The Latest in Radical Body Modification
Joey Guillory — September 6, 2008 — Unique
References: news.bmezine
This is a new concept in body modification: Emilio Gonzalez from Venezuela has graded his naval off. It gives us an idea what a laboratory clone birth stomach may look like. If you look closely at the picture you can see the naval does not exist. This is something that is such a disconnection from humanity, yet it is strangely beautiful.
Implications - In order to push the boundaries, rebellious people are looking for dramatic ways to dis-identify with the idea that there is a "normal human body" and also with the notion that convention is something to be praised. Furthermore, this trend reflects the normalization of cosmetic plastic surgery for non-medical reasons.
Implications - In order to push the boundaries, rebellious people are looking for dramatic ways to dis-identify with the idea that there is a "normal human body" and also with the notion that convention is something to be praised. Furthermore, this trend reflects the normalization of cosmetic plastic surgery for non-medical reasons.
Trend Themes
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Radical Body Modification — Opportunity for innovative cosmetic surgery procedures and cutting-edge body modification practices.
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Disconnection From Humanity — Potential for disruptive innovations that challenge societal norms and redefine human identity.
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Normalization of Cosmetic Surgery — Opportunities to create new market segments and offer unique cosmetic procedures that cater to non-medical reasons.
Industry Implications
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Cosmetic Surgery — Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in developing novel and unconventional cosmetic procedures.
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Body Modification — Opportunity for industry players to explore innovative techniques and technologies that push the boundaries of body modification.
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Plastic Surgery — Potential for disruptive innovations that expand the scope of plastic surgery beyond medical necessity.
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