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With the internet becoming increasingly prevalent in our lives, many of us forget to step back and appreciate the power it can really have. Yet occasionally a story comes along that reminds us how this connectivity can alter people’s lives, much like it did with one RealSelf user whose serendipitous meeting resulted in a procedure he’d been waiting nearly two decades to receive. READ MORE

There are certain forms of plastic surgery that everyone’s familiar with — things like breast augmentation and rhinoplasty, to name a few. But did you know that you can also shorten your forehead, shrink your cankles, and smooth your chin divots? You can even undergo the latest Japanese craze and add a temporary “bagel” to your face. (Yes, you read that correctly.)
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Despite an ever-growing desire to turn back the clock on aging, it seems that Millennial women remain generally unconcerned about preventing wrinkles. We here at RealSelf recently conducted a survey which revealed that nearly 80 percent of the demographic still isn’t regularly wearing sunscreen. READ MORE

Too busy to sift through the web to find the health and beauty news you need to know for this week? Not to worry, we sifted through the headlines and pulled out the interesting ones just for you. Read on to catch up on what you might've missed!

In an effort to achieve her dream of having an exaggerated hourglass figure, 25-year-old model Penny Brown underwent two breast augmentations to take her from a 35H to a 36O. READ MORE

HOW LONG DO YOU HAVE TO WAIT TO HAVE SEX AFTER SURGERY?

It’s a taboo topic. There’s a lot of anxiety about the surgery itself… but what about after the procedure is complete? It’s common to feel uncomfortable talking to your doctor about when you can jump back in the sack, so it’s no surprise that post-surgery sex is a popular topic here on RealSelf.
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We’ve rounded up need-to-know health and beauty links from around Hollywood, so you can stay on top of all those “hard-hitting” celebrity stories. Consider this the donut-with-extra-sprinkles-on-top to go with your morning coffee. Happy dunking!

One look at a recent photo of Rob Lowe, and it’s pretty hard to believe that he’s been in the public eye since 1979. Not only does the actor look much younger than his 50 years, but we think he looks even hotter now than he did at 25! So, how does the ageless star do it? READ MORE

Botox injections are most commonly associated with glamorous fashionistas looking to get rid of their wrinkles, but this simple procedure is going mainstream –– and can be a saving grace in more ways than one! In fact, you can go ahead and think of Botox as the "renaissance woman" of the cosmetic surgery world. READ MORE

What is it about Father’s Day that seems to bring out the middle-age cliches for dads? Goofy ties, ugly business socks, and little sports-themed tchotchkes for the office that remind you that you are no longer a boy of summer. But it’s all in good fun, and you’re mature enough to shrug it off with a smile and give your kids the biggest hugs in the world because they’re all that matters in this whole made-up greeting card holiday anyway. Still, why do we celebrate fatherhood with gag gifts and reminders of the glory days? READ MORE

In the July issue of InStyle magazine, Kate Hudson slams the media for encouraging a female-bashing attitude. “The negativity is just so vast,” she explains. “Will everybody stop being so damned judgmental? [...] If someone wants to go get butt implants, then sure, go get butt implants.” READ MORE

Shopping for cosmetic surgery requires a different kind of savvy. It’s not quite the same as hunting down a pair of stilettos or a new designer bag, and it’s one area where bargain hunting is probably the worst route you can take. You’re plunking down a substantial amount of money on something that’s likely going to change your life after all — and hopefully for the better... READ MORE