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Fox News
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Jennifer Garner admits Botox 'doesn't work very well' for her as she shares cautious approach to injectables
Jennifer Garner is getting candid about her experience with injectables and use of Botox. During a recent interview with Harper's Bazaar, the 53-year-old actress shared her thoughts on plastic surgery and revealed that she has tried Botox but was displeased with the results of the cosmetic procedure. "As far as injectables go, I think just find somebody fantastic and proceed with caution," Garner shared. "I don't do a ton, and Botox doesn't work very well for me; that's why I wear bangs a lot." "I like to be able to move my forehead, and it's such a big part of my face," she added. "I have, like, a five-head," the "Alia" alum quipped. Garner also told Harper's Bazaar that she has considered plastic surgery, but she was advised against it by medical professionals. "I don't judge whatever makes anyone look or feel their best," she said. "I haven't needed it yet, but I can't say that I haven't said to doctors before, 'Do I need to do this?'" "And I've had really nice doctors who have just been like, 'No,'" Garner recalled. However, Garner admitted that she hasn't ruled out potentially going under the knife in the future. "God only knows 10 years from now what the conversation will be. I'm not there yet," she said. The "Daredevil" actress explained that she believes sunscreen is crucial to maintaining a youthful appearance, noting that she was glad that she began protecting herself from the sun early in life. "As someone who was not a sunbather in my 20s — I just didn't have that patience — I luckily did wear sunscreen. I can tell you, the products have only gotten better, every single iteration, every single year, and I'm grateful for them now that I'm in my 50s," Garner said. During her interview with Harper's Bazaar, Garner also reflected on whether there is a part of her appearance she has come to love more as she has aged. "Part of the gift of being my mother's daughter is that I haven't spent a lot of time stressing about my physical appearance," the actress said. "I don't spend a lot of time in the mirror." "Sometimes I could spend more time in the mirror; I'm sure I've had things in my teeth or a bump in my hair," Garner acknowledged.. "So there are pluses and minuses to it." "If you look through, like, the last 20-plus years of paparazzi pictures of me, you would see images and say, 'You would be best served by spending more time thinking about what you look like,'" she joked. "But the flip side of that is that I'm not really that stressed about aging or things changing," she continued. "I have my moments, of course, where I'll look in the monitor at work and be like, 'Who is that? Ah, that's me!'" "But I think less is more, as far as focusing on yourself too much in that way. What are you going to do? I want to age. I want to live to be 100. I don't expect to look at 100 like I look today. I want to wear every single bit of those 100 years and feel great about them." While speaking with the outlet, Garner shared that she is content with being her age and does not wish that she was younger. "I'm very grateful to be exactly this age," the mother of three said. "I'm trying to soak it up. I feel like I'm living in my power. I'm living in my wisdom. I'm living in my joy and my capacity to do and get things done. So I'm just very aware of my luck and the grace that's been shown to me." During a 2022 interview with Elle, Garner shared words of caution for young women who were considering getting fillers. "My advice is to look at the mirror less and be cautious when it comes to injecting anything into your face," she said. "Be very, very incredibly judicious and wait as absolutely long as possible to add anything. Don't think that you're 37 and you need to be shooting up your face." While speaking with People magazine in March 2024, the Golden Globe Award winner opened up about how she embraces aging. "Honestly, mostly, I am grateful just to be alive," Garner said. "And I'm grateful for the wisdom that I've gleaned out of these years and really grateful to be able to watch other women go through this process of life so gracefully." The "!3 Going on #0" star also reflected on her advice for young women who fear growing older. "'Take care of yourself, but don't be scared.' Aging is a gift,'" she said.
