Aesthetic treatments are personal, often expensive, and in the case of injectables and lasers, medical. The difference between a great result and a disappointing one usually comes down to the clinic you choose, not the treatment itself. Here are the seven questions worth asking before you book.
1. Who is actually performing the treatment?
Ask for the name and credentials of the provider, not just the clinic. In most US states injectables must be administered by a physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant or registered nurse working under a medical director. Laser treatments have their own rules by state. A good clinic lists provider credentials openly; on Skinzic they appear right on the clinic profile.
2. Can I see the price before I commit?
"Call for pricing" is a red flag. It usually means the price depends on how the consultation goes. Clinics that publish prices per unit, per syringe or per session are signalling confidence. Compare like for like: Botox is priced per unit (typically $10–$18 in most US cities), fillers per syringe, lasers per area and session.
3. What do verified reviews say?
Look for reviews tied to real visits, and read the three-star ones first. They tend to be the most specific. Patterns matter more than any single review: repeated mentions of upselling, long waits or rushed consultations are worth taking seriously.
4. Can I see before-and-after photos from this clinic?
Not stock photos, and not the manufacturer’s marketing images. Ask for examples of the exact treatment on skin and features similar to yours, taken by this clinic.
5. What happens if I say no during the consultation?
A consultation should end with a plan you understand, including the option to do nothing. If you feel pressured to add products or treatments you did not come in for, leave.
6. What is the cancellation and touch-up policy?
Know the cancellation window, whether a deposit is refundable, and whether touch-ups within two weeks are included or charged. Clinics on Skinzic show their policy before you confirm a booking.
7. How do they handle complications?
Every reputable clinic has a protocol for bruising, swelling, vascular occlusion or an unexpected reaction, and a provider you can reach after hours. Ask directly. The answer tells you a lot.