Patch Test Policy

All treatments involving Waxing, Tinting, Lash Extensions, Lash Lifts and Numbing Cream will require a patch test.

Tinting:

  • Treatments included: Henna Tint, HD Brow Tint, Tint used for Tint & Shape & Brow Code Tint
  • Policy: A patch test must be carried out at least 48hrs before treatment and no longer than 5 days before.
  • Validity: Patch tests are valid for 6 months only.
  • Contraindications: No treatment for Under 16’s.
    • HD Tint cannot be used during pregnancy
    • Henna Tint & Brow Code tint must be patch tested at least 48hrs before every treatment during pregnancy.

Waxing: 

  • Treatments included: All Waxing Treatments.
  • Policy: A patch test must be carried out at least 48hrs before treatment.
  • Validity: Patch tests are valid for 6 months only.
  • Contraindications: No treatment for Under 13’s.
  • Lash Lift:
  • Treatments included: LVL 
  • Policy: A patch test must be carried out at least 48hrs before treatment.
  • Validity: Patch tests are valid for 6 months only.
  • Contraindications: No treatment for Under 16’s or during the first 3 months of pregnancy

Numbing Cream (used for Microneedling):

  • Treatments included: Microneedling, CST & Fillmed
  • Policy: A patch test must be carried out at least 48hrs before treatment.
  • Validity: Patch tests are valid for 6 months only.
  • Contraindications: No treatment for Under 18’s or during pregnancy

For your safety. we reserve the right to refuse any service to you if you do not hold a valid patch test.

Before every treatment with us you will be asked to fill out your consultation form, even if you are a regular client. The purpose of this is to give you an opportunity to make us aware of any changes that may have happened since your last treatment with us. We require to be notified of any changes including pregnancy, medication changes and health changes as they may effect your treatment with us.

We strive to make your experience with us as enjoyable and safe as possible while providing you with excellent customer service and these are steps that are essential to us achieving our goal for you. If you have any questions about our patch test policy please give us a call on 046 9022773 or email us at info@skinandbodyworks.ie