Nothing like a delayed flight to give one the chance to regroup and reflect on the last three days filled from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. with what’s new and “happening” in the world of cosmetic, surgical and medical dermatology. I love going to a meeting like the 8th annual Orlando Dermatology, Aesthetic & Clinical Conference. It keeps my “juices” flowing and a smile on my face! What I am discovering is what was “written in stone” when it was first introduced, is being polished and perfected with exciting new thoughts and techniques. I love being challenged and learning!
What was a little depressing in a few lectures was the picture of Barbie with the 50 year old changes you would see in a sun exposed, blonde, convertible owner. The juxaposition to Barbie is the currently popular Bratz dolls who have “cachetic” bodies, big eyes, big cheeks and big lips. No wonder girls grow into women who have many critical issues with the reflection they see in the mirror and then the Birthday Fairy visits! Women’s magazines, TV ads and the internet aren’t helping much either.
A consistently repeated phase at this meeting was the words soften, not completely gone. Age appropriate, genetics, past unprotected sun/tanning bed exposure, trout mouth, plastic, Michael Jackson’s nose were some of the other phrases. The focus is turning toward our Midwestern values. It’s lucky to have more birthdays, it’s super lucky to have learned to enjoy the inner you. It is ok to treat yourself to periodic maintenance treatments to pleasure yourself but who you are is still the most attractive feature.
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