Salon Advice8 min read
How to Choose a Beauty Salon in Herne Bay
Practical questions to ask any salon before you book: on hygiene, patch testing, qualifications, pricing and pressure to buy.
Aesthetic treatments are a considered decision, and they should be treated as one. Everything in this area of the salon starts with a consultation, not because it is a formality, but because suitability, expectations and aftercare genuinely need discussing before anything is booked.
This page explains how consultations work and what questions are worth asking. For which specific aesthetic treatments are currently available, and who carries them out, please call us on 07337 350130. That information changes and we would rather tell you accurately than publish something out of date.
Why we consult first
A consultation covers your medical history, any medication you take, what you are hoping to change, and whether that is realistic. It is also where you find out what a treatment cannot do, which is at least as useful.
You are under no obligation to book anything at the end of it. If we think what you are asking for is not appropriate, or would be better handled elsewhere, we will say so.
Questions worth asking anywhere
Whichever clinic or salon you use, these are reasonable things to ask before an aesthetic treatment: who will be carrying it out and what are their qualifications; what product or device is being used; what the realistic result is and how long it lasts; what the risks and side effects are; what happens if you are unhappy; and what aftercare support is available.
Any provider should answer all of those without hesitation. Reluctance to answer, or pressure to decide immediately, is a reason to walk away.
It is also sensible to be wary of time-limited discounts on aesthetic treatments, and of anywhere unwilling to give you a cooling-off period between consultation and appointment.
Being realistic about results
Aesthetic treatments can refine and soften. They do not stop time, and they do not replace sleep, sun protection or a settled routine.
Results vary considerably between individuals, and photographs, including ones on social media, are a poor guide to what will happen on your face. A good consultation sets expectations rather than raising them.
We do not make claims about diagnosing, preventing or treating any medical condition, and no treatment offered here should be understood as medical care. If you have a health concern, please speak to your GP.
Anti-Wrinkle & Dermal Fillers
Consultation-led. Nothing is booked on the day you first ask about it, and the cost is confirmed with you at consultation.
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Restylane, Juvéderm | £200per ml |
| Anti-wrinkleFull face | £400 |
| Anti-wrinkle3 areas | £180 |
| Profhilo, Jalupro skin booster | £200 |
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Anti-wrinkle and skin booster3 areas | £350 |
| Belotero Revive | £220 |
| Lip filler1 ml | £120 |
| Lip filler2 ml | £150 |
A consultation is required before any injectable treatment.
Threadlift & Mesotherapy
Also consultation-led, with time to go away and think before anything is booked.
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Cheek and marionette threads50 smooth threads | £400 |
| ThreadliftMoulded lift | £600 |
| MADE and Skin Glow meso | £150 |
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| MADE and Skin Glow meso3 treatments | £350 |
| Eye rejuvenation meso | £150 |
| Rejuvan and premium meso | £350 |
A consultation is required before any threadlift or mesotherapy treatment.
Lip Dissolving
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Lip dissolve using hyaluronidaseTo dissolve previous dermal filler | £150 |
| Dissolve and refillReturn after 14 days for the refill | £250 |
A consultation is required before dissolving previous filler.
Why clients choose it
What aesthetics offers
01
Consultation before commitment
Time to ask questions and go away and think, with no expectation that you book on the day.
02
Suitability assessed properly
Medical history and current medication are discussed before any treatment is considered.
03
Realistic expectations set out
We will tell you what a treatment will not achieve as clearly as what it might.
04
Aftercare explained in advance
You will know what recovery involves before you decide, not afterwards.
Your appointment
What to expect
A private consultation covering your medical history, medication, and what you are hoping to change.
An honest discussion of whether an aesthetic treatment is the right route, including when it is not.
Clear information on what the treatment involves, what the realistic outcome is, and the risks and side effects.
Written aftercare information, and time to consider before booking anything.
A follow-up conversation where the treatment calls for one.
How to prepare
- Bring a list of any medication and supplements you take, including anything bought over the counter.
- Note any allergies, and any previous reaction to a cosmetic or aesthetic treatment.
- Think about what specifically you would like to change. It makes the conversation far more useful.
- Tell us about any recent treatments elsewhere, including injectables, peels or laser.
Aftercare
- Follow the specific written aftercare you are given, which varies by treatment.
- Contact us if anything concerns you afterwards rather than waiting to see.
- Seek medical attention promptly for anything severe, unexpected or worsening.
- Allow the full recommended interval before considering any repeat treatment.
Questions
Frequently asked
Which aesthetic treatments do you offer?
Please call us on 07337 350130. Rather than publish a list that may go out of date, we would prefer to tell you exactly what is currently available, who carries it out, and whether it suits what you are asking for.
Do I have to book a treatment after a consultation?
No. The consultation exists so you can make an informed decision, and going away to think about it is a perfectly good outcome.
Are aesthetic treatments regulated in the UK?
Regulation in this sector has been changing, and requirements differ depending on the treatment and where it is carried out. Ask any provider directly who will be treating you, what their qualifications are, and what insurance is in place, and expect a clear answer.
How do I know if a treatment is right for me?
That is what the consultation is for. Suitability depends on your health, medication, skin and expectations, and it is not something that can be assessed over the phone or from a photograph.
Can these treatments help with a medical skin condition?
No. We do not diagnose, prevent or treat medical conditions. If you have a health concern, please see your GP or a dermatologist.
Further reading
Related advice
Longer answers to the questions people ask us most about this treatment.
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