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Olivia Attwood has warned injectable cosmetic treatments are a 'national issue' while anti-aging methods have become 'dystopian'
Olivia Attwood has warned of a 'national issue' when it comes to injectable cosmetic procedures and the 'dystopian' future of anti-ageing right around the corner. The Love Island star, 34, fronts a documentary, Price of Perfection, which explores the cosmetics industry and in her second series, the technique of using injectables for weight loss is explored. In an interview with MailOnline, Olivia said: 'There are a lot of people injecting a lot of stuff into themselves and when you actually ask the questions about what's in them, they don't have the answer. 'That highlights a national issue which is really important we put a light on. At worst these things are dangerous and at best it's salt and water that you're injecting and you're basically just washing your money down the drain. 'Either way, people need to be informed about what they are putting in their bodies.' The former TOWIE star was speaking in reference to Lemon Bottle Fat Dissolving - an injectable cosmetic treatment which allegedly combines Vitamin B2 and other natural ingredients to accelerate the metabolism of fat cells. The process promises 'minimal swelling and minimal pain' and can cost up to £250 at a clinic but when asked by Olivia in the ITV show, several professionals did not truly know what was in bottles. She said: 'It was a double-edged sword because I hated the fact she [the clinician] couldn't answer the questions because I'm like, we have to tell this story now, but obviously it didn't look great.' When asked about Kris Jenner's alleged facelift, which has left fans reeling at her new look, Olivia said: 'I mean, she looks fantastic, it's unbelievable. 'Work is becoming so sophisticated now, so undetectable. There are so many things that are happening on the surgery table like facelifts, fat grafting, and stem cells that are literally turning back the clock. 'It's dystopian, it's very exciting to watch the industry develop at such a fast rate and there's no limits to what we'll see in the next 10 years in terms of scientific development of anti-aging procedures.' Olivia is open about her personal cosmetic surgeries and revealed she does not regret any apart from her first boob job which she admitted: ' Went too far, I went too big, also with my lips.' The TV star has always been incredibly candid with her 2million plus fanbase about having veneers, lip filler, and Botox to maintain the look that got her noticed by Love Island producers (pictured on Love Island in 2017) On her advice to teenage girls navigating the ever-developing work of cosmetic procedures, the reality star said: 'It's important to remember that the Kardashians are living in a world where the way they look is their whole life. 'They're photographed thousands of times a day and they probably have their own body hang-ups from the world that they are in. 'So it's all about pulling yourself out of your phone, out of Instagram and understanding that real people - I hate that expression - don't look like that and I think detach ourselves from Hollywood a little bit.' Her final parting words were: 'Don't do anything for trends. Just because things are fashionable at this one time don't let that influence you. 'Ask yourself, am I doing this because I want to look like someone else or because it's something that genuinely bothers me, and that's a hard conversation to have.'
Forbes
27-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Inside The Global Rise Of Injectables As A Form Of Self-Care
Fueled by new data and shifting cultural values, injectables are being redefined—not as vanity, but as a personalized pathway to confidence, wellness, and long-term care. Modern woman receives botulinum toxin injections in a cosmetology clinic, patient is provided with ... More maximum comfort and attention In a cultural climate where beauty and self-care are undergoing radical reevaluation, the aesthetic medicine industry—particularly injectables—is shifting beyond superficial treatments to address deeper themes of identity, confidence and empowerment. At the center of this evolution is Dr. Shannon Humphrey, a Canadian board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, faculty member at the University of British Columbia, and one of the most respected voices in the field of aesthetic dermatology. In a recent conversation supported by Merz Aesthetics, Dr. Humphrey offered a detailed look at how both language and access are reshaping the future of care—particularly for underserved and underrepresented communities. Merz Aesthetics is a global leader in medical aesthetics, driving innovation in injectables and confidence-driven care. 'The benefit we bring our patients is far more than skin deep,' says Dr. Humphrey. 'We're supporting people to live more fulfilled and empowered lives. That impact is emotional, psychological and physical.' The conversation is grounded in findings from Merz Aesthetics' recent Pillars of Confidence study, a global research initiative surveying more than 15,000 adults across 17 countries. Among the most surprising takeaways: only 26% of respondents reported feeling societal pressure to pursue aesthetic treatments. Instead, the majority indicated that their motivation stemmed from a desire to align their outward appearance with how they feel internally. Dr. Shannon Humphrey, a Canadian board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, faculty member at the ... More University of British Columbia. This shift underscores a broader redefinition of beauty—one less rooted in conformity and more grounded in autonomy. A growing number of patients are viewing aesthetic treatments not as vanity projects, but as acts of intentional wellness. The Merz study further amplified this connection between confidence and aesthetics with several key findings: According to Dr. Humphrey, this data is echoed daily in her clinical experience. 