FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your Questions, Answered
Everything you need to know about our treatments, safety standards, and what to expect at Rani Beauty Clinic.
BOTOX
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How much does Botox cost?
Rani's current cosmetic menu is BOTOX-only at $16 per actual BOTOX Cosmetic unit. The alternative BOTOX Consultation is separately $150; treatment and the clinician-assessed quantity are priced separately. Dysport is not offered.
Is Botox safe?
Botox candidacy, risks, and suitability should be reviewed before treatment. At Rani Beauty Clinic, suitability and health history are reviewed before neurotoxin treatment. Ask any clinic who supervises its injectable treatments, and verify a Washington physician's license through the state Department of Health provider search before you proceed.
What age should I start Botox?
There is no single ideal age to start Botox. Many patients begin preventative Botox in their late 20s or early 30s to slow the formation of dynamic wrinkles before they become static lines. Others start later when lines at rest become more noticeable. Our team will evaluate your skin, muscle movement, and goals to determine whether Botox is appropriate for you at any age.
How do I choose between Botox and fillers?
Botox and fillers address different concerns. Botox relaxes muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles such as forehead lines, frown lines, and crow’s feet. Dermal fillers restore lost volume, enhance contours, and smooth static folds like nasolabial lines. Many patients benefit from both. During your consultation at Rani Beauty Clinic, we will recommend the right combination based on your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Laser Hair Removal
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Does laser hair removal hurt?
Most patients describe laser hair removal as a quick snapping sensation, similar to a rubber band lightly flicking the skin. Ask which device the clinic uses and what cooling technology it includes — integrated cooling systems on modern laser platforms are designed to reduce discomfort during treatment. Sensitive areas like the bikini line or underarms may feel more intense, but sessions are short and highly tolerable for most patients.
How many laser hair removal sessions do I need?
Most patients need 6 to 8 sessions spaced 4 to 8 weeks apart for long-term hair reduction. Hair grows in cycles, and the laser is most effective during the active growth phase. Additional factors like hair color, thickness, skin type, hormonal influences, and the treatment area all affect the total number of sessions. Our clinicians will create a personalized plan during your consultation.
Is laser hair removal safe for darker skin tones?
Yes, when the right device and settings are used. Ask the clinic which laser device and wavelengths it offers. The Nd:YAG 1064nm wavelength is designed to treat deeper skin tones more safely than older single-wavelength systems. Your provider will assess your Fitzpatrick skin type before treatment.
What should I avoid before laser hair removal?
Avoid waxing, plucking, tanning, and self-tanner before treatment. Shaving is usually recommended because the laser targets pigment in the hair follicle beneath the skin. Your provider will give timing instructions based on the treatment area and your skin type.
HydraFacial
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What is a HydraFacial?
Signature HydraFacial face care is $225 per visit. It is the current HydraFacial choice; back/scalp services, tier upgrades and public add-ons are not offered. The separate Clinical Deep-Cleansing Facial is $149 and includes mechanical cleansing and appropriate extractions. Confirm individual suitability and what the named appointment includes before booking.
How often should I get a HydraFacial?
Many patients choose HydraFacial every 4 to 6 weeks for maintenance, glow, hydration, and congestion control. If you are preparing for an event, a HydraFacial can often be scheduled a few days beforehand because it has little to no required recovery for most skin types.
Can HydraFacial help acne or clogged pores?
HydraFacial may help improve the appearance of congestion, oily skin, dullness, and texture by combining gentle exfoliation, extractions, and targeted serums. For active acne, your provider may pair HydraFacial with medical-grade skincare or other treatments depending on severity and sensitivity.
RF Microneedling
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What is RF microneedling?
RF microneedling combines traditional microneedling with radiofrequency energy delivered through tiny needles into the deeper layers of the skin. This dual action stimulates collagen and elastin production more effectively than standard microneedling alone. At Rani Beauty Clinic, we use the Cutera Secret RF; suitability and treatment settings are reviewed during consultation.
Does microneedling hurt?
A topical numbing cream is applied before your RF microneedling session to minimize discomfort. Most patients describe the sensation as a warm prickling feeling. The Cutera Secret RF is designed for patient comfort with adjustable depth and energy settings. Any mild redness or warmth after treatment typically subsides within 24 to 48 hours.
How many RF microneedling sessions do I need?
Most patients benefit from a series of 3 treatments spaced several weeks apart, followed by maintenance based on skin quality and goals. Acne scars, laxity, and deeper texture concerns may require more sessions than mild rejuvenation.
Dermal Fillers
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Are dermal fillers safe?
Dermal filler safety depends on product choice, anatomy, dosing, sterile technique, and injector training. At Rani Beauty Clinic, suitability is reviewed before treatment, and your provider can explain who supervises filler treatments and how complications would be handled.
How long do fillers last?
The longevity of dermal fillers depends on the product used, the treatment area, and your individual metabolism. Lip fillers typically last 6 to 12 months, cheek fillers can last 12 to 18 months, and some jawline or chin fillers may last up to 2 years. Our team will discuss expected duration during your consultation so you can plan maintenance appointments accordingly.
