The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) recently surveyed American consumers on their opinions of cosmetic surgery, as well as whether they would consider having cosmetic surgery now or in the future.

The results showed that only about 6% of those surveyed have done, but almost 20% of the population plans to do at some point in their lives.

Most interesting, perhaps, are the fndings that:

• Five out of six people believe that personal appearance is a huge factor in professional achievement and success
• Cost would discourage 54% of people from having cosmetic surgery. Only 18% would be discouraged due to pain.
• 46% of women wanted Jennifer Aniston’s eyes.
• 51% of men wanted Nick Lachey’s abs.
• 46% of people said that they give up a luxury car or exotic vacation to pay for cosmetic surgery
• 12% of men said they’d consider cosmetic surgery at some point in the future.
• 33% of women said they wouldn’t tell people they’d had cosmetic surgery unless asked; and 18% said they’d only tell close friends and family members

It seems that interest in cosmetic surgery is growing, but there are still mixed feelings about it in terms of cost and sharing the details with others.