Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 2026

Welcome to Tagged Skin Clinic ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, book a consultation, or undergo skin blemish removal treatments with us.

By using our website or submitting your information, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide safe, effective, and personalized aesthetic care:

A. Personal Identification Data

  • Full name

  • Contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)

  • Date of birth

B. Special Category / Health Data (Medical Information)

Because we perform minor cosmetic procedures (advanced electrolysis), we must collect relevant health details to ensure treatment safety, including:

  • Medical history, allergies, medications, and underlying health conditions

  • Skin type and previous skin treatments or complications

  • Emergency contact details

C. Treatment Photos & Videos

  • Before, during, and after photos or video footage of treated areas.

  • Note: For Models, media consent is a requirement for participation. For regular clients, media is captured for medical record-keeping and will only be shared publicly with explicit written consent.

D. Technical & Usage Data

  • IP address, browser type, device information, and website cookies to help improve your browsing experience.

2. How We Collect Your Information

We collect data when you:

  • Fill out an inquiry form, booking request, or model application on our website.

  • Complete a medical consultation or consent form (digital or paper).

  • Communicate with us via email, phone, or social media messaging.

  • Attend appointments at Tagged Skin Clinic.

3. How We Use Your Information

We process your data for the following lawful reasons:

  1. To Perform Our Service: Assessing your suitability for treatment, providing electrolysis procedures safely, and maintaining accurate clinical records.

  2. To Manage Appointments: Sending booking confirmations, reminders, and follow-up aftercare instructions.

  3. For Model Portfolios & Marketing: Sharing anonymized or consented before-and-after photos on our website, social media, and marketing materials (with your explicit consent).

  4. Legal & Insurance Obligations: Maintaining medical records for the duration required by UK insurance regulations and health guidelines.

4. How Long We Keep Your Data

  • Clinical & Consultation Records: Under UK medical insurance guidelines, health records and consent forms are retained for a minimum of 7 years from the date of your last treatment (or up to age 25 for clients under 18 at the time of treatment).

  • Marketing Data: Retained until you opt out or unsubscribe.

5. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and never sell your data to third parties. We only share information with trusted third parties under strict confidentiality agreements, including:

  • Booking & Record-Keeping Systems: Secure online platforms used to manage schedules and client medical notes.

  • Insurance Providers & Legal Counsel: In the unlikely event of a medical claim or dispute.

  • Regulatory Authorities: If required to do so by UK law.

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

As an individual, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.

  • Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and insurance retention requirements for medical records).

  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing emails or public media usage at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at bajanskincare@gmail.com.

7. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or alteration of your personal data. Digital records are stored on secure, password-protected servers, and physical files are stored in locked premises.

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather anonymous website traffic analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies at any time.

9. Contact Us & Complaints

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled at Tagged Skin Clinic, please contact us:

  • Business Name: Tagged Skin Clinic

  • Practitioner / Data Controller: Karla Watkins

  • Email: bajanskincare@gmail.com

  • Phone: 07715 061470

If you believe your data has been handled improperly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.