Rehash The BBL
Jul 21, 2025
In a surprising twist, a flight was delayed for 24 women after their Brazilian Butt Lifts. The podcast dives into the dramatic rise of BBL procedures, tracing their origins to Brazil's beauty standards and social dynamics. It tackles the dangers of the surgery and the social media frenzy fueled by influencers like the Kardashians. Additionally, it discusses its implications on race and cultural appropriation, as well as the alarming obsession with body modifications in a society constantly reshaped by aesthetics and perceived ideals.
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Kim Kardashian's Butt X-Ray Moment
- Kim Kardashian proved the reality of her large butt with a butt X-ray on TV in 2011.
- This moment sparked global fascination and contributed significantly to the rise of the BBL trend.
What Exactly is a BBL?
- A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) involves liposuction fat transfer to the buttocks to create a larger, curvier shape.
- It usually targets fat from the abdomen, thighs, back, or flanks, then injects it into the hips and buttocks.
Personal BBL Awareness
- Hannah first learned about BBLs around 2019 and noticed many women with BBLs in Toronto.
- She does not have a BBL herself but is curious about how her body might change in the future.
