Episode 145 hosts Caitlin King, a Registered Nurse from Melbourne, Australia. Caitlin has background in acute and perioperative nursing. She completed a Bachelor of Nursing, Post Graduate degree and is currently completing a Masters Degree in Nursing. She continues to works part-time in the operating theatre of one of Sydney's largest hospitals whilst also injecting part-time under the business name, 'Plump Me'. Caitlin joins us in our 1st Chapter of a new mini-series called 'The Injector Diaries'. These episodes will feature in depth conversations, stories and experiences from injectors around the globe. Each injector brings their own unique take on things and we'll showcase every level of injector, from newbies to masters. We'll explore how and why they chose to inject, why they favour using certain products, look under the hoods of their clinics and businesses and aim to learn from and inspire our injector listeners. In this episode, we discuss: - How we chose Caitlin as our first guest - Caitlin's journey into facial aesthetics and how her career in peri-operative nursing has helped - Caitlin's thoughts on nurses who go straight from their degree into injecting - How she trained and what she think the ideal training of an injector looks like - What a chain clinic is and what it's like for an injector to work in this type of business model - The pro's and con's of working in a high volume chain clinic as a new injector - What types of types patients come to her and what they want - Why she's looking to branch out on her own under her own brand, 'Plump Me'  - What the best injectables training event she ever attended was - How she likes to approach social media to advertise her injectables business - Why she uses TikTok for her social media and how this differs to using Instagram - Being part of the injecting community online and how injectors can positively inspire each other   Every week our Injector Diaries guest will also be asked the same key (rapid fire!) questions: -What's your favourite toxin and why -What's your favourite filler and why -What's your go-to cannula make and size? -Share their top tips and tricks to enhance their patients experience PATREON: Join our Patreon for on demand injectable and business education in addition to global networking opportunities with other injectors SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Click here if you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to contribute to supporting the podcast CHECK OUT OUR SPECIAL OFFERS: Click here to browse our latest partner offers! CONTACT INFORMATION: Contact IA and other important links Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Follow David on Instagram

Episode 144 hosts Dr Shobhan Manoharan, an internationally-renowned cosmetic and laser dermatologist based in Brisbane, Australia.   He specialises in the use of energy based devices for both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Manoharan is a key opinion leader for Solta Medical, a brand of Bausch health.   Solta's impressive technology portfolio includes Fraxel, Thermage, Clear + Brilliant, Isolaz, liposonix and VASERlipo.   After getting to know Dr Manohran we first define what we mean by skin quality and more interestingly, what our patients perceptions of their skin are.   We cover: - What defines 'good skin' - Collagen and why this is so important for the skin's quality and texture - How injectable patients often neglect their skin and the pitfalls to this - The basic of lasers and laser treatments - Ablative vs non-ablative lasers - Fraxel: the original non-ablative fractional laser - How energy based devices and injectables can be used synergistically This episode was supported by Solta Medical, the company behind Fraxel: the original fractionated laser   Show your support for IA via Patreon SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!    IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram Follow our sponsor: Visit Solta Medical's website   Visit the Fraxel website  

Episode 143 hosts Kian Moini, owner and operator of a newly launched aesthetic clinic called 'Q-Tox' in Sydney, Australia. We discuss the ups, downs and in-betweens of conceptualising and creating a new aesthetic clinic in a very competitive market - covering everything from the design and fit-out, signature scents, financing and recruitment. As a new entrepreneur in the space, Kian walks us through his journey from the initial concept to his imminent opening in October 2021 - creating an ultra-modern, injectables-only clinic that aims to stand out from the crowd. We cover: - The current injectables market in Australia, particular post-lockdown - Deciding on the location of the clinic and the advantages of building in a shopping mall - How to stand out form the crowd and the importance of doing your market research - Deciding when and what to outsource - Digital marketing, social media and the importance of adding your own personal touch - Tips for finding and retaining quality staff - Incorporating a plastic surgery referral service into an injectables clinic PATREON: Join our Patreon for on demand injectable and business education in addition to global networking opportunities with other injectors SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Click here if you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to contribute to supporting the podcast CHECK OUT OUR SPECIAL OFFERS: Click here to browse our latest partner offers! CONTACT INFORMATION: Contact IA and other important links Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Follow David on Instagram

