Every good treatment starts with a conversation. Whether you are booking Botox for the first time, thinking about lip filler or planning a laser hair removal series, your first consultation at a Salt Lake City med spa is where the provider learns what you want and you learn exactly what they recommend and what it will cost.
Booking your consultation
Use the booking form on this page or call. Tell us which treatment you are interested in and the best time to reach you. A local med spa calls you back to set a time. Please keep medical details for the consultation itself rather than the form.
What to bring
A list of medicines and supplements.
Including blood thinners, fish oil and anything prescribed for your skin.
Your skin care routine.
The names of the cleansers, serums and creams you use.
Past treatments.
What you have had before, when, and how it went.
Photos, if you like.
Looks you admire, and photos of yourself from a few years ago.
Your questions.
Written down so nothing is missed.
What happens during the consultation
- 1Your goals. The provider asks what bothers you and what you hope to change. Be specific.
- 2Your health history. Expect questions about medicines, allergies, pregnancy, past reactions, cold sores and recent sun exposure.
- 3An assessment. The provider looks at your skin, how your face moves and the area you want treated.
- 4The plan. You hear which treatment they suggest, how many units, syringes or sessions, and what results are realistic for you.
- 5The price. You get the price of the plan before any treatment starts.
- 6Your decision. You can go ahead the same day if it suits you and the provider agrees, or take the plan home.
How long it takes
Plan for the consultation to take longer than the treatment itself, especially on a first visit. Ask the clinic how long to allow when they call you. For treatments like Botox, some people have the consultation and treatment in the same visit. For laser hair removal or microneedling, the first visit may include a skin check or test spot before the series begins.
Questions to ask at your consultation
- Who will treat me, what license do they hold, and who supervises them?
- What product or device will you use?
- How many units, syringes or sessions do you suggest, and why?
- What is the total price, and what is included?
- What should I expect in the days after, and who do I call with a concern?
- Is there anything about my health or medicines that changes your advice?
Our guide to who treats you in Utah explains how to check a license with the state.
When the answer is "not yet"
A trustworthy provider will sometimes tell you to wait or to choose a different treatment. Pregnancy, a recent tan, an active skin condition or certain medicines can all change the plan. That kind of answer is a good sign. It means the provider is putting your safety and result ahead of a quick booking.
Planning around Salt Lake City life
Think about your calendar before you book. Leave space before weddings, trips and photo days, since some treatments need time to settle. If you ski or hike a lot, mention it. Salt Lake City's high sun and dry summer air can affect when a provider schedules laser, peels and microneedling. Ask your provider how the season fits your plan.
Common questions
Is a med spa consultation free?
Some clinics offer free consultations and others charge a fee that may go toward treatment. Ask when the med spa calls you to schedule.
Can I get treated on the same day as my consultation?
Sometimes, depending on the treatment and the provider's assessment. Ask when you book if you are hoping to be treated on the same day.
What should I avoid before my consultation?
Ask the clinic when they call. For some treatments, providers may ask you to avoid sun, self-tanner or certain products beforehand.