Inside Aesthetics Ep 345 What's Trending in Aesthetics? (Chapter 17) | Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal
Apr 9, 2026
47:27
Episode 345 showcases our hosts Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal.
In our 'What's trending in Aesthetics?' episodes we discuss popular topics doing the rounds on social media, issues being debated in injector forums or items showcased on the news. We'll cover controversies, big stories and themes that have got injectors and our industry talking.
In Chapter 17 we delve into three topics:
1) The impact of the Middle East conflict and the major concern about fuel shortages and supply-chain disruption.
2) Australia's law change concerning credit card surcharges.
3) Growing conference fatigue in aesthetics.
00:00 Introduction 00:40 What's Trending Agenda 02:06 Middle East Fuel Shock 02:39 Global Supply Chain Fragility 04:09 Australia Petrol Shortages 08:08 Economic Fallout Depression Fears 10:33 Conflict Outlook Energy Independence 13:04 Aesthetic Business Slowdown Q1 16:44 Reading Numbers Cutting Costs 21:07 Client Access Communication Plans 23:31 Preparedness Avoiding Panic 24:50 Panic And Preparedness 25:59 Pharma Supply Chain Reality 26:39 Credit Card Surcharge Ban 28:00 Margins Pricing And Fees 30:24 Payment Alternatives And Disruption 33:05 Cut Terminal Costs With AI 34:52 Conference Fatigue Explained 36:39 Smaller Events Better Networking 38:47 App Conference Diary Feature 42:37 Future Of Conferences And App Podcast 45:43 Wrap Up And Next Topics