Each year, thousands of Australians have cosmetic injections like wrinkle relaxers and dermal fillers to rejuvenate their skin and enhance their features. Since cosmetic injectables and other non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments are minimally invasive and popular, many people forget that the treatments are medical procedures that must be done by a qualified and experienced medical professional. This is because, like every medical procedure, there are risks involved if the injections are not performed properly.
Why is having a professional and qualified cosmetic injector important?
What does your face mean to you? What do you want to look like after your treatment? Do you want good results?
A professional and qualified cosmetic injector is vital to the success of your treatment. A good cosmetic injector ensures that you:
- receive the best care before, during and after your treatment
- have the best results after your treatment
- are safe during your treatment
- feel at ease with your treatment and educate you about your treatment
Unfortunately, people without proper training or qualifications may offer cosmetic treatments at a cheaper price and promise good results.
You get what you pay for, and we often hear horror stories of botched treatments in our line of work and in the media.
So, how do you choose a cosmetic injector in Perth? What questions should you ask them? How do you know if they’re the right fit for you?
Choosing a cosmetic injector in Perth
Choosing a cosmetic injector can be daunting, especially if it’s your first time having cosmetic treatments. That’s why we’ve compiled some tips to help you choose a qualified cosmetic injector in Perth for your wrinkle relaxer treatment, dermal filler treatment and other non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments.
1. Do your research
Researching your cosmetic injector should be the first thing on your to-do list when it comes to picking the right professional for your treatment.
Many cosmetic clinics have websites and social media accounts. These offer a wealth of useful information to help you decide if they are professional and qualified at what they do.
To research a cosmetic injector:
- Visit their website and see the treatments they offer.
- Read their ‘about us’ section on their website. Do they list their training experience and qualifications? Do they know what they’re talking about?
- Look at their portfolio. Cosmetic injectors should have photographs of their work on their website or social media channels. A qualified and experienced injector should have worked on different faces and offered various treatments. This will help you get a feel of their style and the results they offer.
- Read their customer reviews on social media and on Google. Remember, your face and your health are important. If people are unhappy with their treatments and are advising future customers to stay away, believe them.
2. Ask questions at your initial appointment
Your work doesn’t stop after your online research. Use your initial appointment with your cosmetic injector to learn more about them, the cosmetic clinic, and what they do.
When you arrive at the clinic, examine the appearance of the staff and the clinic. Is the clinic clean and comfortable? Are the staff friendly and professional? Does the place look professional? Examining these things will give you an idea of the quality of service you’ll receive at the clinic.
Don’t feel shy about asking your cosmetic injector about their qualifications during the appointment.
- Ask them how long they’ve been injecting and how often. Don’t forget to make sure that the supervising doctor is also experienced.
- Do they work with other experienced doctors, dermatologists or plastic surgeons?
- What memberships do they hold, and for how long?
- Are they dedicated to up-skilling? Do they keep up to date with the latest medical practices in their field?
- What options are available when something goes wrong? It’s important to know your options if and when complications arise.
3. Make sure the clinic operates legally
In Australia, it is a legal requirement that patients must have a consultation with a doctor before the doctor prescribes cosmetic injectables. The doctor can either be there in person or via Skype. After the consultation, the doctor or cosmetic nurse injects the cosmetic injectables.
If the clinic you visit doesn’t provide a consultation with a doctor present before your treatment by your nurse, don’t go through with the procedure. If they do this, they are breaking the law and are not covered by insurance.
Do not trust clinics who don’t have a doctor on site.
4. Trust your gut
During your research, trust your gut. The right injector will let you ask questions about their experience and services and will be more than happy to discuss your needs. They will also perform your treatment with the highest level of respect, safety and care. If you aren’t sure about the injector, listen to your gut. Only go with a professional you’re comfortable with.
Choose Timeless Cosmetics for your facial rejuvenation treatment
At Timeless Cosmetics, we understand that helping you look and feel your best is both an art and a science. Our team of professional and qualified medical professionals are on hand to answer questions you may have about our services and cosmetic injectables. Contact us today at 9544 5200 to book your appointment at our cosmetic clinic in Mandurah. Or, you can come in and say hi! We’re at 80 Anstruther Road in Mandurah.
*Further reading
3 Reasons Why Your Cosmetic Injectables Must Be Done by a Professional
