More young men go under the knife to boost ‘life chances’


Changing looks: Chinese actor Nai Wen showing photos of himself before and after undergoing cosmetic surgery. — AFP

Beijing: Worried his appearance would detract from opportunities in China’s competitive society, Xia Shurong decided to go under the surgeon’s knife to reshape his nose – one of millions of young men in the country turning to cosmetic surgery.

The 27-year-old researcher wanted medical procedures to transform his look from “engineering geek” to something he thinks will boost his life chances.

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