What is generally the best practice after an adverse reaction occurs during a treatment?

The best practice after an adverse reaction occurs during a treatment is to document the reaction and stop the treatment. This is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the client is of utmost importance. Stopping the treatment allows the practitioner to assess the severity of the reaction and provide the necessary care, such as applying soothing products or assessing whether medical intervention is needed.

Documenting the reaction is essential for record-keeping purposes. It provides an accurate account of what occurred during the session, which is vital for any follow-up actions and for the client’s health history. This documentation can also protect the practitioner from potential liability by demonstrating that appropriate steps were taken in response to the adverse reaction.

Continuing the treatment, applying immediate moisturizers without assessing the reaction, or ignoring minor reactions could exacerbate the situation or lead to further complications, which is why these practices are not considered the best response. Always prioritizing client safety and maintaining accurate records is fundamental in esthetics practice.