As women, it’s hard for us not to be surrounded by constant pressure to looks perfect from all sides. And unless we were born with incredible genetics or had a magical fairy gift us eternal beauty, it’s very likely that we have a flaw or two that we’re not terribly proud of. With the global warming and the summer heat reaching disproportionate heights, we’re forced to shed clothes and there’s nothing left to hide the things we don’t feel like showing off.

The thing about cosmetic procedures is that they’re not really meant to transform us into something we’re not, and if you’re doing it because you feel like you have to, then you’ll never be satisfied. If, however, you’ve been meaning to do some of these because you want some extra help to shape your body the way you like, then you should absolutely embrace that and do it. If you want a stunning figure that’ll make you feel confident to rock a tiny bikini at the beach, take a look at these procedures which can help you attain the gorgeousness you seek.

Breast enlargement

There’s always a stigma surrounding cosmetic procedures, or really anything that women use to enhance their beauty. If you put on makeup, it means you’re ugly and insecure, if you like to wear pretty clothes it means you’re shallow. Heaven forbid you want larger breasts. Maybe they’re sagging due to age and as a consequence of breastfeeding, maybe they’re uneven and it makes you feel self-conscious. Or maybe you just want to have bigger breasts and that’s the end of it. That’s really the only justification that you need. Summer is usually when we see a rise in breast augmentation surgeries, whether it’s breast lifts, or implants. So if you’ve always been dissatisfied with the size or shape of your breasts, your vacation is the perfect time to do this surgery as the recovery period isn’t long, and you won’t have to explain why you’re taking time off at work. 

Cryolipolysis

The thing that plagues most of us at the beach is those extra few pounds that we can’t seem to get rid of no matter how hard we exercise or what kind of a diet we opt for. That’s why cryolipolysis became a popular procedure,it’s non-invasive and it’s generally considered a better alternative to liposuction. Cryolipolysis treatments work by freezing and killing your fat cells without damaging any of the surrounding tissue because fat cells cannot survive low temperatures, so they will be naturally eliminated from your body. If you are sick and tired of those few remaining pounds that won’t go away after you’ve been wrecking yourself from exercise, this is a pretty good procedure to consider. Of course, you still need to continue leading a healthy lifestyle because no procedure is ever going to help you if you aren’t willing to break your bad habits.

Cellulite removal

Ah, cellulite. The endless battle that over 90% of women lead that never seems to go anywhere. It’s the reason most of us are afraid to wear short skirts and bathing suits, why we’re so frustrated that all the summer clothes are so damn skimpy. While it’s impossible to ever get rid of it fully, there are many procedures, like Cellulaze, that show a lot of promise. The thing with cellulite is that it’s going to keep returning, so whatever you do, you won’t be done after just one treatment. Even those caffeine based creams and gels can be effective, but for a short period of time, so use them regularly. Take time to research the procedures that you like and that fit your budget, and then don’t expect perfection. Honestly, cellulite is something that most women have, so don’t be bothered by it too much. Pick a way to treat it and then consider exercising and limiting your greasy food intake to help keep it from coming back.

The most important thing to remember is that these procedures are entirely your choice. If you don’t care much whether you have some cellulite or a few extra pounds, that’s great. If you do care and want to change that, that’s also great. As long as you pay attention to your health, what you do with your body is up to you, and don’t let anyone convince you otherwise.