Is Botox really “stopping working”? Are med spas safe? And why are celebrities starting to regret cosmetic procedures?

In this episode of The Beauty Standard, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Roy Kim pulls back the curtain on the modern aesthetic industry — from Botox resistance myths and med spa safety gaps to celebrity surgery regret and the rising risks of DIY injectables.

Drawing on reporting from Women’s Health, Allure, Men’s Health, People, US Weekly, the CDC, Medscape, and NewBeauty, Dr. Kim explains:

• Why true Botox immunity is extremely rare
• How dilution and poor technique create “fake resistance”
• The real safety risks inside unregulated med spas
• CDC-reported botulism cases from self-injected toxins
• Kylie Jenner’s public regrets and the cultural shift around plastic surgery
• Post-weight-loss loose skin surgery in the Ozempic era
• Private equity’s growing control over surgical centers
• Expert-approved exfoliation tips for safe, healthy glow

This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering cosmetic treatments who values patient safety, transparency, and long-term health.

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