Whenever we think about skincare treatments, fillers, or plastic surgery, we assume it's rooted in vanity. But it's not always about perfecting the human body to live up to some archetypal beauty standard. Sometime's it's about bringing you back to YOU.

When we scroll through our Instafeeds full of big, pillowy lips, there's no surprise that you want in. A perfect pout is easy to get these days and it's growing in popularity.

What does it mean to be aesthetically pleasing as a woman? Is it symmetry? Full lips and high cheek bones? And, who gets to decide whether or not you are aesthetically pleasing? Men? You? Is it anti-feminist to invest in your appearance? These are all questions that I’ve encountered during my career in aesthetics and time spent in arts education.