While a breast augmentation surgery is known to boost one's self-esteem, it's important to do your research because the procedure is not for everyone. ICYDK, people who get implants are prone to developing a condition called breast implant illness (BII), which refers to the many symptoms that can progress after a breast enhancement surgery. These symptoms include endless chest and back pain, breathing problems, hair loss, chronic fatigue, and depression, just to name a few.
It's therefore no surprise that many people end up regretting getting breast implants. Some eventually decide to have them removed, too. This is exactly the case for some local celebrities, a few of which we listed below. Scroll ahead to read their stories!
Celebrities Who Had Their Breast Implants Removed
1. Michelle Madrigal
In 2019, Michelle released a YouTube video discussing her choice of having her breast implants removed. She admitted that while she was never flat-chested, she felt insecure by being around other celebrities and family members who had bigger breasts than her. This led the actress to have her breasts augmented at the age of 18.
"At that time, I just did it for vanity and I really thought it could fix my insecurities back then," Michelle shared. Years later, she started having chest pains, and she discovered that it was due to breast implant illness. After having the condition for 12-13 years, she decided to have them removed to live a healthy life.
In 2020, Michelle celebrated the one-year anniversary of her breast explant. She announced, "I have never felt so empowered and confident even with my smaller breasts. Clothes fit me better and I am able to move freely. My body feels healthier since my implant removal." She later added that she offers no judgment on people who choose to get or keep their implants. "If it makes you happy, do it. But do your research and make sure that it is something you truly want in the long run," the actress advised.
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2. Rica Peralejo
According to former actress Rica Peralejo, the pressure of her show biz career led her to get breast implants at the age of 18. She said it was because her management was preparing the then-teen star to deliver a sexier image, and having a boob job was one way to do so. Although it did the trick back then, Rica now regrets the procedure.
She stated, "When I look back, I'm so regretful about it because I opened up myself to what was an otherwise not present danger to my body. I am not judging those who have implants, but I did not study this when I had it before, na may implications talaga siya sayo."
Rica underwent breast explant when she had her second child. She shared, "My breastfeeding had issues, and I don't know, I will never know if taking out implants has an effect on that." In the same vlog, she advised women to think twice before considering aggressive procedures. "It will really dictate to you so many things in your life even sa pagtanda mo," noted the former actress.
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3. Maui Taylor
Her busy schedule is the only thing holding Maui Taylor back from having her breast implants removed. The former Viva Hot Babe said it's been difficult to squeeze in an appointment because of her back-to-back projects, but it's definitely in her plans. She reasoned that the implants are causing her discomfort and she no longer likes how it looks on her body.
In a radio interview, Maui revealed, "Mabigat siya. Saka nagmumukha akong malaki. Maliit lang naman ako, e, 'tapos malaki siya. Mabigat po sa likod."
Even if she would no longer has a big chest, Maui knows that she'll still be sexy as in her own way. She even stated, "Ngayon kasi, puwede kang maging sexy kahit flat-chested ka. Pwede kang maging sexy kahit wala kang puwet o balakang. Napu-project ng artista iyon. Kaya kung ako ang tatanungin nila, huwag na."
4. Ellen Adarna
Ellen Adarna, who underwent breast augmentation surgery in 2015, was very candid about having her implants removed back in May 2022, even posting a video showing surgery markings on her chest. "I had my implants removed," she shared matter-of-factly.
In a separate story, she further explained the reason why she removed her breast implants. The celebrity mom wrote, "Goodbye breast implant illness i can now breathe properly—goodbye chronic back pain, fatigue and [brain] fog. It was fun while it lasted.... The End."
5. AJ Raval
The latest to join the list of celebrities who've had their breast implants removed is AJ Raval, who took to Instagram to share a snap of herself happily holding the pair of silicone implants that used to be hers.
Previously, the actress opened up about why she came to regret the decision to get breast implants. "Hindi po ako nag-iisip that time. Na-excite po ako masyado," she admitted. In the same interview, AJ also disclosed the reason why she was no longer happy with the breast implants. She explained, "Before kasi, hindi naman ako nako-conscious sa boobs ko. Pero ever since na ipinalagay po, dun po ako nag-start na ma-conscious."
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