Why Choosing the Right Injector Matters

Aesthetic treatments are not something just anybody can do, and not every clinic is as qualified as they might seem. If you’re considering booking a medical aesthetic treatment, you should take the time to choose the right injector. 

Choosing an aesthetic practitioner can be the difference between beautiful, natural results and a disappointing treatment, which often results in needing to book again elsewhere anyway! 

Injecting is a science and an art. 

Achieving high-quality, natural results with injectables is not really about the products themselves. It’s more about the person using them, and the knowledge and experience they hold. 

A good injector knows where to inject as well as where not to inject. They’ve got to have an in-depth understanding of the anatomy of the face, the muscles, ligaments, tendons, skin, and even the blood vessels. All of these work together to create expressions, to give our faces personality. It’s crucial that a good aesthetic injector understands the nuance of the face. Why and how places age, how each part affects the next. 

That’s why at Aurora Beauty Aesthetics, you’re putting your trust in experts. With over 60 years of experience across the team, and led by an Independent Nurse Prescriber, we live and breathe our work. We’re not just cosmetic professionals; we’re experts in our field. 

Why qualifications and experience matter

When you’re choosing an aesthetic practitioner, qualifications matter. You’re trusting this person with your body, often your face, and paying them your hard-earned money. It’s so important that they know what they’re doing. 

A medically trained, well-experienced practitioner will be able to discuss your goals with you and manage your expectations. They’ll be able to recognise, before procedures even begin, where your goals are unrealistic, and help you to achieve the best results possible. 

Before your procedure and afterwards, trained and qualified experts will be able to assess for complications, and know how to handle them should they arise. Someone with less experience, or a less-qualified practitioner, may not know everything they need to do so.

The importance of the consultation 

Before any procedure, you should always have a consultation. It’s the best way to ensure you’re talking to someone that offers safe aesthetic treatments, and can be pivotal in choosing an injector. 

Much like an interview, the consultation gives you the chance to get to know your potential practitioner. It gives them a chance to talk to you and determine if they can go ahead, but you get the same opportunity. You can ask questions, find out their experience, their specialities, and their qualifications. 

By having a consultation, you’re building a relationship of trust. Trust and respect are essential in any medical or cosmetic procedure. You need to be able to talk about your goals and hopes, and your practitioner needs to be able to discuss these with you plainly. Risks and benefits should be well explained, and your medical history should also be asked for. If these are brushed over, you should consider looking elsewhere.

What questions should you ask before booking? 

Are you medically qualified?

The best treatments will come from people with the most knowledge. When you’re choosing an aesthetic practitioner, that should always be something you remember. 

That’s why it’s always worth asking whether your practitioner is medically qualified. Qualifications from the General Medical Council (GMC), Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) are all official medical qualifications, and suggest the injector has studied and learned everything they need to treat you safely. It also means they are held to account by a medical body. 

What experience do you have? 

If there’s a correlation between experience and patient satisfaction, it only makes sense to be interested in your aesthetic injector’s experience. Have they just started? Are they a few decades into their career? 

Who prescribes your treatments? 

When it comes to prescription-only aesthetic treatments (think botox), they need to be prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional. This has to be a doctor, prescribing nurse, dentist or pharmacist. 

If your aesthetic injector can’t answer this question, then it’s time to look elsewhere. 

What happens if there’s a complication? 

Medically trained aestheticians are likely to have a depth of knowledge, including what to do in the case of a complication. That’s why it’s important to know where your injector was trained, and what qualifications they have. 

To be sure, you can ask this. Make sure you’re comfortable with their answer, and that they don’t freeze or panic at the idea. 

Will I have a consultation beforehand? 

When speaking to aestheticians online or over the phone, you should always ask for a consultation in person. This will give you the chance to get to know them, to see if you’re comfortable. It will also allow them, as a professional, to get all the information from you. 

If you’re not offered a consultation, or denied one, it may be worth looking at other options for your injectables.

Questions our patients often ask before treatment

Does it matter who carries out my treatment? 

Yes. Injectables can have complications if used incorrectly. At best, a poorly done injectable might look bad. At worst, it can cause serious complications. 

You’re always better off spending the time to find a professional that provides safe aesthetic treatments. For safe medical aesthetics in Barnsley, contact Aurora Beauty Aesthetics. 

What qualifications should I look for? 

Medical qualifications from the General Medical Council (GMC), Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) are a good indicator that the clinic offers safe aesthetic treatments. 

Should price be a deciding factor? 

You should never choose a clinic solely based on price. 

Of course, you can’t spend more than you can afford. But if you can’t afford a treatment from someone qualified, it’s better and safer to simply wait until you can afford a qualified injector.

Why do consultations matter? 

Consultations tell you a lot about the practitioner. There are things they should ask, and should tell you. If they don’t, it’s a red flag. 

An in-person consultation is also important to build trust, which is essential when it comes to any kind of medical aesthetics treatment. 

What makes Aurora Beauty Aesthetics different? 

Aurora Beauty Aesthetics was founded with the goal of providing safe and ethical aesthetic treatments that are bespoke to each patient. 

Led by an Independent Nurse Prescriber with over 20 years of experience, Aurora Beauty Aesthetics focuses on listening, building trust, and embarking on aesthetics journeys together. We believe the best results come from having experience, knowledge, and understanding the needs of our patients. 

Book your consultation with us today

To book in with a medically trained aesthetics practitioner, book your consultation at our aesthetics clinic in Barnsley today.

All new patients are required to attend a face-to-face consultation prior to treatment.