What to ask a provider before you decide

Ask these before you book

Clear answers to these make a decision much easier.

• Will a licensed provider see me before any treatment?
• Who gives the treatment, and what is their license?
• What specific training do they have for it?
• What is the device or product, and why do you use it?
• What does a series involve, and how many visits is typical?
• What should aftercare look like?
• If something goes wrong, what happens next?
• Can I have the full cost in writing first?

What a provider will want to know

Expect questions about your health, so have the answers ready:

• Medical conditions and recent illnesses.
• Prescription medications, supplements and topical products.
• Allergies and sensitivities.
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Previous cosmetic treatments.

Then add your own list of questions, such as who will perform the treatment and what the total cost will be. A licensed provider uses this information to decide what is suitable for you.

Red flags worth noticing

1. You are told a special offer ends today.
2. No one asks about your health history.
3. Treatment is offered before any consultation.
4. You cannot get a clear answer about who will perform it or what license they hold.
5. The cost changes or will not be put in writing.

Any one of these is a good reason to slow down. State boards in Colorado let you look up a license online.