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May 16, 2025 
Yasmin Tayag, a staff writer at The Atlantic and host of How to Age Up, joins Dr. Michelle Hure, a dermatologist, to discuss the impacts of societal pressures on beauty. They dive into the rise of 'baby Botox' and how social media shapes young people's perceptions of youthfulness. The conversation highlights the emotional and financial toll of cosmetic treatments, alongside ethical concerns within the industry. Together, they unpack the push and pull of enhancing appearances versus fostering a healthy self-image.
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From Secrecy to Openness
- Botox used to be secretive in the mid-2000s; patients paid cash to hide treatments from family.
- Reality TV shows openly discussing Botox helped normalize and reduce embarrassment around the procedure.
Zoom and Selfie Culture Impact
- Constant phone selfies and Zoom video calls make people overly aware of their facial features.
- That increased scrutiny intensifies focus on wrinkles and perceived flaws, driving cosmetic interventions.
Botox as Skincare Routine
- Botox treatments cost several hundred dollars per session and require multiple treatments yearly.
- Some see it as part of regular skincare, offsetting costs of other anti-aging routines like facials and pedicures.