Contraindications

What is a contraindication?

A contraindication is a condition, circumstance or factor that may mean a treatment needs to be adapted, postponed or avoided altogether.


Some contraindications are temporary, some only affect a particular area, and others may mean that a treatment is not suitable. Certain medical conditions or medications may also require further information or medical advice before treatment can safely go ahead.


If you have a medical condition, are taking medication, have recently undergone surgery or medical treatment, or are unsure whether any of the following applies to you, please contact me before booking.


Treatment suitability will be assessed individually and, where appropriate, you may be advised to seek guidance from your GP or another healthcare professional.



Nail Treatments

A nail treatment may need to be adapted or postponed if you have:

  • A suspected nail or skin infection
  • Broken, sore or inflamed skin around the treatment area
  • Nail separation or significant nail damage
  • Bruising or a recent injury to the hands or feet
  • Recent scar tissue in the treatment area
  • Extremely weak or damaged nails
  • Severely bitten or traumatised nails

Please note: I am unable to remove gel products that have been applied elsewhere. If you currently have gel applied by another salon or therapist, please arrange for this to be removed before your appointment. If I am unable to carry out your booked treatment as a result, the normal cancellation/appointment policy may apply.



Elim Pedicure Treatments

An Elim treatment may need to be adapted or postponed where there is:

  • Bleeding or broken skin
  • Sunburn
  • Active eczema or psoriasis in the treatment area
  • Unexplained swelling or inflammation
  • An infectious skin condition
  • Open cuts or abrasions
  • Verrucae
  • Known sensitivity or allergy to any of the products or ingredients
  • Use of medication or treatments that significantly affect the condition or sensitivity of the skin

If you are pregnant, diabetic, receiving medical treatment or have a condition affecting your feet, circulation or skin, please let me know before your appointment so that treatment suitability can be assessed.



Waxing / Hair Removal

Waxing may need to be adapted, avoided in a particular area or postponed if you have:

  • A skin disorder, infection or significant irritation
  • Broken, sore, sunburnt or damaged skin
  • Severe bruising
  • Reduced or altered skin sensation
  • Varicose veins or other circulatory concerns in the treatment area
  • Folliculitis
  • Cuts, sores, warts, unexplained lumps or swelling in the treatment area
  • Known allergies or sensitivities
  • Medication or skincare treatments that may make the skin particularly sensitive or fragile

Please disclose any relevant medication, medical conditions, allergies or recent skin treatments before waxing.



Eye Treatments

Eye treatments, including tinting and lash lifting, may need to be postponed or may not be suitable if you have:

  • A positive reaction to your patch test
  • An active eye infection such as conjunctivitis
  • Blepharitis
  • Styes or cysts
  • Cuts, abrasions, inflammation or swelling around the eye
  • A skin condition affecting the eye area
  • Recent surgery or procedures around the eyes
  • Keratitis
  • Excessively watery or irritated eyes
  • Significant sensitivity around the eyes
  • Recent lash lifting/perming where another treatment would not yet be appropriate


Contact lenses must be removed before treatment.


Pregnancy, hormonal changes, medication and certain medical treatments can affect sensitivity or treatment results. Please let me know about anything relevant before your appointment.


A patch test is required for relevant tinting and lash treatments.



Facial Treatments

A facial may need to be adapted or postponed if you have:

  • Sunburn or highly irritated/sensitive skin
  • Acute inflammation or swelling
  • An infectious or contagious skin condition
  • Broken or damaged skin
  • Significant skin sensitivity
  • Recent facial surgery or medical procedures
  • Recent injectable or advanced aesthetic treatments
  • Recent chemical peels or other intensive skin treatments
  • Allergies or sensitivities to skincare ingredients

Please disclose relevant medical conditions, medication, allergies and recent aesthetic or medical treatments before your facial so that I can determine whether the treatment needs to be adapted or postponed.



Spray Tanning

A spray tan may need to be postponed or may not be suitable if you have:

  • An active skin infection
  • Broken, sore or irritated skin
  • Active eczema or psoriasis in the treatment area
  • Cuts or abrasions
  • A known sensitivity or allergy to tanning products
  • A reaction to your patch test
  • A respiratory condition that may be affected by spray tanning


A patch test is required at least 24 hours before your spray tan where applicable under Orchid Beauty Room's patch-testing policy.


If you are pregnant or have a medical condition that may affect your suitability for spray tanning, please contact me before booking.



Massage Treatments

Massage may need to be adapted, postponed or avoided depending on your health and circumstances.

Please contact me before booking if you have:

  • A fever, infectious illness or contagious condition
  • A contagious or active skin infection
  • Significant inflammation or swelling
  • A recent injury, fracture, sprain or strain
  • Recent surgery
  • Open wounds, cuts, burns or significant bruising
  • A blood-clotting disorder or history/risk of thrombosis or DVT
  • A condition affecting circulation
  • Osteoporosis or fragile bones
  • Reduced sensation or neuropathy
  • A heart or cardiovascular condition
  • Uncontrolled or unstable blood pressure
  • Epilepsy
  • Diabetes
  • Cancer or are currently undergoing cancer treatment
  • Any other medical condition that may affect your suitability for massage


Please also let me know if you are pregnant, as your treatment may need to be adapted and suitability considered according to your stage of pregnancy and individual circumstances.


Massage will not be carried out if you are under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs.


Some localised conditions, such as minor bruising, cuts or areas of inflammation, may simply be avoided during an otherwise suitable treatment.



Hot Stone Massage

Because hot stone massage involves additional heat, there are some circumstances where it may not be appropriate even when a standard massage would be suitable.

Please contact me before booking if you:

  • Have reduced or altered sensation
  • Have neuropathy or difficulty detecting heat
  • Have a circulatory or cardiovascular condition
  • Have uncontrolled or unstable blood pressure
  • Have particularly fragile or sensitive skin
  • Have active inflammation, burns, sunburn or a skin condition in the treatment area
  • Have recently undergone surgery
  • Are currently undergoing, or have recently undergone, significant medical treatment
  • Take medication that affects your sensitivity to heat, circulation or bleeding
  • Are pregnant
  • Have another medical condition that could affect your ability to safely receive heat treatment


Where hot stone massage is unsuitable, another massage treatment may be more appropriate.



Unsure Before Booking?



Please contact me before booking if you are unsure whether a medical condition, medication, allergy, pregnancy, recent procedure or other circumstance may affect your treatment.


I would much rather discuss this with you beforehand so that I can make sure your chosen treatment is appropriate for you. In some circumstances I may recommend postponing treatment, adapting it, choosing an alternative treatment or seeking advice from an appropriate healthcare professional before proceeding.


CONTACT ME BOOK ONLINE