Episode 142 hosts Dr Dana Berkowitz, an Associate Professor of sociology, women and gender studies at the University of Louisiana, USA. In 2007, Dr Berkowitz published the book, 'Botox Nation: Changing The Face of America' which was an in-depth look at how injectables have become a cultural phenomenon. As a non-medical professional and having been an injectables patient herself, she interviewed hundreds of Americans to understand their motivations and reasons for seeking out treatments.  We explore: - Her reasoning for writing the book - Her own motivations for having toxin treatments - How treatments and marketing have changed over the last 20 years - The pressure that women in particular now face to look younger and more beautiful - Where men fit into this equation - Why aging is perceived so negatively in western cultures - How injectable treatments are advertised in the USA - Social media and celebrity influence on the public - How injectables have become essential treatments for those who use them - Insights into how price dictates who can access treatments   SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!    IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram

Episode 141 showcases Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal, your co-hosts. As half of Australia emerges from a 15 weeks severe lockdown, Dr Jake & David give a personal account of their own experiences, challenges and thoughts on what comes next. 2021 was the year that COVID truly hit Australia and it's been a difficult, concerning and stressful time for everyone. Whilst we've touched on this theme with all of our previous guests living through COVID, Dr Jake & David share their own challenges and inner feelings. They discuss: - what they did in the lockdown to cope - their fears and worries about the future - the personal challenges of maintaining their businesses - the difficulties in keeping staff motivated to come back to work - how this lockdown compares to 2020 and whether our industry will survive this time - the difficulties in communicating effectively with patients in a lockdown and the challenges this brings - preparations for opening our clinics again - how the lockdown has affected the podcast - Inside Aesthetic's plans to become even more relevant to you, the listeners and how you can help!   SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!    IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram

Episode 140 hosts Lizzy Boots, founder of 'Boots & All Consulting' and a leader in recruitment and human resources (HR) based in Sydney, Australia. Lizzy's company assists beauty, wellness, aesthetic and healthcare business owners with the full spectrum of human resource requirements, particularly when it comes to finding the right staff for the right role.    During this episode we first define what HR encompasses and assess how the pandemic has affected the Australian aesthetic industry. We then delve into: - What the 'new normal' is for the industry - People leaving the industry for more stability and if there will be enough staff left to service the demand? - How we might navigate the issue of mandatory vaccinations in-clinic from an HR perspective - Finding the right staff and keeping them happy - How to identify the best CV's/resumes - Speaking to referees and references - How to conduct a staff interview - Establishing a probation period for new employees - How long is 'normal' for staff to stay in a role - How to action a termination of a staff member SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!    IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram Follow Lizzy on Instagram: @lizzyboots2 Visit the 'Boots and all' website: http://www.bootsandall.com.au/

Episode 139 hosts Maria Enna-Cocciolone, Founder of INSKIN COSMEDICS and one of Australia’s most reputable beauty industry gurus based in Sydney, Australia. Maria shares her inspiring journey with us and we get a glimpse into just how much the beauty & aesthetics industry has evolved over the past 35 years. We begin by explaining why this weeks podcast was delayed before getting to know our guest. From humble beginnings, Maria has become one of Australia’s most successful beauty entrepreneurs and is the founder of several brands including INSKIN COSMEDICS, O COSMEDICS & Ginger & Me. This podcast takes the form of a free-flowing conversation to learn about Maria’s approach to business. We get some incredible insights into how her personal touch and philosophies have made her so successful. As we emerge from the lockdown and think of opening again, we learn how some of Maria's core principles can be adopted by injectors and other practitioners to stand out from the crowd. We also cover the current climate within the Australian aesthetic space including: - how this lockdown has been quite different to last years, with less government help, less optimism and potentially more long term consequences - the logical nightmare that COVID continues to have on every aspect of business including supplies chains, manufacturing, staffing, postage and delivery issues and of course, most of the clinics across the country being closed - how moving her skin products from in clinic to online threw up it's own unique problems - how mandatory vaccinations for clients and staff will be perceived when we open our doors again - the controversial topic of clinics operating in secret during the lockdown - clinics losing staff to makes ends meet - the value of making mistakes and how to learn and grow from them   SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!    IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram Follow Maria on Instagram: @marieennacocciolone Visit the INSKIN website: www.inskincosmedics.com.au

