New to aesthetics? Where should I start?

The world of aesthetics can be scary! There’s stigmas, misconceptions, false information on the internet, judgement; literally all the things! Trust me, before I was in this industry, I had my questions and reservations too! But the truth is, modern aesthetic medicine is not about transforming your face or changing your look— it’s about restoring balance, enhancing natural beauty, and helping you feel confident in your own skin. It’s completely normal to feel nervous before your first appointment; your face is personal, and trusting someone with it takes courage. The goal is to create soft, natural, and balanced results that make you look refreshed, not “done”. As I always like to say, you are our walking billboard, so we want you to have amazing results just as much as you do! 🙂

My advice for anyone new to aesthetics? Book a consultation. At Arya, our complimentary consultations give you the chance to connect with a provider, share your goals, and address any worries before starting treatment — no pressure, just guidance and education. At your consultation, you will be provided with different treatment options based off of your goals and your concerns. Whether you’re interested in softening fine lines, restoring volume, improving skin texture, or just learning more about what’s possible, we’ll create a personalized plan that fits your anatomy, lifestyle, and comfort level. This is also a great time to talk openly about your budget — your provider can help you prioritize treatments that will give you the best, most natural-looking results within your comfort zone. One thing I always like to remind first-time patients is that a consultation is just a conversation. There are absolutely no strings attached and no pressure to commit to any treatment that day. It’s simply your time to learn, ask questions, and get professional, honest guidance.

One of the biggest misconceptions I see with new patients is the idea that you have to do everything all at once to see results — and that couldn’t be further from the truth. Aesthetics is a marathon, not a sprint. Sometimes that means starting small with something simple, like Botox or skincare, and building from there over time. Small, consistent steps often lead to the most natural, beautiful, and long-lasting results. There’s no rush and no pressure to transform overnight. Gradual improvements not only look more authentic, but they also give you the opportunity to appreciate and adjust to your results along the way.

As always, if you have questions on this treatment, or any of Arya’s services, please feel free to contact me (my instagram is @audreylampe) and I would be happy to chat with you! Thank you so much for being here and all of your continued support; it means the world!

xoxo

Audrey 🖤

Audrey Lampe, BSN, RN. Arya Medical Spa. 1185 Fortune Blvd Shiloh, IL. Call 618-624-7300 or message me to book. You can find me on instagram @audreylampe. 🖤