Treatments · Consultation Essentials
The Skin Consultation
The conversation before any treatment, and how to make the most of it.
- What it is
- A conversation, and often a visual skin assessment, before a treatment is chosen or carried out.
- Why it matters
- It helps the provider understand your skin, your routine and anything that could make a treatment unsuitable.
- What to bring
- A list of the products you use and any medicines, plus notes on allergies or recent treatments.
- Worth knowing
- You can ask questions and take time to decide. A good consultation never rushes you.
What to share
- Your current skincare routine, including active ingredients such as retinoids or exfoliating acids.
- Prescription medicines and supplements.
- Allergies and past reactions to products.
- Recent treatments, such as peels, waxing or laser sessions.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding, where relevant to the treatment.
What to ask
- What does the treatment involve, step by step?
- Who will carry it out, and what training or licence do they hold?
- What might I feel during and after, and how should I care for my skin afterwards?
- What would make this treatment unsuitable for me?
Note anything the provider tells you, and do not feel obliged to book on the day.
This guide is general information, not medical advice, and does not describe any particular provider’s service. A qualified professional can advise what suits your skin and health history.
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