Good questions for a med spa consultation

Questions to ask a provider

Take this list to your consultation and write down the answers.

• Who will perform the treatment, and what license do they hold?
• What training have they had for this specific treatment?
• Which device or product will you use, and why that one?
• How many sessions does a typical series involve, and how far apart?
• What aftercare will I need, and what should I avoid afterward?
• What are the possible side effects?
• What happens if something goes wrong, and who do I contact?
• What is the total cost, including follow-ups, before I start?

Things to have on hand

Your health history matters for nearly every med spa treatment. Some medications, conditions and recent sun exposure can change what is suitable, so a provider needs to know about them.

Before your consultation, list your medications and supplements, any allergies, and past treatments. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy, mention it. Bring your questions too, and ask the provider to write down 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 New Mexico state boards. A short search before you book is worth the time.