Inside Aesthetics

Episode 274 hosts Dr Simone Bamford (General Practitioner, Melbourne, Australia) & George Kypreos (Managing Director of Dermocosmetica, Melbourne, Australia). In this podcast we focus on the impact of the menopause on women. We then discuss a novel skin care range called Emepelle - the world's only skin care designed specifically for menopausal skin. Using MEP technology, Emepelle targets the root cause of oestrogen-deficient skin non-hormonally. 00:00 Introduction 00:59 Our Guests 04:46 Understanding Menopause 07:47 Menopause and Skin Changes 11:31 Hormonal and Topical Treatments 15:38 Introducing Emepelle 24:16 MEP Technology Explained 28:07 Combining Treatments for Best Results 31:01 Managing Menopausal Skin Irritation 32:59 Consultation Techniques and Technology 34:48 Educating Patients on Skin Care 37:43 Menopause and Aesthetic Treatments 40:25 Integrative Health & Hormone Replacement 41:31 Product Recommendations and Usage 42:57 Collagen Banking and Younger Patients 44:13 Vaginal Creams for Facial Use 46:31 Lifestyle Factors and Skin Health 48:23 Collagen Supplements and Clinic Offerings 49:07 Costs and Clinic Integration  56:24 Conclusion and Resources This podcast was sponsored by Dermocosmetica LINK TO THE INTERNATIONAL MENOPAUSE SOCIETY LINK TO THE AUSTRALIAN MENOPAUSE SOCIETY JOIN OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY PODCASTS, WEEKLY EDUCATIONAL CONTENT & JOIN OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH US CONTACT US

Episode 273 hosts Dr Michele Vanzhagi, a Cosmetic Doctor from Cape Town, South Africa. Michele joins us in the 23rd chapter of our series called 'The Injector Diaries'. These episodes feature in depth conversations, stories and experiences from injectors around the globe. Each injector brings their own unique take on things and we showcase every level of type 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 aim to inspire our injector listeners. JOIN OUR LISTENER WHATSAPP GROUP & SEND US YOUR COMMENTS, SUGGESTIONS OR JUST SAY HI! JOIN OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY PODCASTS, WEEKLY EDUCATIONAL CONTENT & JOIN OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH US CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON OUR PODCAST CONTACT US    

Episode 272 hosts Dani Gardner & Hayley Phillips, Registered Nurses & the founders of Luum Aesthetics (Perth, Australia) Dani and Hayley join us in the 16th Chapter of our series called 'The Business of Injecting'. In these episodes we host injectors and clinic owners to discuss all aspects of the business side of their clinic. We analyse their financial struggles and challenges, difficult decisions, friction points, staffing, hiring, firing and other topics relevant for achieving aesthetic business success. JOIN OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY PODCASTS, WEEKLY EDUCATIONAL CONTENT & JOIN OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH US Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss doing a sponsored podcast with us Discuss doing an IA Webinar with us (a live and interactive powerpoint lecture) Set up an IA Offer (a special discount for our listeners) Create an IA Advert (advertise an event, course or similar into the middle of a podcast) Reward and gift your most loyal & valued customers with a corporate subscription to our Patreon CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON OUR PODCAST CONTACT US Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Follow David on Instagram

Episode 271 hosts Dr Felix Li (Cosmetic Doctor from Singapore) and Dr Stefania Roberts (Phlebologist & Cosmetic Doctor from Melbourne, Australia) In 'The Tox Talks' episodes we feature expert injectors who have significant experience in using botulinum toxins. These episodes explore our guests experiences using particular brands, the evolution of their injecting techniques and we get special insights into the subtle nuances of getting the best out of toxins. In chapter 9 we discuss a new on label indication for Botox (by Allergan Aesthetics, an Abbvie Company) - Masseter Muscle Prominence (MMP). This was recently approved in China at an event in Shanghai and it's the first and only toxin brand to be approved for this particular indication. We discuss: What MMP is The difference between on VS off label indications Why having a standardised technique is so important What patients want when it  comes to MMP Asian vs caucasian beauty ideals and beauty standards The on label dose for MMP The technique to treat MMP Masseter anatomy The role of ultrasound in assessing the masseter Risks and precautions when it comes to treating MMP JOIN OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY PODCASTS, WEEKLY EDUCATIONAL CONTENT & JOIN OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY Once you've joined Patreon, here's a guide on how to set things up in Patreon to access the subscriber-only episodes CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS Save money, get special listener promotions and more! CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH US Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss