For generations, young women have desired the beautiful physiques exhibited by the stars of their era. Whether it was Marilyn Monroe in the 1950s, Pam Grier in the 1970s, or Halle Berry in the late 1990s and into the 2000s, young women dreamed of emulating the stunning and incredible figures of Hollywood superstars. Until now, young women's efforts to be more star-like have been seemingly harmless. They may have tried a crazy diet or a "miracle pill" to give them that certain look they wanted, but in most eyes they were believed to be normal efforts to acquire the "look" of the times. Today's female icons look a little different. What was once frowned upon and considered fat is now what most women want. Right! It's loot! Some women stop at nothing and risk everything to get that J-Lo/Beyoncé backside. They are achieving this by participating in what are now known as "pumping parties" or "butt shots," which are causing serious physical harm and even death to women who use them. Illegal butt injections have become more widespread in recent years. years, and with a legal butt enhancement costing up to $10,000 dollars, this affordable alternative has become notoriously popular as the go-to procedure for a maximum of thicker, fuller buttocks. But these injections come at a higher price. Since the increase in these illegal injections, both police officials and doctors have discovered that uneducated and unlicensed personnel are injecting industrial-grade silicone directly into women's hips and bottoms, which in turn is causing health complications extremely serious. Dr. John Martin, a plastic surgeon from Coral Gables, Florida, said: "Unlawful...... middle of paper......h to increase the size of the buttocks through cosmetic surgery, they should resort to a professional, I recommend certified plastic surgeon. Professional procedure would consist of a certified doctor removing fat from another part of the body (normally the belly) and injecting it into the hips and buttocks compared to black market injections. Although this path it may cost you more financially, at least you will still have your life. Works CitedCrocker, Lizzie. “Illegal butt injections are on the rise and women are at risk.” Dr. “Do it right.” Mell Simpson Publishing House. February 21, 2012. Print Salahi, Lora. “Underground Head Injections Exposed.” August 12, 2013. WebWonder, Vanity. "Girls shoot." Casa d'Autore 23 March 2012: 32. Print