Episode #2: The Wild West of Med Spas - How Are They Even Legal?!

In this eye-opening episode, hosts Kristin and Catherine pull back the curtain on the alarming lack of regulation in the med spa industry. Despite the medical nature of injectables like Botox and fillers, many injectors have minimal training—and worse, operate without meaningful supervision.

Key Points:

• The Medical Director Loophole:

Med spas are legally required to have a medical director (usually a physician), but in practice, many just “rent out” their license for a fee and never actually participate in or oversee patient care.

• No Standardized Training:

Unlike other medical fields, aesthetics has no mandated education pathway. Many injectors start practicing after a 1-2 day seminar. Without ongoing training or structured mentorship, their skills may remain dangerously underdeveloped.

• Shocking Real-Life Incidents:

From sales reps being asked for injection advice to blatant aseptic violations (like touching a trash can mid-procedure), the hosts share disturbing firsthand experiences highlighting how unqualified some injectors are.

• Severe Health Risks:

Improper injection techniques can cause vascular occlusion, infections, nodules, or even blindness—risks many injectors aren’t trained to recognize or manage.

• How to Protect Yourself:

• Research the medical director’s involvement

• Ask about emergency protocols

• Vet your injector’s training and experience

• Look beyond Instagram—check real reviews and patient outcomes