Anastasia “Stassie” Karanikolaou, Kylie Jenner’s longtime best friend, is celebrating a fresh look after undergoing Brazilian butt lift (BBL) reduction surgery.
The 28-year-old influencer and entrepreneur shared glimpses of her slimmer silhouette while enjoying a sun-soaked getaway with friends, posting snapshots on Instagram that highlighted her transformation.
Poolside Glamour and Fun in the Sun
Karanikolaou flaunted her new figure poolside in a tiny black bikini, paired with playful poses and air kisses for the camera.
Another photo showed her soaking up the sun in a pink bikini, radiating confidence and ease.
The getaway wasn’t just about solo shots—she was also pictured posing in silhouette with friends Jesse Jo Stark and Gabbriette Bechtel, both well-known models, and laughing and dancing in a cabana wearing a crop top and flowy skirt.
Reflecting on Past Decisions
Stassie first revealed her BBL reduction surgery on TikTok in October, candidly sharing her recovery process: “I’m at the surgery recovery center recovering from this ass reduction.
I’m so comfortable, eating chicken tenders and French fries… From what I’ve seen, this ass looks nice, lifted, smaller.
I’m so excited to be healed and to feel more comfortable in my skin.”
Just a day later, she expressed regret for the original procedure, calling it something she wishes she had approached differently when she was younger.
“I wish I had someone that showed me the not-glamorized side of plastic surgery,” she said.
“It’s actually something that has made me more insecure and made me feel so inauthentic.”
Advocating Body Autonomy
Despite her regret, Karanikolaou stressed the importance of personal choice, encouraging her followers to make decisions based on their comfort, not societal pressure.
On her Better Half podcast, she noted she had undergone additional procedures to correct the effects of her BBL:
“I literally have another surgery in a few weeks to try and reduce the size of it even more… Do not surgically alter your body for a trend at a time because just know that the trend is only going to be relevant for a little bit.”
Longtime Bond with Kylie Jenner
Karanikolaou and Jenner have been friends since their teenage years, sharing a close personal and professional relationship, including ventures like their Kylie x Stassie makeup line.
Their friendship has remained steadfast through career highs, personal growth, and health journeys.
Kylie Jenner Shares Personal Health Update
Meanwhile, Jenner herself recently opened up about her own health journey, revealing she underwent stem cell therapy to treat chronic back pain following her last pregnancy.
She credited older half-sister Kim Kardashian for encouraging the treatment: “Hearing how much relief Kim got gave me the confidence to look into stem cell therapy… Everyone’s body is different, but this has been a huge step in my healing.”
Jenner also reminded fans to consult medical professionals before pursuing similar treatments.
Embracing Change and Authenticity
Both Stassie and Kylie are showing their followers that personal transformation—whether cosmetic or medical—can be approached thoughtfully and openly.
Karanikolaou’s journey underscores the importance of authenticity, self-acceptance, and learning from past decisions, while Jenner’s update highlights the value of seeking solutions that support long-term wellness.
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