A BEAUTY trend which gives you a ‘real life nose job’ has been blasted by medical professionals as they urge people against it.
The UK cosmetic surgery audit reporting a 16 per cent decrease in procedures amid the economic downturn and increase in complications from overseas procedures, according to BAAPS.
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So it’s no wonder why Brits are looking for other solutions to tweak their face.
And with surgery being expensive and whilst also carrying a degree of risk, it’s understandable that at-home solutions might sound appealing to some.
This could be why a small device, which instantly changes the shape of your nose is currently going viral on TikTok.
The nose lifting inserts is a beauty tool, which can be bought from Amazon, and is made with a soft silicone.
They are “easily” inserted into the nose and it also comes with a device to “easily” take the inserts out.
Beauty fans have demonstrated how to use the device on TikTok.
Huda, who goes by the name of ‘lejemalik’ on TikTok, the difference the tool has made to her nose.
It works by sticking the device into your nostril, and pushing it up.
It is supposed to pull your nose up “and you get to see how you look if you got a nose job.”
Demonstrating how to use it, she uses the tool whilst saying: “This looks disgusting but this is how to fake a nose surgery.”
The video she shared on TikTok has got over 4.4 million views with many people shocked at the device.
One wrote: “These seem dangerous,” whilst another added: “That doesn’t look safe,” to which Huda replied by saying it “probably isn’t.”
Another beauty fan warned: “Don’t do it! I bought it [and] regretted it! [It] Almost went all the way inside my nose. I had to blow it out, whilst closing one nostril. I was so scared!”
And medical professionals are urgently warning against the trend.
Relying on unproven methods can have potential dangers, such as damage to the nasal tissues or permanent deformity, that far outweigh any supposed benefits
Dr Vishal Aggarwal, medical expert at Healthium Clinics
Dr Vishal Aggarwal, a medical expert at Healthium Clinics, has said: “Nose reshaping devices are mechanical and work by temporarily manipulating or putting pressure on the nose.
“Some devices are designed to be placed inside the nostrils, while others are meant to be clamped on the outside of the nose at the tip.
“The internal devices are curved-shaped plastic splints that claim to ‘instantly correct’ the shape of the nose.
“When inserted, they can temporarily make the nose look narrower or straighter.
“In the case of external clamps, the device manufacturers claim that the device will alter the shape of the cartilage, reshaping the nose over a few weeks.”
Why is this so dangerous?
Dr Vishal Aggarwal, a medical expert at Healthium Clinics, said:
“Marketed as an effective alternative, at-home nose reshaping devices have been promoted as an affordable and convenient way to improve the shape of the nose without the need for rhinoplasty.
“However, these little ‘U’ shaped devices may not be an effective solution.
“Additionally, their dangers can outweigh any potential benefits, so buyers should be cautious.
“It’s important to understand the anatomy of the nose and how tissues respond to manipulation. The front of the nose is primarily composed of cartilage, which provides structure and shape while remaining flexible.
“Unlike the soft and pliable tissue of the earlobe, which can be gradually stretched over time, cartilage is less responsive to such mechanical manipulation.
“Techniques like tissue stretching are effective for soft tissues but are not as effective for cartilage, which does not remodel as easily.
“Stretching and reshaping methods for conditions like phimosis work by gradually expanding soft tissue. In the nose, the cartilage does not stretch or reshape similarly, making the claims of these at-home devices dubious.
“Moreover, no rigorous scientific evidence supports the effectiveness of these devices in permanently altering the nose’s shape. The temporary effects seen with internal splints are just that—temporary.
“Relying on unproven methods can have potential dangers, such as damage to the nasal tissues or permanent deformity, that far outweigh any supposed benefits.
“There’s also the risk of non-medical grade material becoming lost in the nasal cavity, partially degrading, and creating an environment for infection, which could obstruct breathing or cause trauma.
“While the idea of non-surgical nose reshaping might be appealing, the anatomical realities, lack of rigorous evidence, and very real chance of adverse events suggest that these devices are likely not worth the potential risks.
“As a consumer, you make the ultimate decision, but I encourage anyone to approach such promises with common sense and healthy scepticism, and consider consulting with a doctor for any aesthetic concerns first. “