a sponsored podcast idea Maybe you'd like to set up an IA Offer (a special discount for our listeners) Reward and gift your most loyal & valued customers with an annual subscription to our Patreon CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON OUR PODCAST Do you have a great story for an 'Injector Diaries' episode? Would you like to share your business model and strategies on a 'Business of Injecting' episode? Do you have exceptional experience with toxins and want to do a 'Tox Talks' episode? Are you a leading expert using fillers, polynucleotides, exosomes or other injectbale products and want to contribute to our 'Masterclass Series' series? Has something especially got your attention on social media that's worth delving into on a 'What's trending in aesthetics? episode? CONTACT US Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Follow David on Instagram

Episode 270 hosts Professor Daniel Ezra, an Oculoplastic Surgeon from London, UK.  Daniel is a leading eye surgeon at the world famous Moorfields Hospital. He's also part of an incredibly busy private clinic where consultants of various specialities work in a multidisciplinary team. There he leads a dedicated filler dissolving service and his team see up to 10 elective referrals a day to help patients with filler complications. In our 'What's trending in Aesthetics?' episodes we cover topics that have got injectors talking on social media or been in the news. We'll cover controversies, big stories and themes that affect our speciality. In Chapter 6 Part 1 (free for listeners on any podcast app) we discuss: Podcast news Daniel's background The basic science of hyaluronic acid fillers The behavoir of hyaluronic acid fillers in the tissues How long fillers last In Chapter 6 Part 2 (exclusive for subscribers to our Patreon) we cover: What the purpose of an MRI scan for an aesthetic patient is What the options are once a scan is done Filler integration - does it actually occur? Fller migration Filler 'growth' over time - what exactly is happening? Patient psychology when it comes to filler complications & filler dissolving Post-hyaluronidase syndrome Filler dissolving techniques LISTEN TO PART 2 BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON Starting from episode 265 you'll notice that a proportion of our episodes are now divided into two parts: Part 1 is free & available on any podcast app Part 2 is exclusive for subscribers to our Patreon and these episodes are only available on Spotify for now Once you've joined Patreon, here's a guide on how to set things up in Patreon to access the subscriber-only episodes CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH US Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss a sponsored podcast idea Maybe you'd like to set up an IA Offer (a special discount for our listeners) Reward and gift your most loyal & valued customers with an annual subscription to our Patreon CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON OUR PODCAST CONTACT US Subscribe to IA on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to IA on Spotify Follow Dr Jake on Instagram  Follow David on Instagram

Episode 269 hosts Dr Kate Goldie, a Cosmetic Physician from London, UK. Kate is a globally-renowned speaker and KOL for Merz Aesthetics. She has lectured in over 75 countries and is a thought leader in aesthetics. She has a particular interest in regenerative medicine and is leading research into how to best use Radiesse (by Merz Aesthetics).  In our 'Masterclass Series' we host global experts with significant experience to teach us about fillers, bio-stimulators, bio-remodellers, polynucleotides, exosomes and other products. (For toxin insights, check out our other mini-series, 'The Tox Talks') In Chapter 2 - Part 1 (free and available on any podcast app) we discuss: What regenerative aesthetics means to injectors How and why our skin ages The role of fibroblasts How structure defines function in skin aging The role of collagen and elastin Pre-juvenation An introduction to calcium hydroxyapatite In Chaper 2 - Part 2 (exclusive for subscribers to our Patreon) we explore: Calcium hydroxyapatite as a material  What Radiesse is How Sculptra differs to Radiesse The concept of hyperdiluted Radiesse and how to do it The difference between different hyperdilution ratios Protocols to treat the face, the neck and body Combination treatments with Radiesse and other injectables LISTEN TO PART 2 NOW BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON Starting from Episode 265 selected future episodes will be divided into two parts: Part 1 will be free & available on any podcast app Part 2 will be exclusive for subscribers to our Patreon and these episodes are only available on Spotify for now CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS Take advantage of our Vita Sol offer - save 10% of any order Take advantage of our Bacteriostatic water offer - buy 10 vials of bacteriostatic (preserved) saline and get 5 free = save another 10% off! CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH IA Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss