
Inside Aesthetics
Inside Aesthetics (IA) is the world's leading podcast for injectors and aesthetic businesses. Co-hosted by Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal, each episode of IA explores aesthetic topics, injectable-related content and insider business knowledge.
With over 1.75 million listens in over 100 countries, IA's weekly episodes have become a vital source of information for the aesthetics industry to connect and learn together.
IA also hosts a very popular Patreon for injectors wanting extra education and business support: Check it out: www.patreon.com/insideaesthetics
Latest episodes

Mar 4, 2021 • 1h 51min
Dr Lee Walker - 'The evidence for how and why we inject?' #111
Episode 111 hosts Dr Lee Walker, a world-renowned cosmetic injector from Liverpool in the UK. Dr Walker previously worked as a Dental Surgeon before dedicating his time to facial aesthetics. He is a hugely respected global key opinion leader for Teoxane and has taught in over 30 countries. In this role, Dr Walker heads and helps design the Teoxane educational programme in addition to mentoring injectors in several key markets. Dr Walker is best known for his easy to understand approach to cosmetic education and his knowledge of facial anatomy. We discuss a wide range of topics concerning the evidence (or lack of) for how we as injectors practice. We start with one of the key issues surrounding the specialty, namely who exactly should be allowed to inject and how should injectors train to demonstrate a level of competence? We then tackle some of the myths, dogma and assumptions of the injectable world including: - Was there really a global toxin-failure phenomenon post-lockdown? - One of the biggest controversies in injectables, the concept of 'aspiration'. Is it a useful test and if not, what should we be doing? - Are cannulas really safer than needles? What does 'safe' even mean? - Facial swelling post-COVID 19 vaccinations. Is this a new worrying concern or simply media-hype and a known issue? -Filler associated blindness and what should we do about it? - And much more! 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 Follow Dr Walker on IG: https://www.instagram.com/leewalker_academy

Feb 25, 2021 • 1h 29min
Dr Michelle Rodrigues, Mike Driver & Kylie Rowe - 'The Picosure laser for pigmentation and tattoo removal' #110
Episode 110 hosts Dr Michelle Rodrigues (Specialist dermatologist), Kylie Rowe (Corporate Account Manager for Cynosure) & Mike Driver, a laser therapist specialising in tattoo removal. (All from Melbourne, Australia) Dr. Rodrigues is globally renowned for her expertise in treating pigmentation and treating skin conditions in those with skin of colour. Mike started his laser business 11 years ago in Brisbane and now has five clinics nationally. He is one of the countries most experienced laser tattoo removalists having performed well over 100,000 treatments. We break the podcast into two distinct sections to discuss some of the key uses of Cynosure’s ‘Picosure’ laser - so called because it was the first laser technology to deliver energy to the skin in a picosecond (a trillionth of a second!) First Dr Rodrigues explains the common causes of pigmentation, her consultation technique and strategies for approaching treatment with the Picosure. In the second half, Mike tells us about his journey into tattoo removal, what is involved and why the Picosure is his first choice laser device. 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

Feb 23, 2021 • 1h 32min
Dr Iman Nurlin - 'The Beauty Of The World (Chapter 3): Sweden & European patients' #109
Episode 109 is the third chapter of our miniseries, 'The Beauty Of The World'. Each of these bonus episodes will be released on Wednesdays (twice a month) in addition to our usual Friday podcasts. We'll be hosting globally-renowned key opinion leaders to discuss their own regions beauty standards, aesthetic trends and the injectable market in their part of the world. We'll go on a deep dive to understand what people find attractive, what influences this and celebrate the similarities and amazing differences amongst different faces and skin tones. In this episode we're joined by Dr Iman Nurlin, a leading cosmetic physician, injector and international speaker who's based in Örebro, Sweden. Iman emigrated to Sweden over 30 years ago from Ethiopia and we explore the beauty ideals and influences on Scandanavian aesthetics. We also ponder two broader and more difficult to define questions; what is ‘European’ and what does the term ‘caucasian’ actually mean? 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

