Looksmaxxing: Why young men are chasing perfection
Looksmaxxing ranges from fitness and skincare to cosmetic surgery and DIY fillers, with some men pursuing increasingly extreme changes.
Looksmaxxing ranges from fitness and skincare to cosmetic surgery and DIY fillers, with some men pursuing increasingly extreme changes.
Surgeons cite social media and shifting masculinity norms behind rising male esthetic demand. GoodRx data shows men now account for 28.3% of weight-loss drug use. Doctors expect demand to grow.
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