The True Cost Of Backyard Botox & Join Us In The Femosphere

A dangerous beauty trend is putting Australians in hospital, with multiple cases of botulism linked to backyard Botox procedures performed in suburban living rooms instead of medical clinics. As the cost of professional cosmetic treatments continues to soar, we investigate why people are risking their lives for cheaper alternatives and what medical experts want you to know. And join us inside the femosphere. It's growing social media movement that's seeing millions of young women reject modern feminism in favour of something experts warn could be putting women at serious risk. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Read more about the Femosphere here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy & Taylah Strano With thanks to: Dr Brad McKay, General Practitioner Nicole Madigan, Mamamia's Senior Writer Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.