Episode 138 hosts Dr Nik Davies (GP & Medical Advisor for SILK Laser Clinics) and Dr Andreas Fox (Plastic Surgeon & Medical Director for Artisan Aesthetic Clinics). Since June of this year, the largest states of Australia (New South Wales & Victoria) have been in harsh lockdowns and no injectable treatments have been allowed. But as vaccination rates slowly rise, preparations are underway for re-opening - but what will that look like exactly? Injectors, clinic owners and practitioners may well be faced with some difficult decisions that have both financial and reputational implications. A minority of clinics have controversially decided to go it alone and open despite the lockdown restrictions whereas the majority are awaiting for clear guidance from the government.   We'll be discussing: - our guests backgrounds and their roles within their clinics - what date clinics may get the green light to open again - what differences exist between the end of lockdown in 2020 vs 2021  - our patients mindsets: is there heightened anxiety or the opposite, COVID-apathy? - insights into what our guests clinics have been doing behind the scenes to prepare for living with COVID when we open up - how injectors have been upskilling and training in the extended lockdown - the pro's and con's of virtual teaching - the question of vaccination passports: will clinics be asked to refuse entry to unvaccinated patients and their own staff? - is there a role for rapid antigen testing in the aesthetic setting? - will we see the incredible demand and surge for treatment bookings again?   SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!    IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram Follow Dr Nik Davies on Instagram: @ndskinco Follow Dr Andreas Fox on Instagram: @drandreasfox  

Episode 137 hosts Dr Marcus Mehta, Dr Tristan Mehta & Dr Tapan Patel. Each of our guests are cosmetic doctors based in the UK. They are part of a much larger team behind a new social media app that's been designed specifically for the aesthetic industry called 'Comma'. Comma stands for 'Community for Medical Aesthetics' and allows professionals to share knowledge and discuss topics related to aesthetic medicine within a secure, private and dedicated community. Comma was developed with state-of-the-art technology to be a user-friendly and intuitive process. We first find out more about our guests and their backgrounds before exploring: - what exactly Comma is? - what type of practitioners are able to join? - Comma's ambition to replace the numerous private WhatsApp groups, Facebook forums and other unmoderated channels that injectors currently use to share their ideas and get advice - what features are on the app and why should injectors join? - what a 'comma' is with in the app itself? - what the free and live Masterclass videos are all about? - what type of content is available in the main video library? - the process behind developing such an ambitious project  - content coming soon on the app including: skin care and device training videos international sections of the app that are more relevant for particular country's and regions (including Australia) In partnership with Comma, we're giving away THREE free annual video library subscriptions worth $499 (AUS), £298 (UK) or $410 (US)! To apply there's just one very easy step: - click the link directly below to join Comma for free and automatically become part of our new Inside Aesthetics 'comma'  (our very own private sub-group and fan space on the Comma app!) https://www.joincomma.com/share/GS40Wxbbf8Ka-n1N   SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!    IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram

Episode 136 hosts Professor David Veale, a Consultant Psychiatrist from South London, UK. He is an internationally-renowned thought leader and researcher in the field of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Professor Veale leads a highly specialised service for patients with severe anxiety disorders including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), emetophobia (the fear of vomiting), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as well as BDD. Having first explored BDD way back in episode 7, we re-visit the topic and discuss: - how virtual working and the 'Zoom Boom' has affected our perception of ourselves - What exactly BDD is and how this differs from patients who are just very picky or 'difficult' - what can be done in the cosmetic consultation to explore the topic of BDD - the patient perspective in suffering with BDD - the treatment modalities commonly used  - novel approaches to treating the condition including nutritional psychiatry & psychedelic medications   SUPPORT THE PODCAST: - If you enjoy listening to IA every week and would like to help support the podcast, we have two simple donation options: I Love IA! & Buy us a coffee!  IA PATREON: Did you know that we have an online injectable education and business mentoring service called IA Patreon? Get access to the following benefits (depending on your tier): - Access to four IA Whatsapp groups (General, Injectables, Business & Regenerative Aesthetics)  - Access to our IA Injectable Live sessions (Injectable Zoom sessions led by Dr Jake) - Access to weekly IA Hints & Tips (Videos, insights & other injectable education) - Access to our IA Business Hints & Tips (Videos of business hints and experiences) - Access to IA Business Insights (Zoom recordings of David doing business coaching with our IA Patrons) - Access to our growing IA Library of clinical papers, books and resources - Access to eight IA Webinars - Business mentoring opportunities with David (30 minutes free for Platinum tier Patrons) - Shadowing opportunities in clinic with Dr Jake (additional cost)   CONTACT INFORMATION: Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Other IA links: Follow IA on Instagram Sign up as an IA Patron Visit the IA website  Contact IA Apply to be a guest on IA Dr Jake Sloane: Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Dr Jake's website David Segal: Follow David on Instagram Visit Professor Veale's website: www.veale.co.uk