What do IV drips really do? Whether we like to admit it or not, appearances influence how we navigate life and how people, in turn, respond to us. Khanyi Mbau and Mshoza Maswanganyi, for instance have used intravenous (IV) drips to brighten their complexion. The process uses a high dose of the “antioxidant glutathione” injected into the blood veins, almost like getting a shot in the arm to pep you up…. For many celebrities it’s exactly the thing that’s made them more attractive in the entertainment industry, boosted their chances of getting more work and lifted their self-confidence. Critics says it speaks to a much deeper issue of race, pride and identity. Lerato Mbele is in conversation with Dr Ntsako Mbokota, medical doctor and founder of aesthetic clinic Dr NM Aesthetics.

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