What defines beauty is constantly changing—did you know that today, some people actually request a hump on their nose?

In this episode of the You Are Beautiful Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Ivy Ran. Dr. Ran is a fellowship-trained plastic surgeon and the founder and medical director of FlowMD Aesthetic Center & Ran Plastic Surgery. Her practice focuses on providing the same type of aesthetic care you would experience in Asia.

Together we'll explore how beauty standards evolve over time and across cultures. As beauty trends shift, our preferences change—like the increasing demand for a nose hump, which shows how diverse beauty ideals can be.

We discuss how these shifts influence the way we, as plastic surgeons, approach beauty and how cultural perspectives and trends shape the requests patients make today.

As beauty standards continue to evolve, we see a growing need to balance patient expectations with individual preferences, all while staying true to what’s truly beautiful for each person.

Connect with Dr. Ivy Ran:

https://www.instagram.com/dr2.ran/?hl=en

https://asian-aesthetics.com/

Connect with Dr. Jae Kim:

https://www.jaekimmd.com

https://linktr.ee/jaekimmd

*Disclaimer: Our content is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or health advice. Please consult with your doctor / healthcare provider if you have any questions about your medical condition.

In this episode of the You Are Beautiful podcast, we’re joined by JoAnn Fowler for a deep dive into the importance of clean beauty and the hidden dangers lurking in personal care products.

JoAnn is the Founder of SAPPHO New Paradigm, a trailblazing brand in clean beauty. With over 30 years as a makeup artist, including an Emmy nomination and a Leo Award win, she launched SAPPHO in 2008 while working on Showtime's The L Word. After battling industry norms and a legal fight to preserve her vision, JoAnn relaunched her company in 2016, focusing on transparency and sustainability.

Today, SAPPHO leads with innovative packaging and a commitment to PFAS-free products, staying true to JoAnn's mission of creating safe, vegan, cruelty-free cosmetics for the next generation.

Today's episode sheds light on the harmful chemicals found in everyday skincare and makeup, and why it's critical to be aware of what we put on our skin. As the largest organ, our skin absorbs everything it touches, making it essential to choose products that are safe and free from toxic ingredients.

Clean beauty is about transparency and protecting your health—because your skin deserves the best care!

Connect with JoAnn Fowler:

https://www.mysappho.com/

https://www.instagram.com/my_sappho/

Connect with Dr. Jae Kim:

https://www.jaekimmd.com

https://linktr.ee/jaekimmd

*Disclaimer: Our content is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or health advice. Please consult with your doctor / healthcare provider if you have any questions about your medical condition.

Patient safety is at the core of this conversation as we delve into the importance of ensuring aesthetic procedures are performed by qualified professionals.

Our guest, Dr. Rachael Degurse, highlights the alarming lack of regulation in some med spas and how it can lead to serious risks if treatments aren't handled properly. Dr. Rachael Degurse is a highly accomplished and compassionate board-certified physician with over 14 years of experience in her field. As a devoted mother, entrepreneur, and advocate for personal growth, she strives to empower individuals on their journey of evolution and transformation. With an unwavering commitment to patient care, Dr. Degurse combines her extensive medical knowledge with a genuine desire to guide others towards their own paths of self-discovery at Pearl Skin & Body Rejuvenation medical spa in Colorado Springs, CO.

In this episode, we explore the rising popularity of GLP-1 agonists and how they’re transforming patients' aesthetic journeys. Additionally, we discuss how sharing knowledge and techniques among colleagues can enhance patient outcomes and elevate the entire field of aesthetics.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Ozempic Face Revealed: https://youtu.be/TdIOk_ZruCQ?si=z3P0sZd5MbT1Pur5

Cheyenne Village: https://cheyennevillage.org/

Connect with Dr. Rachel Degurse:

https://pearlskinbody.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pearlskinbody/

https://www.facebook.com/pearlskinbody

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrachaeldegurse/

Connect with Dr. Jae Kim:

https://www.jaekimmd.com

https://linktr.ee/jaekimmd

*Disclaimer: Our content is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or health advice. Please consult with your doctor / healthcare provider if you have any questions about your medical condition.