Australian influencer Matilda Baxter, known online as Tilds Search, has drawn significant attention after showcasing the results of her recent controversial "Barbie Waist" surgery performed in Bali. The 21-year-old shared a video on Instagram comparing her current hourglass figure to her appearance in 2023, three years prior.
The footage contrasted Baxter's current slimmed-down frame, accentuated by a post-operative corset, with a video of herself from 2023. In the recent clip, she displayed what she described as her "2026 version," noting enhancements to her lips and cheekbones, possibly from dermal fillers.
Baxter's procedure, which involved rib contouring, has generated a mix of reactions. Some social media users expressed concern over her drastically altered appearance, with comments focusing on her thinness and perceived impact on body image standards. "All I am seeing is the bones," one user wrote, while another expressed concern about promoting unrealistic expectations for young women.
However, many other followers defended Baxter's choices, praising her new look and emphasizing her right to make informed decisions about her own body. Supporters lauded her transparency and her transformed physique, with some suggesting she pursue a modeling career.
Baxter's comparison comes two months after undergoing the surgery. This is not the first time her post-operative appearance has garnered public attention; a recent video of her in lingerie showing her new figure also sparked discussion and concern among some followers.