What you will be asked
- What you have noticed, when it started, and what changed around then
- Every product currently in use, including actives and frequency
- Medications, supplements and relevant medical history
- Previous cosmetic treatment and how your skin responded
- Sun exposure, occupation and lifestyle patterns
- What you want — and what you are not willing to accept
That last one matters. Downtime tolerance and willingness to maintain a routine change which recommendation is genuinely right.
What is being assessed
Beyond the visible: barrier condition, hydration versus oil, sensitivity, likely pigment response, and whether anything currently in your routine is contributing to the concern. Skin type classification informs suitability for light-based and resurfacing work.
Contraindications surface here too. Certain conditions, medications, pregnancy and recent procedures can all make a treatment inappropriate, and identifying that is a core part of the appointment.
What you should leave with
- A clear statement of what is recommended and why
- What the alternatives are, including doing nothing
- The risks, and what recovery realistically looks like
- Cost confirmed before anything is agreed
- A plan you understand well enough to explain to someone else
If you leave with a booking but not that understanding, the consultation has not done its job. The consultations guide walks through the whole sequence.