Aesthetics + self-esteem + feminism + new regulations (and more)

Show notes

Dr. Sophie and Fiona discuss:

• The ‘male gaze’ in films and TV • Is it possible to be a feminist and have injectables? • The language of looking good [for your age] • Self esteem • Body dysmorphic disorder • The critical importance of a consultation • New attitudes to ageing • Saying no to a client • Managing clients’ expectations • Avoiding the overdone or ‘done’ look • Are aesthetic treatments too accessible? • A serious lack of UK regulations in aesthetics • Cheap packages that aren’t (always) safe • Does everyone want to look the same? • The role of social media and filters • Celebrities and surgery (their right to privacy?) • Robbie Williams • Affordability • People’s fear of injectables • Keeping treatments and tweakments a secret • Men and aesthetics • Body dysmorphic disorder (see below for support)

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Further reading and links are here:

An interesting blog from Dr Sophie: https://drsophieshotter.com/these-are-the-skin-treatments-that-will-perfectly-complement-your-injectables-2/

Some of Dr Sophie’s work in campaigning for better care and regulations in aesthetics: https://aestheticmed.co.uk/site/industrynewsdetails/dr-sophie-shotter-cpd-complications-course

Robbie Williams article: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/robbie-williams-fillers-plastic-surgery-b2388733.html

Read this before you book a cheap aesthetics deal: https://www.saveface.co.uk/en/blog/post/sky-news-fillers-false-advertising-and-intimidation-the-ugly-side-of-the-aesthetic-training-industry

An explainer on Leslie Ash: https://www.airaesthetics.co.uk/lip-service-what-happened-to-leslie-ash/

Get help and support for body dysmorphic disorder (UK charity): https://bddfoundation.org/

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