Plastic surgery can promise confidence and transformation, but for some, it comes with unexpected challenges and hefty price tags.
Chelsea Robinson Harrison, a 29-year-old Londoner, knows this story all too well.
After spending over £100,000 on various procedures, including a traumatic bum implant surgery abroad, Chelsea is opening up about the ups and downs of her cosmetic journey.
Dream Surgery Abroad Turns Nightmare
Back in 2019, Chelsea traveled to the Dominican Republic hoping to enhance her figure with bum implants.
She had heard that surgeons there were experts in the procedure, so it seemed like the perfect choice.
But things quickly went wrong. After returning home and hitting the gym, Chelsea experienced a shocking moment during a squat when she felt something shift—her implant had literally come out from under her muscle.
“It was horrendous,” she told ITV’s Olivia Attwood: The Price of Perfection.
“If I had known everything that could go wrong, I wouldn’t have gotten bum implants at all. That was the worst experience I’ve ever been through.”
To fix the damage, Chelsea spent an additional £63,000 on corrective surgeries, a costly ordeal that could have been avoided.
Not Done Yet: More Surgeries on the Horizon
Despite that traumatic experience, Chelsea’s journey with plastic surgery didn’t end there.
In fact, she’s just undergone her fourth breast augmentation, spending nearly £8,000 this time alone.
Reflecting on her long history with cosmetic procedures, Chelsea said, “As soon as I turned 18, I booked my first boob job.
Looking back at photos before surgery, I just felt ugly. No definition, no boobs, no bum.”
Her career as a glamour model pushed her to keep up with others in the industry, which made her feel she needed bigger breasts to compete.
Over the years, she’s had multiple breast implants, now carrying implants that weigh nearly 1 kilogram each.
The Never-Ending Chase for the Perfect Look
Chelsea’s story is a reminder of how addictive the pursuit of physical perfection can become.
“There’s always something else you want or need,” she said. “It’s like adrenaline—I feel like I’m always chasing that next thing.”
Her latest procedure took place at a London clinic where her surgeon noted the implants were among the largest available, even joking that people with such implants sometimes use walking sticks to support the weight.
Another Extreme Transformation Shocks Viewers
Chelsea’s story isn’t the only dramatic transformation featured on Olivia Attwood’s series.
Another woman, Alicia, revealed she has spent £250,000 on surgeries that have turned her into a “human Barbie.”
From lip fillers to rhinoplasty and multiple breast augmentations, Alicia has crafted a striking and unmistakable look, complete with long platinum blonde hair and signature pink outfits.
Embracing the New Self with Confidence
Looking back at photos from nearly a decade ago, Alicia’s transformation is jaw-dropping.
Yet she insists that her bold choices reflect her true personality. “I’ve always been outgoing, confident, and sexual,” she explained. “I just needed to find my niche.”
She doesn’t regret the money spent on surgeries or the lifestyle changes that come with maintaining her look.
“I choose my health and my looks over everything,” Alicia said. “I spend a lot on the best fillers and products.”
No Plans to Turn Back the Clock
When asked if she might ever want to return to her natural appearance, Alicia was clear: “No way! This is so much fun.
I love my life and wouldn’t want to change a thing.”
Both women’s stories highlight the complex emotions and high stakes behind the quest for perfection in today’s image-focused world.
Watch More on Olivia Attwood: The Price of Perfection
For anyone curious about the realities of modern plastic surgery, Olivia Attwood’s docuseries offers an intimate look at the triumphs and trials of those chasing aesthetic dreams.
The series is available to stream now on ITVX.