Questions that tell you a lot
How a provider answers matters as much as what they say.
- Who performs this, and what is their license?
- How were they trained for this treatment?
- What device or product is it, specifically?
- What does a series involve?
- What aftercare do I need?
- What happens if something goes wrong?
- What is the total cost before I start?
What to bring or write down
A little preparation makes a consultation more useful. Before you go, write down:
- Any medical conditions, past or current.
- Medications and supplements you take.
- Allergies, including to anesthetics or skin products.
- Past cosmetic treatments and when you had them.
- What you hope to talk about, in your own words.
Bring your list of questions and a way to take notes.
How to look up a license
Each state has boards that license nurses, physicians, physician assistants and, in many states, other aesthetic professionals. In Missouri, you can usually search these boards online by name.
Ask the provider who will perform your treatment and what license they hold, then look it up. Also slow down if you feel pressure to book that day, if there is no consultation, if answers about who does the work are vague, or if the cost will not be written down.
One form, one local provider, and your questions answered before any decision.
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