Understand
Learn about the procedure, its real risks, recovery, and alternatives.
Remembering Layssa. Protecting lives.
In Layssa's memory, let safety lead.
We give women and families clear, compassionate guidance to understand cosmetic surgery risks, verify care, and make informed decisions without pressure.
Clear questions Thoughtful preparation Safety-centered choices
Donate & Make a Difference 
A safer way forward
Pause before you proceed
Verify
Check credentials, the facility, and plans for emergencies or complications.
Decide
Ask questions, take your time, and choose without pressure or rushed promises.
Before you schedule
Questions are part of good preparation
A polished advertisement or low price cannot answer the questions that matter most. Use these four starting points to slow the decision down.
Know the procedure
Ask what will happen, who will be involved, and what recovery may require.
Confirm credentials
Verify the surgeon's training and the credentials relevant to the planned procedure.
Check the facility
Ask where the procedure will happen and how the team prepares for an emergency.
Protect your decision
Be cautious of pressure, guarantees, and offers designed to make you act quickly.
Not sure what else to ask?
Open the complete safety FAQRisk deserves context
Did You Know?
Cosmetic surgery can be common and still carry serious risk. These published figures are a reason to pause, verify, and ask more questions.
Published evidence Read with context Different studies answer different questions.
394,527
Liposuction procedures
reported in The Aesthetic Society's 2023 statistics report.
The Aesthetic Society source2.6–20.6
Deaths per 100,000
reported across published liposuction studies, depending on the study and context.
Medical review sourceAbout 1 in 3,000
Historical BBL estimate
cited by a 2018 multi-society task force as an extremely high mortality rate for aesthetic surgery.
Multi-society warning93
U.S. citizen deaths
after cosmetic surgery in the Dominican Republic from 2009–2022, identified in CDC reporting.
CDC reportThese figures come from different years, study populations, and methods. They provide context, not a prediction of any one person's individual risk.
Why this work matters
Layssa's legacy, carried forward through awareness
The Layssa Cosmetic Surgery Awareness Foundation was created in memory of Layssa Ivette Jimenez, with a promise to turn her legacy into clear, compassionate education for women and families considering elective cosmetic surgery.
We help people recognize warning signs, prepare for informed-consent conversations, and keep safety at the center of every decision.
Read Layssa's story and our missionA life held in memory
Love, laughter, family, and friendship.
Layssa’s story is more than a single moment. These photographs remember the joy, connection, and community that shaped her life and continue to inspire the Foundation’s work.
We carry that love forward by helping people pause, ask informed questions, and protect the moments that matter most.
Learn more about Layssa and the Foundation
Her life remains at the heart of the mission.
Who this is for
A safety conversation can begin with anyone
Our resources are designed to help people pause, prepare, and talk openly before an elective procedure.
Considering a procedure
Build a list of questions and learn what information deserves a closer look.
Supporting someone you love
Use calm, practical prompts to help a loved one prepare without judgment.
Sharing awareness
Help make informed questions and safety checks part of the conversation.
When prevention is no longer enough
Has something already gone wrong?
If you or someone you love experienced a serious cosmetic-surgery complication—or your family lost someone—you may be searching for answers while dealing with fear, grief, or uncertainty.
You do not have to know where to begin.
Find credible starting points for medical safety, records, grief support, counseling, patient advocacy, reporting concerns, and understanding legal resources that may be available.
Explore recovery resources Educational and support information only. The Foundation does not provide emergency care, medical diagnosis, counseling, or legal representation.Start with one informed question