Feb 18, 2021 • 1h 24min
Dr Suneel Chilukuri, Dr Frank Lin & Gareth Pepper - 'EMSCULPT Neo: HIFEM technology + RF energy for body contouring' #108
Episode 108 hosts Dr Suneel Chilukuri (Cosmetic Physician, Texas, USA), Dr Frank Lin (Plastic Surgeon, Melbourne, Australia) & Gareth Pepper (Sales Director of BTL Aesthetics Australia). In a first for the podcast, we've divided this episode into two halves with two key opinion leaders. Dr Chilukuri first reminds us what EMSCULPT is (see Episode 33 for a detailed recap!), how HIFEM technology works and we learn about the technical aspects and clinical trials. We get an American-perspective on body contouring and then discuss EMSCULPT NEO, the newest device from BLT Aesthetics. In the second half of the podcast, we get an Australian perspective and learn why a leading plastic surgeon has embraced EMSCULPT technology in his clinics. We also explore the clinical as well as business reasons why EMSCULPT has been so popular worldwide. As a very special offer, if you contact BTL Aesthetics on +61435769639, you can discuss trading in your existing, non-BLT body contouring device 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

Feb 16, 2021 • 1h 6min
Dr Rashmi Shetty - 'The Beauty Of The World (Chapter 2): India and Sub-Continental Asian patients' #107
Episode 107 is the second chapter of our miniseries, 'The Beauty Of The World'. Each of these bonus episodes will be released on Wednesdays (twice a month) in addition to our usual Friday podcasts. We'll be hosting globally-renowned key opinion leaders to discuss their own regions beauty standards, aesthetic trends and the injectable market in their part of the world. We'll go on a deep dive to understand what people find attractive, what influences this and celebrate the similarities and amazing differences amongst different faces and skin tones. In this episode we're joined by Dr Rashmi Shetty, a leading dermatologist, injector and keynote speaker who's based in Mumbai, India. We'll explore the beauty ideals of India whilst also reflecting on Subcontinental Asian attitudes to aesthetics. 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

Feb 11, 2021 • 1h 12min
Dr Davin Lim & Nick Dubinin - 'A guide to melasma & how to treat it with lasers' #106
Episode 106 hosts Dr Davin Lim & Nick Dubinin, both previous guests on the podcast. (Episodes 71, 76 & 85) Davin is a globally-renowned Cosmetic Dermatologist from Brisbane, Australia. He specialises in laser treatments of all modalities. Nick is a highly experienced business development manager for Advanced Cosmeceuticals, a leading skin product, medical device and laser distributor. We explore what melasma is, why it occurs, which patient groups are more likely to suffer from it and why it's so difficult to treat. We then learn about some of the advanced energy-based treatments available including the Spectra XT (a multi-functional, non-ablative laser) & the LaseMD (a multi-functional, fractioned, non-ablative laser), both by Lutronic. This podcast episode was brought to you by Advanced Cosmeceuticals & Lutronic, leaders in cosmeceuticals, medical and laser devices. To get a special discount and extra complimentary warranties on a variety of Lutronic products, you can call our guest Nick Dubinin directly on +61400091215 or email him on ndubinin@lutronicaustralia.com.au and mention that you heard this podcast 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 Visit the Advanced Cosmeceuticals website: https://www.advancedcosmeceuticals.com.au Visit the Lutronic website: https://www.advancedcosmeceuticals.com.au/lutronic

