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A boob job - even the term boob - is so Pamela Anderson circa Baywatch. But even still, there are those of us who do wish that we could get some quality cleavage without going under the knife.

After some careful research, we, at UJ, have found four scalpel-free methods to fill out that red maillot.

Herbal Pill Enhancements:
These are no magic beans that will make you grow overnight like Jack's beanstalk - and the jury is still out on their effectiveness - but, for a lower-priced, minimal-effort option, the word on the (cyber) street is Breast Success. Using 13 herbs, the key one being phytoestrogen-rich Fenugreek - the pills simulate the estrogen-packed days of teen years, tricking your body into a second puberty. Let's just hope the side effects don't include spots.

Massage:
The Thai government recently reported it supports breast massage for breast enhancement and overall health. Sounds like a good excuse to get a boyfriend. To get the full benefit, use a light to moderate moving counter-clockwise around the breast to promote the maximum lymphatic drainage as well as stimulate tissue regeneration, both key in improving breast appearance and growth. Top tip: go the extra mile and conduct the rubdown with Benefil Breast Cream, a topical lotion that utilizes ingredients like caffeine and wild yam to promote growth.

Vacuum:
The most clinically-proven method among the four is, naturally, also the most expensive. Brava Breast Enlargement Shaping System was designed by a renowned plastic surgeon in the States utilizing in-vivo tissue engineering. Supposedly, it works on all women, every time, providing instructions are properly followed. Be advised of the £990 price tag and the 11 hours a day spent wearing suctioning breast armour. Ouch, on both accounts.

Hypnosis:
Scared of the knife? Why not try breast-enhancing hypnosis? This technique plays upon regressing the subconscious back to adolescence (the time when you were just beginning to develop) and jumpstarting the stunted process. Sessions usually run between £90-£150 and results are said to vary according to patient "motivation" (medical tests prove inconclusive). Otherwise, for a smaller fee of £15, you can purchase a tape and meditate in the comfort of your own home.

For those with limited funds or the desire for immediate results, UJ recommends the (non-fifth year) version of stuffing your bra: silicone breast enhancers from La Senza. £25 buys you guaranteed, if not permanent, results.

by EC
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