Reality television personality Lauren Goodger has stirred conversation by sharing nostalgic photographs from her earlier years, candidly reflecting on a period when her life felt significantly less complex. The original cast member of The Only Way Is Essex posted the images to her social media platforms, prompting fans to remark on her strikingly different appearance.
A Glimpse Into the Past
In the shared throwback snaps, Lauren Goodger sports straightened blonde hair styled into a classic quiff, with minimal makeup enhancing her features. She is seen posing in a pair of low-waisted jeans paired with a chunky belt, a look that contrasts sharply with her current brunette hairstyle and publicly discussed altered physique. Followers and commentators noted she appeared almost unrecognisable compared to her present-day image.
Regrets and Reversal Plans
Since rising to fame on TOWIE in 2010, Lauren has been transparent about undergoing multiple cosmetic procedures. However, she has recently expressed profound regret, stating she feels she has "ruined" her natural looks through surgery. In a revealing interview with The Sun, she elaborated on her desire to revert to her original appearance.
"I feel like my body looks abnormal – I don’t need these massive boobs and massive bum," Lauren confessed. "They make me look bigger than I am and I wish I’d never had them done in the first place. When I look at myself naked in the mirror, all I see is lumps and bumps everywhere. I’m 100% getting it all reversed."
A Timeline of Transformations
Lauren Goodger's journey with cosmetic enhancements began over a decade ago. In 2011, she underwent rhinoplasty to correct a broken nose from an accident. This was followed by breast augmentation surgery in 2013, which increased her cup size from 34D to 34E.
One of the most significant procedures occurred in 2017 when she travelled to Turkey for a Brazilian bum lift (BBL). Reflecting on this in 2023, Lauren described it as "the worst experience" of her life and is actively exploring options to reverse it, though she remains uncertain about the feasibility.
"I’m not sure how I’m going to do that yet," she admitted. "I’m not sure if there is a procedure that can reverse the BBL. I’m looking into potentially getting the fat sucked out, but I don’t know if that’s an option. I’m going to speak to lots of different surgeons and figure out my options."
Other Enhancements and Personal Struggles
Lauren has also experimented with lip fillers, notably trying the 'butterfly effect' trend popularised by figures like Katie Price in early 2023. Despite her openness about these treatments, she has revealed that struggles with anxiety have previously hindered her from pursuing more permanent alterations.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, she shared, "I have suffered tremendous anxiety due to things I’ve been through which led me to being caffeine and alcohol free but also stopped me from being able go abroad on holiday or have surgery or so minor treatments... But today I’ve spoke to the amazing @simonsmithsurgeon as I want to take the step to get my implants removed in my boobs… I do not want them I just need to get this done and I’m terrified but I know it’s also much healthier for me and I don’t need them anymore. I can’t wait for my natural boobs back."
Career Context and Public Persona
Lauren Goodger first gained prominence as part of TOWIE's original lineup, becoming a central figure partly due to her high-profile relationship with co-star Mark Wright. After exiting the show in 2012 following their breakup, she made brief returns, most recently rejoining the cast as she felt it was the right moment to step back into the public eye.
Her candid discussions about cosmetic surgery, body image, and mental health continue to resonate with her audience, highlighting the pressures and personal journeys faced by those in the spotlight.
