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Lottie Moss used Ozempic due to ‘pressure’ to look like sister Kate

Lottie Moss says drugs were part of ‘coping mechanism’ of modelling

Lottie Moss, 27, revealed she felt pressured to emulate her sister, Kate Moss, leading to body image struggles and a dangerous attempt to lose weight using Ozempic.
Lottie was hospitalised after taking a high dosage of Ozempic which she obtained “illegally” without proper medical assessment, causing severe illness and dehydration.
Growing up, Lottie felt constant comparison to Kate's “heroin chic” look, popularised in the 90s, and admitted to dabbling in a 'wild party lifestyle' to stay skinny.
Lottie experienced dramatic weight loss but suffered severe side effects, including a seizure, leading her to question her decision, though she admits to still considering using Ozempic again.
Lottie was speaking to Olivia Attwood on ITV’s The Price of Perfection. Kate Moss's representatives have been contacted for comment.