This week's episode we delve into the patient perspective whilst interviewing Sophie Mclelland. Sophie was called monkey ears once in primary school and ever since has felt self conscious about her ears until this last month... when she underwent a non-surgical otoplasty or more commonly known as having your ears 'pinned back'. This episode talks through why Sophie wanted this procedure, what the procedure entails and also what recovery is like.
Nov 16, 2020•21 min
We've heard it all before... you are what you eat! But this has never been more true. Your skin is often considered a mirror of what is going on in your gut internally and can be a huge contributor to acne or the texture/tone of your skin. Today we talk all things GUT with co-founders Cate Lilja and Karissa Mather about their Complete Skin Food Elixir- Optima nutricosmetics. Cate and Karissa used their industry knowledge in developing nutraceutical products, in conjunction with extensive custome...
Nov 09, 2020•36 min
Did you know that before botox and fillers .. collagen used to be injected into patients? Or that Botox dates all the way back to the 1800s... we discuss this and much more with Dr Peter Bakaric from the Collagen Face Centre in Sydney who answers all of our pressing questions on cosmetic injectables. From what to expect at your injectables appointment, to how to get the most out of your treatments this episode is filled with knowledge and lols. You can find Dr Bakaric on instagram at: https://ww...
Nov 02, 2020•33 min
Thinking about doing a juice cleanse? Yes... we bought into the hype around having nothing but juice for a number of days to cleanse/reset your gut! Yes.. it's was fckn hard. In this episode we talk about our experience, tips/tricks, and things we wished we knew! If you liked this episode be sure to leave a review or slide into our DMS - we could do more review episodes like this. You can find the cleanse we tried at: https://solcleanse.com Or on their instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/s...
Oct 27, 2020•30 min
This week, we invite one of our OG's back to the show, Dr Fadi Yassmin, to celebrate the opening of his hot new clinic: FY Smile in Double Bay, Sydney. In this episode, we recount our recent experience with teeth whitening, dive deep into veneers and learn the difference between Invisalign and traditional braces. Wait.. it doesn't stop there, we ask all the questions your dying to hear from how to stop teeth grinding, to is flossing and mouth wash necessary and what helps solves bad breathe!? Wh...
Oct 19, 2020•41 min
In this week's episode we talk with longtime friend and yogi bear Rachael Roberts. Rach is a 23 year old social worker who recently completed over 500 hours of yoga teaching in the Himilayan Foothills! This episode is different to our normal episodes... Rach shares her journey of self discovery through yoga and other practices. Where usually we focus on cosmetic enhancements which alter your exterior, this week we take a different angle. We discuss the importance of practicing self love, and hea...
Oct 12, 2020•37 min
In honour of breast cancer month, this week's episode we interview Niki Cirillo on cosmetic tattooing. Nikki does a variety of cosmetic tattoos; from eyebrows to lips, blush, eyeliner and more! However most notably she is able to create a 3D nipple for breast cancer patients who have undergone a mastectomy. Nikki also talks about how she is able to perform scar camouflaging through use of dry needling and cosmetic tattoos. You can find her insta here: https://www.instagram.com/procosmediq/?hl=en...
Oct 05, 2020•37 min
This week we are joined by Co-Founder of TBH Skincare: Rachel Tyers. Rach opens up about her acne journey, and how she fell into her dream job of launching a revolutionary, medically vetted acne treatment range. This week, we get personal. Rach shares with us her battle with acne and talks about what worked for her and what didn't. This includes stumbling across the patented formula that is now TBH skincare! An episode not to be missed. Want to fight your acne away for good? You can find TBH Ski...
Sep 28, 2020•31 min
Spoiler alert... Katelin tried lip filler! This week.. Ella (in the pink suit) interviews Katelin (in the yellow suit) about her first experience with lip fillers. We talk about every juicy detail, and Katelin shares some things that surprised her about the procedure! Have you ever wondered if you can feel lip filler while kissing? or if a big night on the sauce really causes your lips to swell? Well buckle-up because you're about to find out. To learn more about cosmetic enhancements, beauty, a...
Sep 14, 2020•33 min
Brows and lashes are a girls best friend Anyone else feel INSTANTLY better after having their brows & lashes done?! WE DO. This week we talk about instant beauty with Boss Babe Stephanie Romano - one of the co-founders of Brow and Lash Co. From brow lamination, to whether you're better suited for a lash lift or lash extensions - we cover it all! And we have a good laugh along the way!! Brow & Lash Co has salons in Melbourne, Sydney and Byron Bay. ** FYI 50% off all treatments in Sydney u...
