Yes, I've done botox, yes, I've done cosmetic fillers, yes, I've had a peel, yes, I've had my smile altered cosmetically, yes, I've had LASIK, yes, I've augmented my body in many ways through surgery, diet and exercise. I still do.

I'm complicit in perpetuating the beauty myth. I buy into the myth completely with a strong emphasis on "buy."

Sometimes I feel trapped by how I believe I must look. I do it for me: I do it for you, but primarily I do it for me.

My morning routine isn't long or exhaustive but I can't leave home without doing it "just so."

Everyday my vanity traps me. Literally.

Yes, I'm complicit. But it's complicated.