Documentary exposes dark side of aesthetics industry

Published: 19-Jan-2015
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Life is Beauty-Full has been produced in aid of the Safety In Beauty Campaign

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A new documentary on aesthetics, in aid of the Safety In Beauty Campaign, has been produced and directed by cosmetic doctor Dr Vincent Wong.

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