Enlightened by THE NEW YOU+GIVEAWAY CLOSE

I admit that I used to be one of those people who would automatically raise a brow whenever I’d hear someone exclaim that they want to go under the knife, or they are pro Plastic Surgery, and would gladly undergo it if given the chance. I used to deem Plastic Surgery as a taboo and an unhealthy kind of body obsession. As my beauty sensibilities have evolved over the years, I have been more appreciative of anything related to beauty, including Plastic Surgery. I have come to realize that I used to think negatively about it because humility aside, God has blessed me with a proportionate body. I don’t have to worry about small boobs, a bulbous nose, flat butt, big teeth, etc. I am very happy with my body, albeit I still wonder how it feels like to undergo Plastic Surgery. But if you’re going to ask me, it’s not part of my life plans yet because currently, there’s nothing wrong with my body (still).

But what about those who are not physically blessed, and have been dealing with their physical insecurities day by day? Don’t they deserve to be liberated from stress? C’mon, it’s easy to say “Love whatever God has given you”. But if you put yourself in the shoes of these people, I know you would fathom what I’m trying to point out. We can’t deny the fact that there are people, no matter how successful they may seem, still have barriers that prevent them from realizing their full potential--and most of these impediments are their physical features. Don’t get me wrong, I am an advocate of natural beauty, but I’m also the type who understands the journey of a person, and would gladly support the things that will make that person happy.

I think I am already on my way to embracing Plastic Surgery as a part of life after reading THE NEW YOU magazine. I got an email from them, and they asked if I’m familiar with the mag. I said no, and they offered me some copies. I thought it’s a new beauty magazine—those types that feature makeup and fashion trends. Well, it’s sorta’ like that, but overall, it’s about Plastic Surgery and aesthetic reinvention.

In a nutshell, THE NEW YOU mag is your ultimate guide to surgical beauty procedures. Contrary to popular belief, Plastic Surgery is not just about vanity. It is meant to address bodily concerns and correct physical deformities to prevent acute or chronic diseases in the long run. Whatever query regarding Plastic Surgery is lingering in your mind, THE NEW YOU will answer.

THE NEW YOU also provides a directory of licensed dermatologists, allergologists, and cosmetic and plastic surgeons. Plastic and Cosmetic surgeries are serious businesses, and you wouldn’t want an inexperienced or much worse, a quack doctor performing the deeds for you. Not only that, they also provide a comprehensive list of unpopular yet doctor- prescribed over-the-counter products to battle skin problems such as acne. I might try one of the recommended products in the magazine one of these days because some of my current products aren’t sufficient anymore in combating those darn zits.

I also love the fact that they do not sell Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery to their readers, because they know for a fact that it’s still considered as a taboo by most people. They understand that not everyone has the heart to go under knife. They just present various recommendations from rhinoplasty to iris transplants to readers who are considering tweaking their bodies for the better.

Honestly, I think it will take a few more years before Plastic and Cosmetic surgery emerge from their bad reputation, especially because the media is being bombarded by pictures of celebrities who have looked worse after such procedures. I admire the team behind THE NEW YOU magazine for enlightening people about Plastic Surgery in spite of the challenge.

You see, Plastic Surgery exists for a reason. Sadly, the process itself has been maligned and misinterpreted by our society when in fact, we fail to consider that the ones who undergo it and their unrealistic dreams and expectations are partly to blame for the bad outcomes of these procedures. Kenn Velasco, Editor-In-Chief of THE NEW YOU magazine has pinned it down when he said:

“We believe there is a right time and reason for plastic surgery. We believe that realistic expectations lead to better outcomes.”

In the end, your result is entirely up to you!

The New You Magazine is a quarterly publication on the latest aesthetic procedures in the Philippines and around the world. The magazine retails at P200.00.

I also want to share the wisdom and useful insights I’ve gained from this great mag. That’s why I am giving ONE LUCKY TBJ READER A COPY OF THE LATEST ISSUE OF THE NEW YOU MAGAZINE PLUS A P5,000.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM SHIMMIAN SURGICENTER MANILA.

Joining is pretty easy. Simply:

1. Like The Beauty Junkee on Facebook

2. Follow The Beauty Junkee on Twitter

3. Post this publicly on your FB wall: “@The Beauty Junkee is giving away THE NEW YOU MAGAZINE plus P5,000.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM SHIMMIAN SURGICENTER MANILA!” Make sure you tag my fan page in your post so I can count your entry.

4. Tweet this: “@TheBeautyJunkee is giving away THE NEW YOU MAGAZINE plus P5,000.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM SHIMMIAN SURGICENTER MANILA!” Make sure you mention me in your tweet so I can count your entry.

5. Lastly, answer this query sincerely: “If given the chance, would you go under the knife? Why or why not?”

6. Post the following on the comment section of this post: A.) Link to your FB post B.) Link to your tweet C.) Answer to the question D.) Full Name E.) Email Address

7. Only one entry per contestant

8. One best answer will win both prizes

JOIN NOW!