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74 ASCP Skin Deep Autumn 2026 Treatment Room Considerations If you have the option, consider investing in an electric bed, cooling pads, and a far infrared mat for easy temperature control and relaxation. You can even add this to the intake form so the bed is ready to a client's liking. Install dimmer switches or use a small lamp instead of harsh overhead lights. Provide options with dressing or undressing to their comfort level—some clients love getting into a gown under the sheets with a blanket, while for others it's easier or feels more secure to stay dressed. Having multiple options creates an easily adaptable space for each client. Sounds and Scents Offer an assortment of options for royalty-free music that can put clients at ease and induce a state of relaxation—especially those with sensory or processing disorders. I give clients a choice between classical music or nature sounds, though taking specific requests can create real magic. I treat a retired ballerina and choreographer who loves when I play the two songs from her final performance pieces at full volume during her facial. As she expresses the motions of the dance with her arms, it puts her right back in that place every time—and keeps her coming back. When it comes to scents, be sure to include a line on your intake form asking if any aromas are triggering. This simple step eliminates catalysts for headaches, traumatic memories, or general dislike and ensures their time with you is safe and restorative. Food Allergy Accommodations Because I treat clients with severe nut allergies—and live with two family members who have them—my studio is a strictly nut-free environment. Implementing this policy brings in clients with severe allergies (which often coincide with autoimmune diseases) who have had scary past experiences elsewhere, allowing them to relax. Even trace food residue or lingering odors can make clients with severe allergies anxious before treatment begins. Professional Boundaries and Credentials Post your certifications in your treatment room and list them on your website or Google Business Profile (e.g., oncology trained, manual lymph drainage certified). This helps clients with specialized needs find you. You can also update your intake forms to include fields for things like severe allergens, medical devices, undressing level of comfort, etc. Always practice within the scope of your license and offer referrals when a condition is outside your expertise. Don't pretend to know what you are doing if you feel apprehensive about working with a specific condition. Sometimes, a client might just want to feel good and have a treatment but doesn't know what to expect. Adding details to your website or brochure about yourself that you work with people STOCKSY