape and fill in your brow because they frame your face. So tweeze, wax, or thread, then fill them in with a powder or a pencil like Maybelline Define-A-Brow Eyebrow Pencil ($5.49 at Drugstore).

Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum is totally rocking dark sultry eye makeup. Rim your eyes with a dark eyeliner like 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil in Zero ($17 at Ulta), then add a light shimmery color to the inner corners of your eyes. This acts as a highlighter so you don’t look like a raccoon!

Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson has a beautiful berry lip perfect for the holiday season! Try Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstain in Cranberry Crush ($6.99 at Ulta) to ensure your color lasts all night!

Jennifer Aniston

Jennifer Aniston has incredibly flawless skin. Try Guerlain Lingerie De Peau Invisible Skin Fusion Foundation SPF 20 ($56 at Sephora) to get a smooth, even complexion.

Jennifer Lopez

Is the cold weather is making you glum and a tad bit pastey? Well then it is the perfect time to get your a faux glow on! Exfoliate your skin then apply self tanner like St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse ($34.48 at Asos). Don't worry you'll look more like Jennifer Lopez not an Oompa Loompa.

Katy Perry

Katy Perry knows how to have fun with make-up. This bronzy eye is super easy to achieve. Try Mary Kay Mineral Eye Color in Amber Blaze ($6.50 at Mary Kay) to spread all over the lid and the bottom lashes.

Kelly Osborne

We looove Kelly Osborne’s blue eye makeup. It’s bold yet still sophisticated so it’s totally ideal for a holiday party! Try NYX Single Eyeshadow in Frosted Ocean ($5.50 at NYX Cosmetics).

Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian always has amazing eye makeup and super long lashes. Apply a pair of fake eyelashes like Girls Aloud By Eylure False Lashes in Kimberley ($6.90 at Asos) to make your eyes look big and beautiful!

Kourtney Kardashian

We looove Kourtney Kardashian's bold colored coral lips! Try Revlon ColorBurst Lipstick in Coral ($6.49 at Target)

Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell looks positively glowing! To get this peachy- pink cheek try Smashbox Blush Rush in Chiffon ($24 at Ulta).

Leona Lewis

Leona Lewis played up her beautiful eyes by adding colorful eyeliner. Try this look out at your next party by using JK Jemma Kidd I-Conic Eyes Pencil Liner in Drama Queen ($14 at Target).

Leighton Meester

Leighton Meester exudes natural beauty. All you need is mascara, eyeliner, and some concealer to cover any imperfections. Try the award winning Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer ($70 at Neiman Marcus). It provides full coverage and is moisturizing.

Marissa Miller

Marissa Miller has a beautiful California girl glow. To get your face looking fresh and dewy like Miller’s, make sure you exfoliate and moisturize to prevent dry, flakey skin. You can also try a primer like Murad Skin Perfecting Primer Dewy Finish ($35 at Sephora) which can be worn alone or under your foundation.

Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus has incredible make-up that is easy to replicate for New Years Eve! Play up your eyes by adding false lashes, wing out your eyeliner, and apply shimmer shadow all over the lid. Try VS Brilliant Shimmer Shadow in Silverdust ($10 at Victoria’s Secret).

Natalie Portman

To rock a fuschia lip like Natalie Portman, make sure you line your lips first! This will stop the color from bleeding on to your skin. Try Make Up For Ever Aqua Lip Waterproof Lipliner Pencil in Fuschia ($17 at Sephora).

Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams has a pop of pink on her cheeks that makes her look ever-so sweet. Try dusting Cargo Blush in Catalina ($26 at Drugstore) on the apples of your cheeks. Always smile while applying blush to achieve the most natural look!

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon’s skin looks absolutely radiant but not overly shimmery. Try using a highlighter such as Benefit High Beam ($24 at Macy’s) to enhance your best features. You can apply it on top of the cheekbones, down the nose, the inner corners of the eyes, under the brow bone, and on the cupid’s bow of the lip.

Rihanna

Rihanna’s eyes look absolutely stunning! Try Mark Mini Mark It Stick Hook Up Stick for Eyes in Green Opal ($6 at Mark by Avon) all over your lid to make your eyes dazzle!

Sarah Jessica Parker

Sarah Jessica Parker has full, luscious lashes that make her eyes look extra big! Try MAC Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara ($18 at Nordstrom) to get the false lash look minus all mess!

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift has a creamy, matte complexion that looks oh-so fresh. Try DDF Mattifying Oil Control UV Moisturizer SPF 15 ($42 at Sephora) to stay shine-free all day.

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