It's Within

Love them, hate them, don't want anything to do with them – they're still somehow there... 😬 Today we discuss Western beauty standards and unveil some of the crazy lengths the Kardashians have gone to for "perfection". They're the poster child of what seems to be 'beautiful' in the West, so we came to some realizations while comparing it to their k-pop idol counterparts that we discussed in the last episode. Let us know what you think below 🤪

Dr. Roger Seheult, a sleep specialist, discusses the importance of quality rest, ideal sleep duration, circadian rhythms, and tips for improving sleep habits. Topics include the impact of different sleep phases on beauty, changes in biological clock with age, and optimizing sleep quality through lighting and exercise.

Therapist Emma McAdam discusses how stress and anxiety impact sleep, offering strategies like cognitive behavioral therapy to address intrusive thoughts. Topics include defining emotions, managing stress throughout the day, improving sleep quality through relaxation, and techniques like scheduled worry for handling stress effectively.

Dive into the fascinating world of K-pop beauty secrets! Discover the intense beauty standards idols face, including cosmetic enhancements and their psychological toll. Explore the clash of Eastern and Western ideals and how social media shapes self-esteem. Uncover the skincare struggles of K-pop stars who juggle demanding schedules and heavy makeup. Finally, celebrate the push for natural beauty in an era dominated by digital perfection. This exploration reveals both the magic and the harsh realities behind glamorous facades!

We all wanna ✨look good✨ and have perfect skin right? Today Fel & Ro ask each other, ‘who are you really doing it for?’ Fel talks about her motivations of clearing acne-prone skin to fit in, Ro reminisces back on the days of NastyGal fashion trends and how we’re potentially dressing for the ‘male gaze’. What about self-less acts like gift giving? Are the subconscious intentions we have when doing altruistic acts of kindness? Where does the crave to ‘look pretty’, sense of belonging and feeling loved come from? All this and more in the conversation. Let us know your thoughts on the topic below! 📕 Fel's book mention: The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi: https://amzn.to/45eM0aS Episode 1: The ~darkside~ of skincare & self-care 👉 https://bwth.in/3rXoFvW Watch more on our Podcast Playlist 👉 https://bwth.in/itswithinplaylist The Beauty Within Podcast is also available on: 💖Spotify: https://bwth.in/itswithinspotify 💖Apple: https://bwth.in/itswithinapple If you enjoyed our Podcast episode, please help show us some love by giving us a like 👍, leaving a comment 💬 , or giving us a ⭐️rating on our podcast platforms so we can continue to bring you more insightful and amazing content! 🌸 Curious about our hosts’ jewelry pieces? Check out our Ana Luisa collab: 🌸https://shop.analuisa.com/BW Don't be a stranger 👻: Instagram: https://bwth.in/ig Felicia's IG: https://bwth.in/igfel Rowena's IG: https://bwth.in/igro Blog: https://bwth.in/blog Beauty Within explores the world of skincare, beauty and wellness. For business inquiries: collab@beautywithin.com

This podcast discusses skincare trends, the impact of social media on aging, and cultural approaches to aging. They also cover various anti-aging methods, the importance of sleep in Western and Chinese medicine, reflections on alcohol consumption and its effects on the skin, and the benefits of meditation for reducing stress and improving brain function.

In this episode, it's time to spill the beau-tea! We dive into the recent craze circling social media; all things beauty procedures and cosmetic surgery. We're talking specifically fillers, botox and buccal fat removal.   With the rise in these beauty trends, it opens up the conversation to some of the insecurities we faced growing up. Granted, it was before the time of social media (wheww!) because life is tough out there, with everyone being able to weigh in on how we look. We'll share our thoughts on building self-confidence, self-love, self-acceptance, and how these practices can help us find our beauty within.

Learn about the 6 skincare habits they wish they started earlier. They emphasize the importance of consistency in skincare and trusting intuition. Discover the beauty of simplicity in skincare and life. Explore the practice of meditation and embracing uniqueness. Delve into the phases of life and the importance of journey awareness in skincare.

The hosts discuss the challenges of balancing friendships, romantic relationships, and self-care. They explore finding balance in different aspects of life, maintaining an online presence, and the concept of self-evolution. They also address achieving balance between work and personal relationships, embracing being single, and the importance of communication in relationships.

Self-care's great, but what happens when it goes awry and no longer works for you? 😭In this episode, Fel and Ro's back to discuss the concept of self-care, shed some light on the not-so-frequently talked-about dark side, and share tips on developing healthy mindsets.   If you enjoyed our Podcast episode, please help show us some love by giving us a like 👍, leaving a comment 💬 , or giving us a ⭐️ rating on our podcast platforms so we can continue to bring you more insightful and amazing content! 🌸