Sep 07, 2020•40 min
Cans, bazookas, cannons, tatas, 'the girls', You guessed it! This week we are talking tits! We were lucky to be joined on this week's podcast by none other than a coupla of Melbourne's best plastic surgeons: Dr. Richard Bloom and Dr. Kim Taylor. Implants, fat grafting, Breast implant illness - Tune in, we got you covered! We even busted a few myths along the way....most important of which was that not wearing a bra is absolutely FINE for your ta tas - straight from the doctors mouth.. So plz plz...
Aug 31, 2020•53 min
This saying doesn't discriminate with age, nor gender. In today's episode we deep dive into the world of cosmetic enhancements through unfiltered chat with Christa Billich (Ex. Real housewives star, and one of the first people in Australia to get botox) and Tommy (A ditzy, opinionated and often uncouth Drag Queen). We get to the bottom of why people get cosmetic enhancements, and chat about our varying perspectives and personal experiences. With our fabulous guests, you are guaranteed to be ente...
Aug 24, 2020•47 min
Lasers lasers lasers..... WHERE DO WE START! It's such a big topic.... and let me tell you - there's just about a laser treatment for every concern; whether it be for hair removal or a skin blemish. In this tell-all episode we are lucky to be joined by the one and only Laser Guru - Katie Budd. How effective is laser on pigmentation? Can you laser stretch marks? Can I permanently remove my freckles? DON'T WORRY - we've go you covered. Katie answers all the above and more. Chuck Katie a follow at:...
Aug 17, 2020•37 min
Yes, the saying rings true!!! You ARE what you eat. This week, the beautiful Meg Grenenger from SKIIN X Joh Bailey joins Cosmechix to share her expertise on gut health and its direct link to our skin. With over 25 years experience as a Dermal Esthetician, Meg gives insight into the foods that promote a healthy gut and skin and the foods we should be avoiding.... thank god chocolate made the cut (80% dark cacao that is...). So if you have been struggling with your skin and tried EVERYTHING, we gu...
Aug 10, 2020•47 min
Today, we talk with THE Dr. Joseph Ajaka from Cosmos Clinic (Sydney). With over fifteen years experience in cosmetic procedures, Dr Ajaka is a leader in his field - offering his patients the most effective and latest innovations in cosmetic procedures He is well known for his mastering of 'designer derrieres' (aka Brazilian But Lifts) or perhaps BEST known as those Kimmy K booooooootyyyyys. Dr. Ajaka explains just HOW you can get that perfect S curve body you've always dreamed of.... In this epi...
Aug 03, 2020•32 min
We are kicking off SZN 2 with a BANG, discussing the topic on everyones mind: cosmetic injectables. Crystal Goode from La Rue Lab joins us and shares her years of valuable knowledge from working in the beauty industry. This episode is a TELL ALL! As we ask everything you could EVER wonder about botox and fillers so strap in!! SPOILER alert: Botox is the name of a brand!?! And not the name of a treatment. You will learn this.. and much more in this jam packed episode. Crystal's website: https://w...
Jul 27, 2020•51 min
Welcome back to Season 2. For those of you who have not met us, here is a little intro on who we are and what we are doing. Join us as we uncover the world of cosmetic enhancements in conversations with the experts. Don't forget to subscribe! And we have left the links to our instagram and private Facebook below. Katelin and Ella x Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmechix_/?hl=en Join our private Facebook community to ask questions/recommendations: COSMECHIX COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook...
Jul 27, 2020•4 min
Earlier this year I visited the Oxygenetix HQ in LA! I was fortunate enough to spend time with the Oxy fam and the CEO, Kort Pearson. In this never before heard episode we go into details on the history of the product, and Kort offers a differing perspective as the CEO and one of the founders of the company.
Jun 22, 2020•18 min
Make-up that heals your skin whilst you wear it?? YES PLEASE! This week we speak with Sophia Knapp from Oxygenetix, California about this breathable, clean foundation that can be put on straight after injectables, chemical peels, laser... you name it! And did we mention you can sleep in it, go to the gym in it and train in it - and still look flawless! Often referred to as "Hollywoods Best Kept Secret" we discuss why celebrities such as Kourtney Kardashian and Margot Robbie use nothing else! The...
