Things You Should Research Before Choosing Your Aesthetic Practitioner

Claire Lavery • September 3, 2024

If you have been considering your aesthetic treatment options, the chances are that you've already done at least some level of research to understand which treatment will help you to achieve your desired outcomes... But the treatment itself is only part of the story!

The aesthetic practitioner you choose will determine the success of your treatment outcomes and shape your entire experience from beginning to end. So, it's also important to also explore your practitioner and clinic options before making any final decisions.

There are a lot of practitioners out there offering an array of treatments and tweakments, which can quickly start to feel overwhelming if you don't know exactly what you should be looking for. But if you're not sure where to start, don't panic. Here are my top tips and things to look out for when choosing your ideal aesthetic practitioner.

Ask About Their Education, Qualifications, Training and Insurance

Unfortunately, many people are offering a plethora of aesthetic treatments despite not being qualified to administer them. 

The fact of the matter is that it is simply impossible to achieve the best possible outcomes without operating in a safe and clean clinical environment, without a fundamental understanding of facial anatomy, and without comprehensive knowledge of the safest and most effective administration techniques.

And that's before we've even touched on the safety aspect of aesthetic medicine. There is always a risk of complications developing as a result of every treatment, however, only experienced and fully qualified practitioners know what to do if complications do arise.

Always ask your potential aesthetic practitioner to share their experience and qualifications, and if they are reluctant about showing you their qualification certificates, go elsewhere for your treatments. Additionally, your practitioner should be able to demonstrate that they are fully insured.

If you are exploring your non-surgical procedure options, I recommend checking the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) and other independent bodies, including the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM).

Arrange a Consultation

Your aesthetic practitioner should meet with you before any treatment, in the clinic where your treatment will take place. During your consultation, it is important that you feel comfortable and able to discuss your concerns freely with your potential practitioner. They should listen to your concerns and provide advice with regard to the best treatment options to help you achieve your desired outcomes.

It is important to emphasise that their suggestions may not align with the treatments you initially had in mind, and there are a number of potential reasons for this. Not only are there always new and innovative treatment options coming to market, but the best practitioners also have a fundamental understanding of facial anatomy and how different treatments can contribute to a desired outcome. Crucially, your potential practitioner should clearly explain why they are recommending certain treatments and how they will address your specific skin concerns.

During your consultation, never be afraid to ask to see before and after examples of the treatments they have administered. I also recommend asking about aftercare, whether there will be any post-treatment swelling or bruising, the overall cost of the treatments they are recommending, and whether there are any complications that could occur. 

The best practitioners will always answer your questions freely and comprehensively because they want you to have all the information available so you can make the right decisions.


To discuss your treatment options, head to the link below and book a consultation with Claire Lavery Aesthetics!⁠ We are a Nurse Prescriber Led Medical Aesthetics & Skin Clinic Located in Leeds.

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