Good questions to bring
You are allowed to ask all of these. Most providers expect them.
- Who performs the treatment, and are they supervised by anyone?
- What license and training do they have?
- What product or device is used, and where does it come from?
- How do you decide if this is suitable for me?
- What does a typical course of treatment look like?
- What aftercare is needed?
- What do you do if I have a reaction or a problem afterward?
- What is the total price, including any follow-up visits?
Before you go
Take ten minutes to jot down a few things. It saves time and helps you get clear answers.
- What you would like to change or ask about.
- Your medical history and current medications.
- Any reactions you have had to skin products or treatments.
- The questions you want answered.
At the end of the consultation, write down what was recommended, the number of sessions and the total cost.
Pause if you see these
A consultation that goes well usually leaves you with clear answers and no rush. Pause if instead you get:
- A push to pay a deposit or book on the spot.
- Treatment offered with no consultation.
- Fuzzy answers about who performs it and their license.
- A refusal to give the total cost in writing.
You can look up licenses through the the District of Columbia state boards. A short search before you book is worth the time.
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