Why Med Spas Require So Many Forms (And Why Habit Is Different)

Feb 28

If you’ve ever wondered,
“Why do I have to fill out so many forms at a med spa?”
You’re not alone.

At Habit Med Spa & Facial Bar, we require annual agreements, treatment consent forms, medical Good Faith Exams, and payment authorizations. And no — it’s not just legal paperwork. It’s part of how we operate as a medically responsible aesthetic practice, not just a spa.

Why Medical Spas Require Consent Forms:

Unlike traditional spas, medical spas work with:

Chemical peels and medical-grade exfoliants

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Microneedling devices
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Laser treatments
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Prescription-strength skincare
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Advanced corrective treatments
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These services can dramatically improve skin — but they also carry risk.

Consent forms in a medical spa setting:

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Document your health history
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Identify contraindications
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Explain risks and side effects
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Outline aftercare requirements
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Confirm you understand what treatment is being performed

This protects both the client and the provider. Even the most skilled aesthetic provider cannot control how your skin biologically responds. Documentation ensures transparency before treatment begins.

Why Habit Requires Annual Agreements

Every year, clients review and re-sign agreements including:

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Privacy Policy
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Email & SMS Communication Policy
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Booking & Cancellation Policy
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Photography Consent
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Terms of Service
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No Refund Policy (Crosby Clause)
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Card on File Consent
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Why annually?

Because:

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Your health history may change
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Your medications may change
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Your treatment goals evolve
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Regulations and standards evolve
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Policies may be updated
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Re-signing annually keeps your file current and gives you the opportunity to review and update your preferences.

This isn’t just compliance — it’s clinical documentation.

What These Forms Actually Do

Our documentation allows us to:

Track your treatment history year over year

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Monitor skin reactions and progress
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Record device settings and product usage

Maintain medical oversight for advanced treatments

Protect sensitive health and payment nformation

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Provide continuity of care
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In other words, these forms help us treat your skin strategically — not randomly. Your treatment plan today should not look the same as it did two years ago. And our records allow us to adjust accordingly.

Why Medical Spas Have No Refund Policies

Many clients search:
“Why don’t med spas offer refunds?”

Here’s the reality:

Aesthetic treatments are clinical services performed in real time.

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Provider time is reserved
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Medical-grade product is used
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Devices are operated
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Risk is assumed
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Results vary based on biology, hormones, lifestyle, compliance, and health factors. Because outcomes cannot be guaranteed, most reputable medical spas maintain strict no-refund policies for services performed.At Habit, this policy ensures clarity before treatment begins.

Why Med Spas Require a Card on File

A card on file:

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Secures provider time
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Prevents no-show losses
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Keeps memberships compliant
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Maintains billing consistency
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This is standard in medical aesthetics and healthcare-adjacent practices. Payment information is stored securely in a PCI-compliant system — not accessed by staff.

How Habit Is Different

Not every med spa operates with medical-grade structure.

Habit does.

At Habit We:

Require Good Faith Exams for medical treatments

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Maintain medical director oversight
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Track treatment history long-term
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Document device parameters
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Update agreements annually
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Prioritize informed consent
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This level of documentation isn’t about bureaucracy. It’s about safety. It’s about accountability. It’s about treating skincare like healthcare, because it is.

The Bottom Line

If you’re looking for a quick, casual facial experience, our documentation may feel excessive. If you’re looking for structured, medically responsible skin treatment — this is exactly what you want.

Our forms create:

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Transparency
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Informed consent
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Long-term treatment tracking
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Legal and clinical protection
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Clear expectations
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At Habit Med Spa, we don’t cut corners. Because advanced skincare deserves medical-level standards. If you ever have questions about your forms or our documentation process you are always welcome to reach out to us by emailing hello@goodskinhbit.com and we will be happy to assist you in anyway or connect you with our Medical Director if you have further questions about our documentation process.

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Summer Layton

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