January 12, 2026 | BBL
A BBL does more than shape the butt. Patients get a two-in-one slimming and augmenting result that creates a sexy hourglass figure. Who can put a price on that? Your plastic surgeon can. This blog discusses how much BBLs cost and what factors contribute to the overall cost.
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Beautiful BBLs
Are you looking to enhance your physique with a plump and voluptuous booty? Then you’re probably considering a BBL or Brazilian Butt Lift, the best cosmetic procedure for shaping and augmenting the buttocks permanently. This transformational procedure does more than boost the booty: you also get to slim and contour another area of the body, such as the stomach, hips, or thighs, via liposuction for a stunning hourglass result.
So how much does a BBL cost? While each procedure is unique to the patient and pricing is reflected in the details of the surgical plan, the national average of a BBL runs between $7,500 and $13,000, but varies greatly.
Dr. Frank Agullo in El Paso, TX, offers transparent pricing for all procedures. BBLs start at $11,500 for one liposuction area, including the fat transfer process, with each additional area of liposuction costing $2,000. So how are these prices determined, and how can you know exactly how much you’ll need to pay for your BBL? We’ll outline exactly what determines the cost of your procedure below.
How Does Plastic Surgery Pricing Work?
When someone pays for plastic surgery, they’re paying for more than just the procedure. The final costs include everything involved in the process: office visits and check-ups, consultations, the medical equipment and medications required for pre- and post-op care, anesthesia, any necessary hospital or recovery center stays, and, of course, the procedure itself. Plastic surgery is certainly a luxury service, which accounts for high price points, but it makes a little more sense when you figure out how much you’re actually getting out of the process.
Here’s a breakdown of how these fees work and what you might expect from a BBL specifically:
Surgical Fees
The surgical fee, sometimes called the surgeon’s fee, is the cost of the procedure itself. These prices are set by the surgeon, but are dependent on the relative complexity of the procedure, as well as national averages. For example, a more straightforward procedure like a primary breast augmentation or a lower blepharoplasty, which both require shorter surgical time, are generally priced lower than more labor-intensive or complex procedures like body lifts.
Another factor concerns the surgeon’s expertise in their field. So, you might see higher price points from surgeons who hyperspecialize in one area, like BBLs. Even for plastic surgeons who perform a wide range of procedures, experience and prestige influence pricing.
On the note of surgical expertise: Plastic surgery is not something you should bargain hunt for. You truly get what you pay for, so beware of practices that boast discounted rates—you may end up with a result that you regret.
Dr. Agullo excels in creating round, bouncy BBLs, enhancing his patients’ natural curves for stunning hourglass figures. Take a look at his BBL before and after photos and see what expertise can achieve.
Facility Fees
The facility fee will vary greatly from practice to practice. This refers to where the procedure is performed: either in an accredited surgical facility that is run by the doctor or another practitioner, or at a nearby hospital. Geographic location also plays a role, as does the type of surgery you’re undergoing. Generally, if your surgeon has access to their own, on-site surgical center, like Dr. Agullo, fees are lower than if they must perform surgery in a hospital, but it all depends.
Facility fees also cover the cost of surgical nursing staff salaries, medical equipment needed for the procedure, and more. Certain procedures require more materials and take longer, so the facility fee will reflect that.
Dr. Agullo can talk to you about your options during your BBL consultation.
Anesthesia Fees
The anesthesia fees cover the fee of the anesthesiologist, as well as the cost of the medicine. General anesthesia is more expensive than local anesthesia with sedation, but it is more commonly used for more extensive procedures.
Dr. Agullo will let you know which anesthesia option is available for your procedure.
Determining the Final Cost of Your BBL
The best way to determine the final cost of your BBL is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Agullo. There are still plenty of options for customization that this list doesn’t cover, including combination procedures, additional areas of liposuction, and the specifics of your BBL.
For example, it’s not uncommon to combine this procedure with a breast enhancement surgery like a breast augmentation or a breast lift with implants, which creates the ultimate hourglass figure. Dr. Agullo is adept at safely combining procedures for results that “wow.” Additionally, combining procedures into a single surgical session, if possible, can reduce some of the fees we listed, such as anesthesia and facility fees, because they are paid for only once, as opposed to if you have surgery done at separate times.
In addition, Dr. Agullo often recommends radiofrequency skin tightening with Renuvion™ J-Plasma® and/or BodyTite in the areas of liposuction to avoid loose skin and to erase marked folds in the skin. While adding one or more of these treatments creates a more cohesive result, it also increases the overall cost of the procedure.
Interested in a BBL in El Paso, TX?
If you want to learn how much your custom BBL will cost, call Dr. Frank Agullo today at (915) 590-7900 or complete the online form to schedule your consultation.
