If you haven’t already, listen to my heartfelt chat with much-loved Australian personality Angie Kent here - https://youtu.be/hDPOsnUbgj0?si=795V3CJofboNu6TD

Sadly, Angie’s experience with cosmetic treatments is a common one. In our chat, Angie revealed her experience from being overtreated to a 12-month period of painfully dissolving the treatment.

Angie sparks a hugely important conversation on beauty standards and inclusivity. In this solo episode of reflection, I question why and how we initially and continue to get it all wrong.

You see, Angie fell foul of the trend of the last few years, which is all about creating the same set of lips, cheeks, chins, and jawlines—essentially creating clones of each other. Not only is there nothing attractive, let alone beautiful, about this ‘look,’ but my colleagues and I need to consider carefully the unintended and harmful consequences on people's physical and mental health.

It’s about time we embraced diversity in cosmetic medicine and focused on the uniqueness of every face we see. Beauty has many faces, so let's question the idea of a "perfect" face and remind ourselves of its subjectivity.

Inclusive cosmetic medicine celebrates diversity, respects individual appearance, and shakes up the single beauty standard. However, this trend has a massive shortfall, and TGA and AHPRA are trying to rectify it. Is it too little, too late?

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In this powerful episode, our guest Angie Kent shares her personal experience with receiving treatment when she was vulnerable and struggling with her health both mentally and physically. In this sometimes heartbreaking interview, we discuss the damage that happens when injectors take advantage of their patients to perform unnecessary treatments. Angie bravely discusses firsthand the harm she experienced when a practitioner told her she looked bad and then promised the only way she’d look better was to have a lot of unnecessary treatment.

Angie opens up about the impact that this particular period of overtreatment had on her life, extending far beyond her physical appearance.

When I asked Angie what we could do to make it better, she asked for an immediate end to unethical practices, advocating for a more restrained and empathetic approach within the industry.

Often during this episode, all I could do was listen and apologise to Angie for what she experienced. As a firm patient advocate and an empowerer of my fellow clinicians, I promised Angie that we’d keep the interview unedited and we’d share some pretty uncomfortable truths in an effort to make it better and to make it safer for all.

Now, Angie is doing what Angie does best, being the best advocate for women’s health. She’s co-founded Seen_wh with Katie McCready and together they give a voice to womxn who’ve ever felt silenced and confused because of chronic health issues.

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Welcome back to the Difficult Conversations About Beauty Podcast. In our last episode, we had a deep dive conversation with Dr. Agnes Warchalowski about the crucial connection between our gut health, stress levels, and overall well-being. Dr. Agnes left us with two powerful action items: reducing processed food intake and minimising stress in our lives. Today, we're going to explore how to implement these steps, even when life throws unexpected challenges our way.

After our insightful conversation with Dr. Agnes, I embarked on a journey to prioritise my health and well-being. However, life had other plans. Despite my intentions, I found myself in a whirlwind of stress, with circumstances well beyond my control amplifying my anxiety.

Finding Solace on My Birthday: On my birthday, amidst the chaos, I took a moment to reflect on what truly brings me joy and comfort. It was a day of self-care, filled with writing, a rejuvenating massage, and a spontaneous decision to change up my look with a Taylor Swift-inspired fringe. These simple acts of self-love reminded me of the importance of nurturing my mind and body.

The healing massage, unearthed buried emotions and allowed me to confront long-avoided decisions. Despite the challenges, I made a commitment to start the journey towards better health, just as Dr. Agnes advised. I recognised that healing is not always linear and requires patience and perseverance.

Taking the First Steps: Although I hadn't achieved two weeks of reduced stress as initially planned, I made a conscious choice to begin. Dr. Agnes's words resonated with me - our bodies possess an incredible capacity to heal and regenerate. Even amidst adversity, I'm determined to prioritise my well-being and take small steps towards a healthier me.

Finally, I encourage you to join me in embracing Dr. Agnes's advice. Let's commit to reducing stress and opting for nourishing, whole foods. Remember, healing is a journey, and every small step counts. Tune in next time for more insightful conversations on navigating the complexities of beauty and wellness.

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