How to Select Aesthetic Supplies for Clinic Treatments?

Provide the necessary supplies at each treatment stage.

Your team uses these before, during, and after each procedure. For a facial, this could include cleansing products, applicator tools, protective equipment, and post-procedure products. Using a treatment map will help you identify any missing items prior to affecting the appointment.

Create two separate lists of supplies. The first list should be the items used by all patients, while the second list is the items required for each specific type of treatment. Both of these lists will allow you to create an easy-to-use checklist for your aesthetic treatments. The first list can be called your daily clinic essentials list, and the second list can be called your procedure-specific list. Once you have created both lists, review them with the people in your office who use the products on a regular basis so that they can tell you if there are any products that can't be substituted.

Match each product with the patient, as well as with the specific type of procedure.

A single type of product may work well for one type of treatment but not for others. You will need to take into account the location where the treatment will occur; the skin type or condition of the patient; the intended purpose of the product; and the manufacturer's directions regarding usage prior to selecting products to add to your supply list. Ultimately, your clinic staff must decide which products are most appropriate for each procedure.

Pay special attention to what will occur post-treatment. The clinic's procedures that result in temporary sensitivity to the skin will most likely require different post-treatment care alternatives than those required for a standard facial. Selecting professional skincare products for aesthetic clinics based upon the patient's individual treatment needs allows clinic staff to provide consistent direction to all patients, rather than using one product for every patient.

Verify the product is compatible with other items and how it will be transported/handled, and document your findings.

Before placing an order, make sure you know if a specific supply will work with the existing equipment and treatment methods you currently employ. Determine what size(s), material(s), packaging, and storage requirements are needed. Just because a product is part of a category you are accustomed to purchasing from, it does not mean that product will fit into your clinic's procedures.

For each type of item you are purchasing for a specific type of procedure, check what the vendor has written about their product and read the instructions provided by the manufacturer. When products arrive, check for expiration dates and ensure that your team can adequately store and track products in accordance with their established clinical procedures. These checks are just as important to consider when making a purchase as price and availability.

Why should you choose Elumia Med Store?

The Elumia Med Store is designed to provide clinics with a way to find medical and aesthetic supplies that are needed on an ongoing basis. This includes both the everyday consumables and products that will be required for each of the various aesthetic procedures performed at the clinic. Before making any purchases, you should use your treatment checklist to determine what items from the Med Store would best meet the needs of your clinic and also verify that the specific product you wish to purchase is currently in stock.

Final Thoughts

The first step in choosing the proper supplies for your treatments is knowing what will be needed prior to, throughout, and following every single appointment. By matching product selection to your established treatment protocols and stocking up on items based upon patient demand, your team can more effectively provide consistent care for each patient.