As Katie Price prepares to go under the knife again, a cosmetics expert has warned that her addiction to surgery could have a damaging impact on her two youngest daughters
The world of social media and celebrity influence has made cosmetic procedures more accessible than ever, but experts caution about the wider implications of excessive surgery, particularly on children who are observing.
Katie Price, the former glamour model aged 46, has never shied away from discussing her extensive cosmetic surgery history.
She’s had numerous breast augmentations, facelifts, liposuction, and other procedures over the years.
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The mother of five has openly confessed to becoming addicted to altering her looks, yet she believes she’ll never be completely satisfied with her appearance.
In the previous year, Katie underwent a £10,000 surgery spree in Turkey which included her sixth facelift, a fox-eye lift, and ear pinning.
Despite this, Katie has recently revealed plans for more surgery in the near future, despite her family’s worries.
Last year, Katie acknowledged that looking at photos of her younger self and not recognising her natural beauty is ‘mad’.
She often turned to plastic surgeries as a way to cope with the breakdown of romantic relationships, reports the Mirror.
During an appearance on Louis Theroux’s podcast, she reflected: “That’s another thing I have to get to grasps with myself about the surgery thing.
“I don’t know if it’s body dysmorphia or what I’m trying to gain out of it.
“I think I need therapy when it comes to surgery. I wouldn’t say I’ve got body dysmorphia, but there’s obviously an underlying something why I feel the need to get surgery, or why I look in the mirror and think, ‘I want to change that, or that’.
“What you’ve got to remember is that I’m four years away from being 50 so I’m entitled to [do] whatever I want to my face.”
While she maintains that these procedures are her own decision, a cosmetic expert has expressed concern about the potential influence her constantly changing looks could have on her daughters, Princess, 16 and Bunny, 9.
Leading cosmetic specialist Dr. Nicola Murphy emphasises the significant role parents play in shaping their children’s understanding of beauty and self-esteem.
“When a mother is constantly altering her appearance, it sends a powerful message to her children,” says Dr. Murphy.
“It can create an unspoken expectation that natural beauty is never enough, and that happiness or success is linked to changing one’s face and body.”
For teenagers like Princess, who is already under public scrutiny, Dr. Murphy suggests these messages could be particularly harmful.
“Adolescence is a crucial period for self-esteem development, and exposure to unrealistic beauty standards – especially within one’s own home – can lead to body dissatisfaction, anxiety, and even an increased likelihood of seeking surgery at a young age.”
Dr. Murphy points to a concerning trend among young people: the rise of preventative aesthetics.
“We’re seeing more and more teenage girls seeking Botox, fillers, and surgical enhancements before they’ve even finished puberty,” she explains.
“Many cite celebrities, influencers, or even their own mothers as inspiration. When a figure like Katie Price normalizes constant alterations, it can encourage young girls to believe that beauty is something that must be ‘maintained’ from an early age.”
In recent months, Princess has shown interest in non-invasive beauty treatments, sparking speculation about whether she will follow her mother’s path.
However, Princess previously stated that she has no intention of altering her looks through cosmetic surgery.
While adults have the right to decide what they do with their bodies, Dr. Lawson emphasises the importance of promoting a balanced perception of beauty for the younger generations.
“It’s essential for parents – especially those in the public eye -to model self-acceptance,” she says.
“There’s a difference between enhancing your natural beauty and completely reinventing yourself through surgery. When children see drastic transformations repeatedly, they may struggle to understand the value of self-love and confidence without external modifications.
“As for Bunny, at just nine-years-old, she is still too young to fully grasp the implications of her mother’s choices.
“However, as she grows up in an environment where cosmetic procedures are routine, experts worry she may internalize the idea that natural aging or imperfections must always be fixed.”
While Katie Price remains unrepentant about her cosmetic surgeries, Dr. Murphy advises celebrities and parents to reflect on the message they’re sending to their kids.
He highlights the importance of fostering self-appreciation in youngsters.
He recommends: “Praise children for qualities beyond their appearance, such as kindness, intelligence, and creativity.
“As well as that, we need to teach children to critically analyse social media and celebrity culture, reminding them that edited images and filters distort reality.
“We need to show children that beauty comes in all forms and that confidence is built from within, not from a surgeon’s office. If parents have had surgery, it’s important to explain the reasons behind it honestly and emphasize that beauty is not dependent on alterations.”
The Mirror has reached out to Katie’s representatives for a comment on this story.
