Informed, Not Influenced: A Clinical Approach to Consent in Cosmetic Medicine

At The Derm Clinic, our foundation is built on integrity, transparency, and patient-centred care. As a Nurse Practitioner, we carry the clinical authority and ethical responsibility to ensure each individual is informed, supported, and safe.

Informed consent in aesthetic medicine is not a tick-box exercise. It is a conversation. One that encompasses your motivations, medical history, expectations, and the potential risks and outcomes of any intervention.

As autonomous health professionals, nurse practitioners are authorised to both prescribe and perform cosmetic treatments. This independence brings with it a deeper duty: to lead consultations that are clinically sound, free of coercion, and aligned with your best interests.

A meaningful consent process involves:

·      A thorough medical assessment

·      Clear discussion of the treatment, including the substance used, dosage, technique, risks, alternatives, and costs

·      Exploration of your goals and whether those goals can be ethically and safely met

·      A cooling-off period where needed, and ongoing opportunities to ask questions

We understand that aesthetic decisions are deeply personal. But they must also be grounded in clinical judgement. We will never minimise risks or overpromise results. Instead, we prioritise clarity, safety, and your right to make informed decisions without pressure.

Because thoughtful care doesn’t begin with a product. It begins with a practitioner who listens and cares.