Feb 9, 2021 • 1h 5min
Michelle Kearney - 'Australia's leading cosmetic publisher & founder of the Cosmedicon conference' #105
Episode 105 hosts Michelle Kearney, the managing director of Bella Media. Bella Media is the Australian leader in promoting and reporting on cosmetic medicine and the beauty industry. Michelle has been the editor-in-chief of CosBeauty Magazine since 1998, in addition to the quarterly business guide for doctors only, Aesthetic Medical Practitioner (AMP). Michelle is also the convenor for Australia's boutique medical aesthetics conference, Cosmedicon, now in it's 4th year (March 4th-7th) We explore how and why Michelle began publishing, looking back at how the Australian aesthetics industry has evolved over 25 years. We also learn about Bella Media's two newest projects, 'The Black Book' and 'Aesthetic Advisor'. Inside Aesthetics listeners can get an incredible 25% discount off Cosmedicon tickets by using the code 'IAVIP' on the Cosmedicon website (subject to availability) 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 Visit the Bella Media website: https://www.bellamedia.com.au Visit the Aesthetic Medical Practitioner website: www.aestheticmedicalpractitioner.com.au Visit the Cosmedicon conference website: www.cosmedicon.com.au

Feb 4, 2021 • 1h 8min
Giuve Balooch (VP of L'Oreal's Technology Incubator) - 'Innovation in aesthetics: the SkinCeuticals Custom D.O.S.E machine' #104
Episode 104 hosts Giuve Balooch, Vice President of L'Oreal's 'Technology Incubator' - the innovation and creation department of the world's biggest beauty brand. We first get an understanding of what his department does and how his team operates. We hear about some of the incredible technologies he has already brought to the market including the 'Makeup Genius', an augmented reality app for trialing makeup and 'My Skin Track UV', a wearable UV light sensor now stocked by Apple. Giuve then introduces us to the SkinCeuticals Custom D.O.S.E machine. Taking over a decade to create, this is the world's first device that allows doctors to create personalised and tailored skincare for their patients. This episode of the podcast was brought to you by Skinceuticals, the number one medical aesthetics skincare brand worldwide. Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Visit our website Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Contact Dr Jake & David More about Dr Jake Follow Dr Jake on Instagram Follow David on Instagram Visit the SkinCeuticals website: www.skinceuticals.com.au Visit the Custom D.O.S.E website: https://www.skinceuticals.com.au/article/landing-custom-dose-2020/a6063.aspx

Jan 30, 2021 • 1h 29min
Dr Ayad Harb (Plastic Surgeon) - 'The Liquid Nose Job, the Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty and everything about nose fillers' #103
Episode 103 hosts Dr Ayad Harb, a Plastic Surgeon from Oxfordshire in the UK. Dr Harb specialises in facial plastic surgery, body contouring and non-surgical aesthetic treatments. He’s particularly renowned for his signature liquid nose job treatment using his '3-point Rhino' technique. Dr Harb has published one of the biggest cases series of non-surgical rhinoplasties in the world and is an international key opinion leader on the topic. He also an experienced trainer in facial aesthetics and is the surgical lead at his Aesthetic Intelligence training academy. To get an amazing 20% off any of Dr Harb's training modules (virtual or in person), email drayad.academy@gmail.com and mention that you heard Dr Harb on the Inside Aesthetics podcast and quote the code: IAXAYAD Show your support for IA via Patreon Follow IA on Instagram Visit our website Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Contact Dr Jake & David More about Dr Jake Follow Dr Jake on Instagram Follow David on Instagram Visit Dr Harbs website: www.ayadharb.co.uk Follow Dr Harb on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drayadharb/?hl=en Thanks for the ongoing support! Dr Jake & David

Jan 26, 2021 • 1h 18min
Dr Izolda Heydenrych - 'The Beauty Of The World (Chapter 1): South Africa & African patients' #102
Episode 102 is the first chapter of our new miniseries, 'The Beauty Of The World'. Each of these bonus episodes will be released on Wednesdays (twice a month from February) in addition to our usual Friday podcasts. We'll be hosting globally-renowned key opinion leaders to discuss their own regions beauty standards, aesthetic trends and the injectable market in their part of the world. We'll go on a deep dive to understand what people find attractive, what influences this and celebrate the similarities and amazing differences amongst different faces and skin tones. In our first chapter of the mini-series, we're re-joined by Dr Izolda Heydenrych (previously on Episode 83), a leading dermatologist, injector and keynote speaker who's based in Cape Town. We'll explore the beauty ideals of South Africa whilst also reflecting on broader African attitudes to aesthetics. 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