Acceptance of Cosmetic Surgery: Body Image, Self Esteem and Conformity

Cosmetic surgery is the most prevalent of surgeries in Iran. This multidimensional concept depends on many factors. The aim of this study is an investigation of the relationship between body-image, self-esteem, conformity with cosmetic surgery. 290 individuals who were applying for Cosmetic Surgery completed an inventory of scales comprising ACSS, RSE, BIS, CS and demographics. The results showed women were more likely than men. Individuals in the age range (18 to 20) had the most cosmetic surgery. Positive body image and conformity predict acceptance of cosmetic surgery but self-esteem don’t. Self-esteem indirectly effect on cosmetic surgery.