We all know how important it is to take care of our skin. We are told time and time again to make sure we are using SPF, to remove our makeup before bed, to drink plenty of water and get our beauty sleep. However, with so many different products on the market, it can be hard to figure out which ones are right for us and our individual skin type. This is where a skin consultation comes in! Keep reading to learn more about what exactly a skin consultation entails and whether or not you could benefit from one.

What is a Skin Consultation?

A skin consultation is a service offered by many medical aesthetic clinics and dermatologists. During a skin consultation, a clinician will take a closer look at both the surface of your skin and underneath the skin layers using a skin analysis device. You will also be asked questions about your current daily skincare routine and any concerns you may have. Clinically-proven pharmaceutical grade skincare and treatments will be recommended that will help improve both the condition of the skin and your skin's appearance.

Benefits of a Skin Consultation

One of the biggest benefits of getting a skin consultation is that it can help save you time and money in the long run. Many people end up spending hundreds of pounds on skincare products that just don't work! Following an in-depth skin consultation and the results from the skin analysis, specific products and treatments will be recommended. In addition, lifestyle changes may be suggested that could help improve your complexion, such as dietary tweaks or adding in certain supplements.

Another benefit of getting a skin consultation is that it can help you understand your skin better, rather than purchasing the most popular products online or over-the-counter that often sit on the surface of the skin without any benefit at all or make your skin react negatively.

Should You Get a Skin Consultation?

Yes, a skin consultation is a great way to get personalised advice from an expert on which products will work best for your individual skin type. If you are struggling with your skincare routine or have any concerns about the quality of your skin, then you need to have a skin consultation. Even if you don't have any major issues, we would recommend having a skin consultation every few months to ensure your skincare routine is on the right track.

Skin Consultations at The Aesthetics Hub

At The Aesthetics Hub® we pride ourselves on our in-depth consultations. During your appointment you will be asked a series of questions regarding your current health, past and present skin regimes and your skin concerns including what you would like to achieve.

At The Aesthetics Hub, we proudly utilise the OBSERV 520 skin analysis system to provide our patients with unparalleled precision in diagnosing skin conditions. Results can include where and how dehydrated or oily your skin is, the severity of pigmentation underneath the skin, the size and number of enlarged pores you may have, areas prone to acne, redness or inflammation and other observations.

Having this information and the clear visual scan from the surface to the deepest layer allows us to recommend specific skincare products that are more suited to your skin therefore your treatments and products become more targeted and effective.