Getting Started · Apple Valley, MN

Your First Med Spa Visit: What to Expect at Aesthetic Beauty Lab

Nervous about your first appointment? Here is what happens from booking to aftercare, so you can walk in feeling confident.

By Nikita Musta, RN · 5 min read · Getting Started

Feeling a little nervous before your first med spa appointment is completely normal. Many of our clients tell us they were nervous too, and that the team made them feel comfortable right away. Here is exactly what happens at Aesthetic Beauty Lab, so there are no surprises.

Before your visit

  • Book online with the Book Now button or call us. Not sure what to book? Try Design My Aesthetic Plan or the laser hair removal quiz.
  • Complete your intake forms, including your health history and any medications you take.
  • Let us know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, since some treatments are not done during that time.
  • Planning Botox or filler? Read our Botox prep tips first.

Your consultation

Your visit starts with a conversation. Your provider asks about your goals, reviews your health history and explains your options, including what results to expect, any downtime and the total cost, before anything is done. You never have to decide on the spot.

A good provider will tell you when a treatment is not right for you. Our goal is natural results and a plan that fits your skin, your budget and your timeline.

During your treatment

Your provider walks you through each step as it happens. For many injectable and skin treatments, comfort measures are available, and you can ask questions at any point. Most appointments take 30 to 60 minutes.

After your visit

You will leave with aftercare instructions for your treatment and a plan for your next steps. If anything comes up after your appointment, call us. Our team is here to help.

Questions to ask at your first visit

  • Who will be doing my treatment, and what is their training?
  • Which product or device will you use, and why?
  • How much will my treatment cost in total?
  • Is there any downtime, and when will I see results?
  • How often will I need to come back to keep my results?

Ways to pay

We offer payment plans through Cherry, CareCredit, PatientFi, Affirm and Klarna, and memberships for clients who come in regularly. Current offers are on our specials page.

Visit us in Apple Valley

Aesthetic Beauty Lab is a nurse-led med spa at 15875 Emperor Ave Suite 120 in Apple Valley, MN, open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am to 4pm. We welcome clients from Lakeville, Burnsville, Eagan, Rosemount, Farmington and across the south metro. Explore all of our med spa services.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a consultation before my first treatment?

Your first visit starts with a conversation about your goals and health history. Your provider explains your options and the total cost before anything is done.

Is it normal to be nervous before a med spa visit?

Yes. Many first-time clients feel nervous. Our team explains each step and answers your questions so you feel comfortable.

How do I choose the right treatment?

Try Design My Aesthetic Plan on our website, or book a visit and your provider will recommend options based on your goals.

Can I pay over time?

Yes. We offer payment plans through Cherry, CareCredit, PatientFi, Affirm and Klarna.

New Here?

Start with a plan made for you

Book your first visit, or tell us your goals and we will suggest where to start.

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