What the consultation covers
Your consultation begins with a detailed intake and live video assessment by a licensed esthetician who reviews your skin type, current products, medical history, and concerns such as acne, dryness, or uneven texture. The session is $200 and lasts 60 MINUTES. Recommendations consider your goals and environmental factors like Hartford’s seasonal climate and commuting exposure.
During the 60 MINUTES video call the esthetician may ask for close-up photos, walk you through patch-test guidance, and prioritize a short, practical routine you can use day and night. Skincare products are purchased separately and are not included in the consultation fees; you’ll receive a curated product list tailored to your skin and lifestyle.
How recommendations are chosen
Recommendations balance product effectiveness with tolerance: the esthetician weighs ingredient strengths against sensitivity risks and possible interactions with prescription medications. Local factors such as Hartford’s cold winters and humid summers influence when to introduce actives and which textures work best; these trade-offs guide frequency, concentration, and layering decisions within your routine.
The plan also considers practicality for busy Hartford professionals who commute through Union Station or work long days: evening and weekend time slots are available for follow-up and routine check-ins. If you plan an in-person treatment later, the virtual recommendations can be paired with facials or maintenance services offered locally.
What you should prepare
Before your appointment gather clear daytime and evening photos, a complete list of current skincare products with frequency of use, and any allergy or medication details. Having this information ready speeds the 60 MINUTES consultation and lets the esthetician make safer, more precise recommendations suited to your lifestyle and skin history.
Expect a written routine, product suggestions, and practical application notes after the call; these materials help implement the plan at home. The esthetician will not supply products during the virtual session—purchases are separate—and there are no guarantees of specific clinical outcomes, only professional guidance and steps you can try.
