Episode #344
Stop Policing My Jawline
Wanting to look good in your 40s, 50s and beyond shouldn’t come with guilt, yet so many women feel like it does. I’m Susie Garden, naturopath and clinical nutritionist, and I’m getting honest about the weird moral judgement that shows up the moment a woman mentions skincare, hair colour, injectables, laser, or any kind of aesthetic treatment. Why does self care suddenly become “vanity” at midlife, and who decided there are only two options: do nothing and prove you’ve “embraced ageing”, or do something and get accused of chasing youth? We dig into the double standards that make ageing feel like a no win game, especially when celebrity “natural ageing” is often backed by professional lighting, expert support, and editing. I also talk about a phrase that sounds like a compliment but carries a sting: “you look great for your age”. Underneath it sits an assumption that looking good is unexpected as we get older. I’d rather we focus on vitality, health, and confidence than guessing someone’s age. Perimenopause and menopause add another layer, because the changes can be fast and confronting. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “I don’t look like me,” you’re not alone. We connect the dots between hormones, collagen decline, sleep, stress, gut health, nutrition and the way your skin and face can change. I share how my inside-out approach to women’s health now meets the outside-in world through my skin clinic on the Gold Coast, and the ethical line I won’t cross: I’m not here to sell insecurity. Take my challenge as you listen: when you say “I want to look younger”, what do you actually mean? Less tired, more energised, healthier skin, stronger, more like yourself? If this lands for you, subscribe or follow, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more women can find the conversation. Send me a text! Are you a woman feeling stressed, flat and experiencing the challenges of perimenopause or menopause? It’s time to reclaim your youthful energy, radiance and self-assurance (and your ideal weight). I’m here to help with my proven method. Here's how I can support you - 1. Hit your health and wellbeing goals this year, balance your hormones and lose weight with your own personalised protocol, based on your body's biochemistry. Sounds awesome right!! Book a free 30 minute Peri Weight Loss Assessment with me so we can discuss your health and wellbeing goals and also see how I might be able to support you. Book your call here. 2. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook - @the.perimenopause.path or @eskin.goldcoast 3. Book your appt package at The Perimenopause Path Clinic here . Or if you'd like a single appt, book here.
