Why Consultation Is More Important Than Just Buying Products"

“Why Consultation Is More Important Than Just Buying Products”

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Let’s Be Honest…

You walk into a pharmacy or scroll through a skincare website, see a fancy bottle with promises like “glow in 7 days” or “clear skin instantly” — and you buy it. Right?

But here’s the thing: great packaging doesn’t mean great results. And that’s why at our clinic, we always say — consultation comes first, products come later.

Let’s break it down.

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1. Not Every Skin Problem Is the Same – Even If It Looks Like It

Two people can have pimples.

But one has hormonal acne, and the other has fungal acne.

Both look similar — but they need completely different treatments.

If you skip a consultation and just buy an acne face wash or cream, you’re treating the symptom, not the cause.

In a proper skin consultation, we:

• Examine the type of skin you have

• Understand what triggered the issue

• Find out what you’ve tried before

• Recommend a plan that suits your skin

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2. You Might Be Wasting Money on the Wrong Product

Here’s what we often hear:

“I’ve spent so much on skincare… but nothing works!”

That’s because trial-and-error becomes expensive.

For example:

• You buy a retinol cream for anti-aging — but it’s too strong and causes irritation.

• You try a scrub for rough skin — but it damages your sensitive barrier even more.

• You use a fairness cream for pigmentation — and it makes it worse!

In a consultation, we help you avoid these costly mistakes.

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3. Online Reviews Aren’t Your Skin Type

Just because something worked for your friend or a beauty influencer doesn’t mean it’s right for you.

Your skin is like your fingerprint — totally unique.

In our clinic, we don’t just recommend based on what’s trending. We match products with:

• Skin type (oily, dry, combination, sensitive)

• Skin tone

• Current issues (acne, pigmentation, tanning, aging)

• Seasonal needs (yes, your skincare should change with weather)

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4. It’s Not Just About Products – It’s About Planning

Most people think they just need a cream.

But real skincare is a plan:

• What to apply in the morning

• What to avoid at night

• When to exfoliate

• Which habits to change (e.g. water intake, diet, pillowcases, etc.)

• What not to mix (like Vitamin C with certain acids)

A consultation helps you build a routine that’s simple, affordable, and effective — without overwhelming your skin.

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5. We Spot Red Flags Early

Sometimes that “pimple” is not a pimple.

Sometimes that “rash” is actually an allergy.

Through consultation, we catch:

• Skin infections

• Underlying allergies

• Signs of vitamin deficiencies

• Hormonal imbalance clues

• Reactions due to wrong product use

This saves you months of guessing and stress.

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So, What Happens in a Consultation?

✅ We ask the right questions

✅ We do a face scan or magnified check (if needed)

✅ We take your skin history and preferences

✅ We recommend only what suits YOU

✅ We guide you on application steps, frequency, and precautions

And we’re there for follow-ups, because skin needs time and attention — not just a one-time product purchase.

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Final Thoughts from Dr. Rizwan

Skincare is not “one bottle fixes all.”

It’s personal. It’s medical. And it’s something we take seriously.

Investing in a consultation first means fewer regrets, fewer bad skin days, and more visible, healthy results.

📍 Written by Dr. Mohd Rizwan Khan

Dermatologist | Dr. Rizwan’s Skin, Cosmetic & Laser Clinic, Shahjahanpur

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Need help choosing the right treatment or product for your skin?

Book your consultation today – Let’s work on your skin the smart way.

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