a sponsored podcast idea Maybe you'd like to set up an IA Offer (a special discount for our listeners) Reward and gift your most loyal & valued customers with an annual subscription to our Patreon CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON IA Do you have a great story for an 'Injector Diaries' episode? Would you like to share your business model and strategies on a 'Business of Injecting' episode? Do you have exceptional experience with toxins and want to do a 'Tox Talks' episode? Are you a leading expert using fillers, polynucleotides, exosomes or other injectbale products and want to contribute to our 'Masterclass Series' series? Has something especially got your attention on social media that's worth delving into on a 'What's trending in aesthetics? episode? 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 268 hosts Dr Steven Weiner, a Facial Plastic Surgeon from Florida, USA.  Back on July 11th, Steve and another previous IA guest April Harrison did an Instagram Live together where they discussed their thoughts and aproach to botulinum toxin resistance in their own patients - including a very novel (and controversial!) approach to using hyaluronidase to 'cure' it. In our 'What's trending in Aesthetics?' episodes we cover topics that have got injectors talking on social media or been in the news. We'll cover controversies, big stories and themes that affect our speciality. In Chapter 5 Part 1 (free for listeners on any podcast app), we explore: Botulinum toxin resistance Theories around what happens with the immune system to cause toxin resistance The issue of 'pseudo-resistance' How to approach suspected toxin resistance in patients  In Chapter 5 Part 2 (exclusive for subscribers to our Patreon and only available on Spotify) we cover: The background to why they looked at using hyaluronidase for toxin resistance April's toxin resistance case Steve's theories about how hyaluronidase might work LISTEN TO PART 2 BY SUBSCRIBING TO OUR PATREON Starting from episode 265 you'll notice that a proportion of our episodes are now divided into two parts: Part 1 is free & available on any podcast app Part 2 is exclusive for subscribers to our Patreon and these episodes are only available on Spotify for now Once you've joined Patreon, here's a guide on how to set things up in Patreon to access the subscriber-only episodes CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS Save money, access special promotions and more! CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH IA Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss a sponsored podcast idea Maybe you'd like to set up an IA Offer (a special discount for our listeners) Reward and gift your most loyal & valued customers with an annual subscription to our Patreon CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON IA Do you have a great story for an 'Injector Diaries' episode? Would you like to share your business model and strategies on a 'Business of Injecting' episode? Do you have exceptional experience with toxins and want to do a 'Tox Talks' episode? Are you a leading expert using fillers, polynucleotides, exosomes or other injectbale products and want to contribute to our 'Masterclass Series' series? Has something especially got your attention on social media that's worth delving into on a 'What's trending in aesthetics? episode? 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 267 hosts Dr John Delaney & Dr John Holbrook, the founders of Fresh Clinics.  In this episode we discuss: Who Fresh Clinics are and how they successfully disrupted the Australian injecting market Their thoughts about the new Australian regulations and what it means for injectors The software that Fresh Clinics created to allow for seamless and legally-compliant remote prescribing  Their future plans to launch a Fresh CRM software for complete clinic management Fresh's expansion to Texas, USA and how American injectors attitudes differ  ***COMPETITION NEWS*** In partnership with Fresh Clinics, anyone who purchases a ticket to their 'Fresh Life Conference' (being held in Byron Bay, Oct 29-31 2024), Fresh Clinics will randomly draw 10 winners for an annual subscription to our Patreon. (and if you're already signed up, you'll get an extra year!) Follow Fresh Clinics on Instagram for the announcement of the winners by September 6th! JOIN OUR PATREON & GET ACCESS TO: Weekly education Our eight WhatsApp chats for 24/7 support and advice Subscriber-only episodes CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS Check out our Global IA Offers to save money on bacteriostatic saline & water! Check out our Singpaore IA Offers to save on a new Cadaver course! Check out our UK IA Offers to save money on ultrasound training! CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON IA Do you have a great story for an 'Injector Diaries' episode? Would you like to share your business model and story on a 'Business of Injecting' episode? Are you a global leader and want to contribute to our 'Tox Talks' mini-series? Has something especially got your attention on social media that's worth delving into