The aesthetics industry may be intended to be an avenue for people to accentuate their most beautiful selves, but it is not always a positive space. In this episode, our in-house aestheticians discuss the uglier side of the industry, including unfriendly competition, social media's impossible standards of beauty, and how sometimes saying no to clients is the kindest choice. In this episode, Elizabeth and Lauren touch on... [6:00] Toxic employers and harmful competition. [14:47] The hidden unkindness often perpetuated by social media. [23:20] How beauty standards and widespread messaging can hurt more than help. [29:39] Treading carefully as a professional within the treatment space. SEGMENTS [03:37] Topic Discussion [42:05] Product Reviews [46:25] Game Follow DERMASCOPE: Instagram: @dermascope Facebook: facebook.com/dermascope TikTok: @dermascope Twitter: @dermascope Threads: @dermascope Additional Links: Follow Lauren Farmer: @blush_n_beauty_spa_ Follow Elizabeth Brasher: @theskingal