Sun, Sea, Sand and Silicone

This project aims to explore the cosmetic surgery tourism industry from the point of view of tourists, surgeons, care workers, tourist agents and tour guides.

There are lots of ‘myths’ about cosmetic surgery tourism, but we want to understand the motivations and experiences of people travelling for surgery and all those who work to provide this service.

If you are thinking of having or, have had surgery or work in the UK, we would also be very pleased to hear from you

• Listen to Professor Ruth Holliday talking to Laurie Taylor about cosmetic tourism on "Thinking Allowed" (BBC Radio 4, Mon, 16 Jan 2012)

If you would like to participate in the project please select one of the following options:

• I am considering cosmetic surgery, hair transplant, cosmetic dentistry etc.

• I have had cosmetic surgery, hair transplant, cosmetic dentistry etc

• I work in the cosmetic surgery industry (including surgeon, clinic staff, agent, tour guide etc)