Then I would have to say that you went to someone whose ethics, and most likely skills, are in question. If it were me...I would report them to the state licensing board. I hate to say that but this kind of thing is discrediting the reputations of estheticians who take their profession and their clients well being seriously.
jcmbagirl...I'm so sorry you had such a horrible
experience. As an esthetician for 11 years
I can tell you that many "med-spas" will
do anything for just about anyone who
will pay the money. It's shamefull. And
when you have a horrible result or reaction they pull
out the informed consent sheet you signed
that details all the contraindications and
possible adverse reactions. PLEASE take
those claims seriously people! Be very gentle
with your skin right now and be SURE to
wear an SPF of 20 or higher with a zinc
base..this will help prevent further scarring.
To "pipsnum"...I can understand after your
experiences how you might not trust estheticians but believe me, we ARE trained skin in skin care and know "how it works" but we do NOT diagnose.
Client's self diagnosis' and self treatment is often the basis of most skin problems. Example...You think its oily because you have a few blackheads and then strip the living you know what out of it and cause all
kinds of other issues. Most estheticians
do this job because we absolutely love it and know
how to tell a client NO when it's in their
best interest. If I wouldn't put it on my
skin I won't put it on a client's skin.
Having said that, you as the client/patient
also have a duty to do a bit of homework on
your chosen doctor or esthetician and whatever
they happen to offer you in the way of
treatments or products. Peels, microderm, laser, etc.,
are not for everyone and there are contraindications
and possible adverse reactions with all products
and treatments...even over the counter
products. FWIW...I am a huge advocate of oils
and gentle cleansing...rosehip seed oil is
amazing for the skin!!
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