What a Skin Consultation at Remedy Actually Looks Like
If you’ve ever sat down for a facial and thought,
“Okay… but how do they really know what my skin needs?”
this is for you.
At Remedy, we don’t just cleanse your face and hope for the best. Every facial starts with a skin consultation, because skin isn’t one-size-fits-all and it’s definitely not static.
Your skin tells a story. Our job is to listen.
First things first: this isn’t about pointing out “problems”
A skin consultation at Remedy is not:
a checklist
a diagnosis
a moment to make you feel bad about your skin
It’s a conversation. It’s context. It’s understanding why your skin is behaving the way it is right now.
Because skin reacts to life: stress, hormones, sleep, food, travel, products, the ocean, the sun, your nervous system. All of it.
We start with conversation, not tools
Before any lights come out, we talk.
We ask about things like:
What you’re actually struggling with (not just what you think you “should” care about)
Breakouts, sensitivity, dryness, pigmentation
What you’re using at home (and how consistently)
Stress levels, cycles, lifestyle, environment
This matters because skin doesn’t exist in isolation.
Two people can have the same breakout and need completely different care.
Then we look, and we touch
Skin can look oily and be dehydrated.
Skin can look calm and be stressed underneath.
Skin can look “fine” and still feel off.
So we assess:
Texture
Hydration
Congestion
Sensitivity
How your skin actually feels, not just how it photographs
Touch tells us a lot.
Where the Wood’s lamp comes in (and what it’s actually for)
This is usually the part people are curious about.
A Wood’s lamp is a soft UV light we sometimes use during consultations to help us see what’s happening beneath the surface of the skin, things that aren’t always obvious under regular lighting.
It’s not scary.
It’s not diagnostic.
And it’s definitely not the whole story.
It’s just another way to gather information.
What the Wood’s lamp can help highlight
When used thoughtfully, a Wood’s lamp can help us notice:
Dehydration (even if your skin is oily)
Congestion and clogged pores
Areas of excess oil production
Bacterial activity often linked with acne
Pigmentation or sun damage that hasn’t fully surfaced yet
This helps us stop guessing, and start tailoring.
About the colors (without overcomplicating it)
You might see different tones under the lamp, and people love to Google this part, but Here's what it’s about:
Blue / light blue → generally balanced, hydrated skin
Yellow tones → oiliness or congestion
Green tones → dehydration under the surface
Purple or violet → stressed or compromised skin barrier
Brown / darker areas → pigmentation or sun damage
Bright white areas → buildup or thicker skin
These are indicators, not labels. Skin changes. We read these cues alongside you, not instead of you.
How this actually changes your facial
This is the part that matters most.
What we learn during your consultation helps us:
Choose the right facial approach (not just the name of the service)
Adjust exfoliation so we’re not doing too much or too little
Support your skin barrier instead of fighting it
Treat acne, pigmentation, or sensitivity safely
Customize products used for your skin that day
Two people can book the same facial and have totally different experiences — on purpose.
And yes, it guides home care too (but gently)
We’re not here to overwhelm you with products.
Your consultation helps us recommend:
What your skin actually needs right now
What will support long-term balance
What fits your real life, not a 12-step routine
Consistency > complexity. Always.
Tools don’t replace intuition, they support it
The Wood’s lamp is helpful, but it’s not magic.
Skin health is influenced by:
Hormones
Stress
Nervous system regulation
Environment
How safe your body feels
That’s why we never rely on one tool alone. Experience, touch, conversation, and intuition all matter.
The Remedy approach (this part is important to us)
At Remedy, skin consultations are about:
Education without judgment
Awareness without fear
Support without pressure
We want you to leave understanding your skin better — not feeling like something is “wrong” with you.
So basically….
A Wood’s lamp doesn’t tell the whole story.
But when it’s used with intention, it helps us ask better questions.
And better questions lead to better care.
Healthy skin isn’t about chasing perfection.
It’s about listening, responding, and supporting your skin through the seasons it’s in.
That’s what we do here.
If you’re interested you may book a free consult!