on a 'What's trending in aesthetics? episode? CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY AND WANT TO WORK WITH IA Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss one or more sponsored podcast ideas Maybe you'd like to set up an IA Offer (a discount for our listeners) Reward and gift your most loyal and valued customers with an annual subscription to our Patreon 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 266 hosts Dr Rebecka Gardell, a Medical Doctor from Stockholm, Sweden. Rebecka joins us in the 22nd Chapter of our series called 'The Injector Diaries'. These episodes feature in depth conversations, stories and experiences from injectors around the globe. Each injector brings their own unique take on things and we showcase every level of type 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 aim to inspire our injector listeners. JOIN OUR PATREON & GET ACCESS TO: Subscriber-only episodes Weekly education Our WhatsApp Community for 24/7 support & advice CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS Check out our Global IA Offers to save money on bacteriostatic saline & water! Check out our Singpaore IA Offers to save on a new Cadaver course! Check out our UK IA Offers to save money on ultrasound training! CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON IA Do you have a great story for an 'Injector Diaries' episode? Would you like to share your business model and strategies on a 'Business of Injecting' episode? Are you a global leader and want to contribute to our 'Tox Talks' mini-series? Has something especially got your attention on social media that's worth delving into on a 'What's trending in aesthetics? episode? CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY AND WANT TO WORK WITH IA Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss one or more sponsored podcast ideas Maybe you'd like to set up an IA Offer (a discount for our listeners) Reward and gift your most loyal and valued customers with an annual subscription to our Patreon 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 265 hosts Dr Ben Talei, a Plastic Surgeon from Los Angeles, USA. In Part 1 (free for listeners on any podcast app), we cover: Our latest Patreon & podcast news including our new subscriber-only episodes (See below for more information) Ben's background (previously on episode 173) both as a surgeon but also how he learnt to inject Facial aging and what happens to the different layers The impact of our teeth and orthodontic techniques on facial aesthetics What collagen and elastin are Ben's views on 'collagen stimulation' and why he feels it's disingenuously marketed His approach to face lift surgery and how this has changed over time His attitude to the role of injectables In Part 2 (available on Spotify and exclusive only for subscribers to our Patreon), we discuss: What Ben sees in surgical cases after bio-stimulators have been used Histology results vs macro-changes that can be seen in surger 'Filler fatigue' His thoughts about how Sculptra should be used vs how injectors market it His thoughts about how calcium hydroxyapatite fillers should be used vs how injectors market these Why he firmly believes that bio-stimulatory products are problematic in facial surgery Why Ben believes that the dermis should be treated by other means instead of bio-stimulators Ben's attitude to social media and teaching patients through this channel Permanent fillers and Ben's caution about ever using these SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON & LISTEN TO PART 2 NOW Starting from this episode, many of our episodes will now divided into two parts: Part 1 is be free & available on any podcast app Part 2 is exclusive for subscribers to our Patreon and these episodes are only available on Spotify (We're working on an Apple Podcasts solution!) Once you've joined Patreon, here's a guide on how to set things up in Patreon to access the subscriber-only episodes CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS Check out our Global IA Offers including: Bacteriostatic water and preserved saline ($30 extra for global shipping) Clinical Imaging: get a professional solution for your patient photogrpahy CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH IA Contact us if you'd like to: Discuss a sponsored podcast idea Maybe you'd like to set up an IA Offer (a special discount for our listeners) Reward and gift your most loyal & valued customers with an annual subscription to our Patreon CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON IA Do you have a great story for an 'Injector Diaries' episode? Would you like to share your business model and strategies on a 'Business of Injecting' episode? Do you have exceptional experience with toxins and want to do a 'Tox Talks' episode? Are you a leading expert using fillers, polynucleotides, exosomes or other injectbale products and want to contribute to our 'Masterclass Series' series? Has something especially got your attention on social media that's worth delving into on a 'What's trending in aesthetics? episode? 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