The Age of Preservation, How Plastic Surgery for Women Redefined Beauty in 2026
In 2026, the landscape of plastic surgery for women has shifted from the pursuit of “perfection” to a philosophy of “preservation.” The era of the “overdone” look—characterized by frozen expressions and oversized implants—is largely a relic of the past.1 Today’s aesthetic is defined by high-definition refinement, regenerative medicine, and the normalization of cosmetic maintenance. Whether driven…