Can filler be dissolved?
Many hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved with hyaluronidase if correction is medically appropriate. This is one reason Rani Beauty Clinic performs conservative, anatomy-guided treatment planning.
Chemical Peels
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What do chemical peels cost?
VI Peel face care is $325 per visit, with the formula selected by the clinician. PRX-T33 full-face care is $495 per visit and includes clinical cleansing. BioRePeel face care is $350 per visit; face-and-neck care is $450. Confirm the named area, suitability and complete written quote; a listed visit price does not prescribe a course.
Which chemical peel is right for me?
The right peel depends on your skin tone, sensitivity, pigment risk, acne history, and goals. Rani Beauty Clinic offers peel options for brightening, texture, acne, melasma-prone pigmentation, and overall resurfacing. Your provider will choose a peel strength and prep plan that fits your skin safely.
How much peeling should I expect after a chemical peel?
Peeling varies by formula and depth. Some peels create visible flaking for several days, while lighter peels may create little obvious peeling but still improve tone and texture. Your provider will explain the expected downtime before treatment.
Are chemical peels safe for darker skin tones?
Chemical peels can be safe for deeper skin tones when the correct formula, preparation, and aftercare are used. Because pigment risk is higher with aggressive treatments, we take a conservative, skin-type-aware approach and emphasize sunscreen and post-care compliance.
GLP-1 Weight Management
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What is GLP-1 for weight loss?
GLP-1 receptor agonists are medications that help regulate appetite, slow gastric emptying, and support weight management when clinically appropriate and combined with lifestyle modifications. Current monthly weight-management ranges are liraglutide $249–$349, semaglutide $349–$549 and tirzepatide $449–$699. The initial medical consultation is separately $149. Your written plan confirms the exact medication, visits, testing, monitoring and other inclusions and charges; do not assume a fixed all-in or medication-excluded policy. Ask who assesses and prescribes your care and how any monitoring is arranged.
How much weight can you lose on GLP-1?
Clinical studies show meaningful average weight loss for eligible patients on GLP-1 medications, but individual results vary based on adherence, lifestyle changes, starting weight, medication response, and metabolic factors. Confirm any monitoring and support arrangements in your individual written plan.
Do I need blood work before starting GLP-1?
Testing is ordered only if the assessing clinician determines it is appropriate. Confirm any requested tests, where they would be performed, preparation instructions and separate charges. A consultation does not automatically reserve a blood draw or guarantee an included laboratory panel.
What is included in the Rani Protocol?
Your individual written plan confirms the medication, visits, any ordered testing, monitoring, other inclusions and separate charges. The initial assessment does not guarantee a prescription or an all-in program. Confirm who assesses and prescribes your care; do not infer a dose or repeat schedule from a public menu description.
Sofwave
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What is Sofwave?
Sofwave is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive skin tightening and lifting treatment that uses Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam (SUPERB) technology to stimulate new collagen production in the mid-dermis. It can address fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity on the face, neck, and brow with minimal required recovery for many clients. Results develop gradually over 3 to 6 months as collagen remodels.
Who is a good candidate for Sofwave?
Sofwave is often a good fit for mild to moderate skin laxity, early jowling, brow heaviness, fine lines, and patients who want a non-surgical lift with minimal required recovery. A consultation helps determine whether Sofwave, RF microneedling, fillers, or another option is the better match.
How long does Sofwave take?
Most Sofwave appointments are completed in about 30 to 60 minutes depending on the areas treated. There is typically little to no required recovery, and collagen-building results continue to develop over the following months.
General
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Is medspa treatment safe?
Medspa treatments involve individual risks and should be performed in a properly supervised clinical environment. At Rani Beauty Clinic, suitability, protocols, and health history are reviewed before beginning treatment. You can verify any Washington physician's license through the Department of Health provider search.
Do I need a consultation first?
Choose the appointment that fits your question. The standalone AURA face-and-neck 3D Skin Analysis & Image Review is $99. The $150 Aesthetic Consultation includes AURA imaging; a separate scan fee is not added to that appointment. Focused aesthetic consultations are alternative appointment choices, not an extra required assessment. The initial weight-management medical consultation is separately $149; the initial hormone medical consultation is separately $149. Treatment and any ordered testing are confirmed in the individual written plan; no blood draw, prescription or automatic treatment credit is reserved by an assessment fee.
What payment options are available?
Rani Beauty Clinic accepts major credit and debit cards through Square. Confirm any membership, financing or package terms in writing, including eligibility, charges, benefits and exclusions. Do not assume a discount, waived assessment or automatic treatment credit. Financing eligibility and terms are subject to the provider's decision.
Is there downtime after treatments?
Downtime varies by treatment. Botox and HydraFacial usually have minimal required recovery for most clients. Laser hair removal and chemical peels may involve mild redness for 24 to 48 hours. RF microneedling typically requires 1 to 3 days of social downtime as the skin heals. Our team will provide detailed aftercare instructions and realistic expectations for every treatment.
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