2024 was a year of unique surgical challenges and innovations. Now, with the new year upon us, the Centre for Surgery offers a glimpse into what we’ll be seeing in cosmetic surgery and the aesthetics industry in 2025. 

Younger patients drive demand 

Last month, the Centre for Surgery revealed that it was seeing a growing number of younger adults seeking preventative or subtle enhancements like eyelid surgery or mini-lifts. Common concerns revolve around achieving natural, balanced aesthetics and minimising downtime.

As a result, the report predicts that this younger patient base will continue to seek subtle and preventative procedures, alongside more interest in combination surgeries, in 2025.

"Patients are increasingly using the wealth of information available to them through the internet, and this paves the way for a younger patient demographic becoming interested in plastic surgery," explains Dr Spiros Vlachos.

Menopause makeovers

Alongside patient demographics getting younger, the report also predicts an increase in older age groups (50 and over) seeking cosmetic surgery as it becomes more accepted.

"We are already seeing new trends such as a "menopause makeover", similar to the famed "mommy makeover". In addition to the standard body and breast procedures, women of this age group are also more likely to enquire about procedures from face and neck lifts to vulval rejuvenation," highlights Dr Andreas Shiatis.

Medical tourism & local demand

2025 welcomes an expected increase in medical tourism, with more patients traveling for advanced or niche procedures unavailable in their home countries.

Meanwhile, the report predicts the emphasis will likely remain on subtle, preventative treatments locally, especially as younger demographics continue to drive demand.

Patients are also showing interest in cutting-edge technologies like scarless surgery and regenerative techniques. "We anticipate more demand for minimally invasive procedures with accelerated recovery times," shares Dr Andrea David,

Inevitable Ozempic aftermath

The Centre for Surgery reveals that post-weight-loss surgeries could increase in demand due to the rise in GLP-1 receptor agonist weight loss medications, like Ozempic. These injections cause people to lose weight relatively quickly, which can lead to flaccidity in the skin.

"Cosmetic surgeries correcting loose skin after massive weight loss, specifically abdominoplasties and facelifts, may be on the increase in line with weight loss injections getting more popular, adds Dr Tamsin Arabella Burgues.

Centre for Surgery is a plastic surgery clinic in London, with a collaborative team of specialist doctors, surgeons, and aesthetic practitioners. Each year, more than 1200 facial, breast, and body procedures are carried out at the Baker Street clinic, establishing it as "one of the most experienced cosmetic surgery providers in the UK".