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?
Come prepared
Providers ask a lot of questions at a consultation, and it is easy to forget something in the moment. Write the main points down beforehand.
Include your health history, every medication and supplement you take, any allergies, and any previous treatments such as peels, laser or injectables. Note anything you are worried about. Then add your own questions, such as who will perform the treatment and what it will cost in total.
When to pause
A consultation should feel like an exchange of information. If it feels like a sales pitch, take a step back.
Watch for pressure to commit on the spot, a treatment offered with no consultation, unclear answers about who does the work, or a reluctance to write down the total cost. Each of these is a reason to wait. To look up a license, search the website of the relevant California state licensing board by the person's name.
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