'There's a common patient profile we see—women who have spent years giving to others and are only now turning their attention inward,' she says. 'These treatments allow them to prioritize their wellbeing, not from a place of vanity, but from self-worth.' Woman in consultation with a doctor aesthetician This insight holds particular significance for Black and Brown women, who have long been marginalized within the beauty and wellness industries. 'Rest and rejuvenation haven't always been accessible to all groups, particularly women of color,' she explains. 'But self-care should not be seen as a luxury. Aesthetic medicine, when done right, can play a role in restoring agency and honoring one's identity.' Dr. Humphrey also stresses that the language used in the aesthetic space plays a crucial role in how treatments are perceived. In particular, the term filler is one she believes needs to be retired. 'In aesthetic medicine, the terminology used to describe a treatment can shape the way it is perceived by patients and healthcare providers alike,' she says. 'It's time to rethink the use of 'filler,' an antiquated term that grossly undermines the high level of skill and precision required for the safe and effective use of a hyaluronic acid (HA) gel.' Dr. Shannon Humphrey, leading Global insights on aesthetics and self affirmation via Merz Aesthetics In her published case study, Language Matters: Rethinking the Use of 'Filler', Dr. Humphrey writes: 'Although the origin of this terminology reflects the intention of its use when it was first pioneered—to fill a line or a fold—the use of HA gels has evolved to include any number of indications, from revolumizing, refining contours, balancing proportions, improving skin quality, and many more. It is time to re-examine outdated terminology and choose accurate words to better inform new injectors and our patients. HA gels are the cornerstone of facial rejuvenation.' While the Merz study reflects encouraging shifts in patient motivations and attitudes, Dr. Humphrey acknowledges that the industry still faces a major gap in clinical research equity. Despite the growing global demand for aesthetic procedures, 85% of clinical study participants remain white women—limiting the generalizability of data across diverse patient populations. 'Representation in clinical trials is critical,' she says. 'The anatomy, concerns, and goals of patients can differ widely across ethnic backgrounds. Without diverse data, it becomes difficult to confidently tailor treatment plans for all patients.' She applauds Merz for their ongoing commitment to inclusivity—not only in research and data, but in public partnerships with figures such as Salma Hayek and Teyana Taylor, whose openness about their aesthetic journeys is helping to normalize these conversations for broader audiences. NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 20: Teyana Taylor attends the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards at Radio City Music ... More Hall on August 20, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by) For consumers navigating the increasingly transparent world of aesthetics, understanding the treatment landscape is key. Dr. Humphrey outlines the three core categories: While patients are increasingly educated, Dr. Humphrey underscores that the best treatment decisions should always be made collaboratively with a qualified provider. 'You don't need to walk in with all the answers,' she says. 'You need to walk in with a provider you trust—someone who understands your goals and identity and who can design a plan that evolves with you over time.' Shot of a beautiful young woman having a botox session against a grey background As the industry continues to evolve, supported by data like Merz Aesthetics' Pillars of Confidence and thought leaders like Dr. Humphrey, aesthetic medicine—especially injectables—is steadily moving toward a future where beauty is personal, purposeful and truly inclusive. Dr. Humphrey's 360 model of care reflects a growing shift in aesthetic medicine—from short-term fixes to long-term, relationship-based planning that prioritizes psychological and emotional wellness alongside physical enhancements. 'When patients are treated with intention,' she says, 'they don't just leave looking refreshed—they leave feeling seen.'
Daily Mail
19-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
I've lost four stone on Mounjaro so I can have IVF - and here's exactly what experts have told me to do to keep it off: From the secret ingredient that curbs hunger to the supplement that's 'nature's Ozempic'...
I never imagined that coming off a medication could feel like stepping off a cliff. But here I am, bracing for the freefall. For the past 17 months, two injectable weight loss drugs – Wegovy (the version of Ozempic licensed for weight management) and Mounjaro – have done what no diet, therapy, or burst of willpower ever could: they didn't just quiet the chaos in my head around food, they erased it.
