Marching with Confidence

March 22, 2025

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Marching with Confidence – Celebrating Women, Beauty, and the Power of Choice

Here’s to strong women: may we know them, may we be them… and may we lift them up – with the help of a little lift here and there, if desired! 😄

March is a powerful month. As the world celebrates International Women’s Day and acknowledges the countless contributions of women across history, culture, science, and society, it’s also a time to reflect on something deeply personal: how women see themselves, and how they want to show up in the world.

At my practice, I’ve had the privilege of working with women from all walks of life—each with a unique story, a unique beauty, and a unique relationship with her reflection. And what I’ve learned is this: aesthetics isn’t about perfection—it’s about empowerment.

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What Does Aesthetics Mean to Women?

For some, it’s about reclaiming confidence after pregnancy. For others, it’s about ageing gracefully on their own terms. And for many, it’s just about doing something that feels like it’s for them, not their job, their kids, their partner, or anyone else.

Aesthetics is personal. It’s the quiet moment when a woman sees her reflection and smiles—not because she looks “flawless,” but because she looks like herself again. Or maybe a slightly more rested, sculpted, refreshed version. (We all love a good filter—this is just the real-life version.)

Plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine have evolved so much over the last decade. Today, it’s less about chasing extremes and more about subtle, thoughtful enhancements that reflect who you are, not who Instagram thinks you should be.

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So, What Are Women Really Asking For?

Let me tell you, the days of one-size-fits-all are long gone. Women are informed, curious, and fierce about making empowered choices.

Here are the top requests I see—and my take on them:

Natural-Looking Facial Rejuvenation

Whether it’s a mini facelift, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), or a subtle tweak with injectables, women today want to look like themselves, just a version that slept better and drinks more water (even if they don’t).

👉 Advice: Always start with a consultation that explores your facial structure, skin elasticity, and goals. Less is more when it comes to facial work—trust me, you want compliments like “you look so refreshed,” not “did you do something?”

The Post-Baby Body Confidence Boost

This is a big one. After kids, many women find that diet and exercise just don’t restore everything. Cue the “mommy makeover,” a combination of procedures like tummy tuck, breast lift, and sometimes liposuction.

👉 Advice: Don’t feel guilty for wanting your body back. It’s not vain—it’s valid. Wait at least six months post-partum and make sure you’re done breastfeeding before planning surgery.

Breast Surgery – Not Just for Enhancement

Breast augmentation is still popular, but I see just as many women for reductions, reconstructions, and lifts. It’s not always about size—it’s about symmetry, comfort, and confidence.

👉 Advice: Choose your surgeon carefully (hi there 👋). The goal is natural harmony with your body, not a one-size-fits-all implant.

Age on Your Own Terms

Women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s aren’t fading into the background—they’re running businesses, climbing mountains, starting new relationships, and sometimes, refreshing their necklines. Neck lifts, brow lifts, or skin-tightening treatments can help the outside catch up to the fierce fire inside.

👉 Advice: There’s no “right” age. Start when you feel the desire, not when society tells you to.

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A Note on Self-Love (Because It’s Not All Nip and Tuck)

We often talk about changing something as if that’s the only way to feel beautiful. But sometimes, it’s about celebrating what’s already there. A consultation doesn’t always lead to surgery – sometimes it leads to a deeper understanding of what you really want.

And hey, sometimes the only lift you need is a killer pair of heels, a great haircut, or a dance party in your living room.

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Why March Matters

This month, as we celebrate women’s voices, victories, and stories, let’s also celebrate the freedom to choose what makes us feel beautiful, whether it’s surgery, skincare, or simply saying “no thanks” to unrealistic beauty standards—your face, your body, your rules.

Plastic surgery should never be about fixing something that’s “wrong.” It should be about enhancing what’s already wonderfully, beautifully you. And if I can be a part of that journey—offering safe, ethical, and honest guidance—it’s an honour I don’t take lightly.

So to every woman reading this:

If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Hmm, I wonder what a little lift could do?”—you’re not alone.
If you’ve ever thought, “Is it okay to want this just for me?”—it absolutely is.
If you’ve ever felt judged for caring about how you look, ignore them. You’re fabulous.