Jun 22, 2020•27 min
In this week's episode we speak with world renowned make-up artist Rae Morris. Not only does Rae share stories of her exciting career and some of the famous faces she has worked with but she talks about the convergence we are currently seeing between the world of cosmetic enhancements and make-up. Rae actually went head to head, make-up vs filler, with leading plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Liew to see who could make a 40 year old patient look younger... Tune in to hear who won!!
Jun 15, 2020•41 min
Have you ever walked into a skin clinic and felt overwhelmed by the choices?! WE HAVE! In today's episode we tackle skincare with Meg Grenenger the director of SKIIN By Joh Bailey. Meg talks us through her personal skin journey and in particular the importance of gut health stressing "you really are what you eat" and recommending foods one can eat to naturally increase collagen. She then walks us through various ways to approach acne and touches on the medical grade machines and treatments found...
Jun 08, 2020•42 min
This week we speak with fully trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Marc Seifman from Melbourne. Dr. Seifman works in both the public and private sector so talks about what he has been doing over the COVID period whilst there have been no cosmetic surgeries. We then take a particular focus on Liposuction. We did a poll on Instagram and this is what you guys wanted to hear about! And being the second most popular cosmetic surgery world-wide, we thought we'd dial in the expert and learn a...
Jun 01, 2020•34 min
This week is all about finding YO balance! Content creator Christie Swadling joins us in the studio, opening up about her struggle with anorexia and the habits she implemented to transform her mindset and get her on the road to recovery. Through establishing a healthy relationship with herself and the way she perceives her body Christie has turned her life around and now intends to share this story as much as possible to help others. We also discuss the reasons behind her decision to have a boob...
May 25, 2020•42 min
In this episode we speak with the fabulous Paras the practitioner and patient as he talks about his experiences with a whole variety of skin treatments. Having worked in the beauty industry for over 4 years Paras talks to us about what is trending, what works, and what he thinks you should steer clear whilst sharing his personal experiences, having faced struggles of his own with cystic acne. Tune in for a good laugh and some interesting insights into the varying skin treatments available and so...
May 18, 2020•46 min
In this week we had the pleasure of chatting with the inspiring Dr. Malcolm Linsell on the celebrity effect and whether it causes inspiration or perspiration. The episode starts with Dr. Linsell telling us the gripping tale of how he got into plastic surgery and talking about one particular life he was able to change forever. We then discuss the presence of photo editing, and controlled paparazzi images that expose the fact that what we see in the media is not necessarily real. We also discuss a...
May 11, 2020•37 min
In this bonus episode, Amanda aka a #drmgirl talks us through the Mummy Makeover. All that is involved pre-operation from preparing yourself physically and making sure you children understand, to post-operation after care. If you are thinking about getting a Mummy Makeover you're definitely going to want to listen to this first.
May 09, 2020•22 min
In anticipation of Mother's day, tune in as we are joined in the studio by the infamous Dr. Miroshnik to learn about the Mummy Makeover. In this episode we talk through the different variations of what a Mummy Makeover involves and how Dr. Miroshnik is able to restore your pre-baby body. Incidentally, we also went live for the first time during this episode and so were able to take questions in real time from our listeners.
May 04, 2020•39 min
Meet the beautiful: Cassiopeia from Denver, Colorado. In this episode she takes us on a journey, telling us the good, the bad, and the ugly in relation to her recent plastic surgery in Mexico. During this visit, she had a breast lift, breast augmentation, lips 360, muscle repair, tummy tuck, arm liposuction and arm lift. Tune in as she opens up about what it's like to be a travelling patient, and the complications that arose. But what she ultimately shares is the importance of self love and alig...
Apr 27, 2020•35 min
We had the pleasure of seeing Dr Jack Zoumaras present at Cosmedicon earlier this year on a topic very close to our heart: Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Since then, we have been on a mission to get him into the studio to chat about this important topic. Dr Zouramas discusses BDD aswell as depression and anxiety in association with cosmetic enhancements. If you, or anyone you know is suffering You can contact the following phone numbers: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Butterly foundation:1800 33 4673 Beyon...
Apr 20, 2020•35 min
In this bonus episode we had the pleasure of chatting with Heidi, founder of Pure You Concierge Pure - a service which offers clients pre and post-operative care services via tailored, personal packages. Check out our Youtube and IGTV to see what to expect in one of her Recovery Packs!
Apr 17, 2020•6 min
