306. AI Dysmorphia: How Social Media & AI Are Changing Beauty Forever | Dr. Ruslan

"AI is creating beauty standards that aren't even humanly possible." -Dr. Ruslan What happens when AI creates beauty standards that don't even exist in real life? In this eye-opening episode of Turmeric & Tequila, Kristen Olson sits down with renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Ruslan to discuss one of the biggest mental health and social issues emerging in 2026: AI Dysmorphia. From Instagram filters and AI-generated selfies to cosmetic procedures and self-worth, this conversation explores how technology is reshaping the way we see ourselves—and why more young people are seeking procedures based on faces that aren't even real.  Dr. Ruslan explains: • What AI Dysmorphia actually is • Why social media has changed cosmetic surgery forever • How ethical surgeons know when to say "no" • The psychology behind cosmetic procedures • Helping teens build confidence before changing their appearance • How parents can talk with kids about unrealistic beauty standards • Why confidence starts internally—not with surgery This isn't an anti-plastic surgery conversation. It's a conversation about making healthy decisions for the right reasons. If you're a parent, educator, athlete, creator, or anyone navigating today's digital world, this episode is a must-listen. Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome to Turmeric & Tequila + Why This Conversation Matters 01:45 Meet Dr. Ruslan: From Artist to Facial Plastic Surgeon 04:30 The Pressure of Operating on Faces & Lessons from Sports 07:00 The Psychology Behind Cosmetic Surgery 10:00 Why Ethical Surgeons Need to Say "No" 13:30 Confidence vs. Chasing Perfection 16:30 What Is AI Dysmorphia? 19:45 How AI Filters Are Creating Impossible Beauty Standards 23:00 Why Social Media Is Changing Self-Image 26:00 Talking to Kids About Beauty, Filters & Confidence 30:00 Teens, Cosmetic Procedures & Responsible Decision-Making 33:30 Advice for Parents Navigating Social Media Pressures 36:30 Final Thoughts: Confidence, Authenticity & Protecting the Next Generation 39:11 Thanks for Watching | Subscribe & Follow Turmeric & Tequila   Dr. Ruslan Dr. Ruslan Zhuravsky is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon and founder of Z Face Plastic Surgery. He specializes exclusively in facial surgery, with a focus on primary and revision rhinoplasty, ethnic rhinoplasty, teenage rhinoplasty, and complex corrective cases. Known for his meticulous technique and artist's eye, Dr. Ruslan blends advanced surgical science with an artistic approach to facial harmony and structure. His boutique practice emphasizes comprehensive, education-driven consultations and ethical patient care, attracting patients globally who seek natural, long-lasting results that preserve individuality. https://zfaceplasticsurgery.com/ https://www.facebook.com/DrZface/ https://www.instagram.com/drzface/ https://www.tiktok.com/@drzface   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE  MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH