The Relationship between Aesthetics and Self-Esteem
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The aesthetic industry encompasses many products and services dedicated to beauty, cosmetics, and personal appearance. As the demand for minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, such as Botox, fillers, peels, and lasers, rapidly increases, Aesthetic Medicine is gaining recognition as a separate specialty within Pakistan and globally.1 The prevalence of skin disorders worldwide has increased, leading to many patients seeking skin therapy that utilizes light, ultrasound, and laser-based solutions
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