Aesthetic Treatments for Beginners: What You Need to Know Before Your First Appointment

Your first aesthetic treatment appointment can be very exciting, but you might also have lots of questions about what to expect. With so much conflicting information available, it’s essential that you turn to a trusted provider for your treatments. This will allow you to shut out the noise and focus on what matters – getting the results you have dreamed of.

In this short guide, we’re looking at some of the essential things beginners need to know before their first treatment. By following these steps, you can enjoy a more relaxing treatment and a smooth recovery. 

Have a consultation first

You shouldn’t walk into a clinic expecting treatment on the same day. Instead, you should have a consultation and a cooling off period to help you to decide if this is right for you. It’s also a good idea to go into your consultation with an open mind. 

You may think you have a very clear idea about what you want, but your aesthetician might offer alternative treatment ideas that are more likely to help you to achieve your aesthetic goals.

During your consultation, be open about your concerns and what you hope to achieve. Your aesthetician can then offer their expert advice on the best treatments to help you look and feel your best.

Remember that treatments can look very different on different people, so 1ml of filler on your friend might look very different to 1ml of filler on you. This is why it’s important to follow your aesthetician’s advice and avoid trying to replicate someone else’s results.

Avoid caffeine and alcohol

When you return for your treatment, avoid alcohol and caffeine, as these could both impact your treatment. Drinking before a treatment could increase your risk of bleeding. Many aestheticians will deny this service to anyone who is visibly drunk.

Caffeine is also likely to impact hydration, and it could make you more twitchy. To ensure you are calm and ready for your treatment, skip your morning coffee. Caffeine and alcohol also thin the blood, which could make bruising after the treatment more dramatic, and slow down recovery times.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions

At any point in the treatment, you can hit the brakes and ask questions. Just because you’re in the room and you’ve decided to go ahead, that doesn’t mean that you can’t ask for a pause.

If something hurts more than expected, or if you’re experiencing any unusual sensations, don’t be afraid to ask questions about what is happening. It could be a completely normal side effect of the treatment, but it’s also worth asking.

Give yourself downtime after your aesthetic treatment

With Botox and fillers, you won’t see the results right away, but you might experience some bruising and minor bleeding at the injection site. Following your treatment, try to give yourself some downtime to rest and relax.

You’ll need to avoid strenuous activities such as going to the gym or going for a run. Sweating and straining will increase the risk of infection and could make bruising worse. To prevent this, enjoy some downtime at home where you can apply ice to your face to keep yourself comfortable.

Make sure you understand and follow the aftercare

You’ll get comprehensive aftercare instructions that include everything you can and cannot do after your treatment. It’s vital that you follow these instructions and don’t deviate from the plan.

Failing to follow the instructions puts you at increased risk of infection. There’s also the risk of excess bleeding and bruising that takes longer to go away. Finally, we also want to avoid the risk of filler migrating, as this could result in poor results.

We know you want to see the full effects of your treatments as soon as possible, so we encourage you to follow the instructions and make sure you care for your skin while it heals.

Ready to book your treatment?

If you’re ready to start treatment with us, book a consultation with the team today. We’ll guide you through the process of getting the right treatment or combination of treatments to help you look and feel your best. With our help, you could look and feel younger within days.

→ Book a consultation or enquire today for a bespoke skin health assessment. Call us on 01732 525875, WhatsApp us on 07731 904 767 or email hello@skinandmedicalcosmetics.co.uk.