Germany’s cosmetic and plastic surgery industry recorded a major shift in 2025, with demand for non-surgical aesthetic procedures rising sharply, according to newly released data from the German Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (VDÄPC).
The Berlin-based association reported that a total of 97,962 aesthetic procedures were carried out across Germany in 2025. Of these, 61,958 were minimally invasive treatments such as Botox, fillers and laser applications, while surgical operations accounted for 36,004 procedures. Non-surgical treatments increased by 15.8 percent compared to the previous year, while surgical procedures declined by 14.3 percent.
Botox remains the most popular treatment
According to the report, Botox was by far the most requested aesthetic treatment in Germany during 2025, with 34,671 procedures performed. Hyaluronic acid fillers ranked second with 23,689 treatments. Eyelid surgery, liposuction and breast augmentation were among the most common surgical procedures.
Among women, eyelid surgery was the leading surgical operation, while men increasingly opted for Botox, fillers and hair transplantation procedures.
Increase in corrective procedures after treatments abroad
The report also highlighted a growing number of patients seeking corrective treatment in Germany following cosmetic procedures performed abroad. Breast surgeries and tummy tuck operations were among the most common procedures requiring correction.
Specialists stated that the most frequent complications included wound-healing problems, infections and dissatisfaction with aesthetic results.
Patients are becoming more cautious
VDÄPC President Dr. Alexander Schönborn said patients are no longer making decisions based solely on price and are paying greater attention to medical expertise and safety standards. The report also noted that doctors spend an average of 30 to 45 minutes on initial consultations, while some patients are advised against surgery due to psychological concerns or unrealistic expectations.
The latest figures indicate that Germany’s aesthetic sector is undergoing a significant transformation, with faster, less invasive and lower-risk treatments becoming increasingly popular among patients.
Major shift in Germany’s cosmetic surgery sector as non-surgical treatments surge
