Microdermabrasion

An Overview

If you're looking for a safe, affordable, time-tested skin rejuvenation treatment option, you'd be hard pressed to find a beter solution than Microdermabrasion. A genuine "lunch break facial," microdermabrasion treatments can take as little 20 minutes, working wonders on anything from acne, acne scars, and age spots to enlarged pores, wrinkles, and rosacea.

In the simplest terms, a Microdermabrasion can recharge your look, painlessly buffing away dry, damaged skin cells while encouraging the rise of new, natural collagen: the building blocks of clear, vibrant, youthful skin. Whether it's a one time treatment for sun damage or skin discoloration, or a monthly routine to keep your skin refreshed, Microdermabrasion can prove beneficial for virtually anyone. Check out the Microdermabrasion video below to see how a session is conducted.

What to Expect from Treatment

As seen above, a "microderm machine" is operated by the esthetician. This device emits a pressurized stream of crystals on the skin's surface. Common crystals used in Microdermabrasion include aluminum oxide, zinc oxide, corundum, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, and magnesium oxide. Typically, medical spas and dermatology clinics are set up to handle two or more crystal setups, with aluminum oxide being the industry standard. Aluminum oxide is chemically inert, making it the safe, secure microderm treatment most professionals prefer. Alternative, crystal-free Microdermabrasion options include Vibraderm™, which uses a vibrating paddle. Whichever Microdermabrasion system you choose, each one is designed to gently slough off dead skin, eliminate black heads, shrink large pores, and leave skin feeling soft and smooth.

Microdermabrasion as Acne Treatment: Acne sufferers can see quality results with Microdermabrasion treatments because of the procedure's ability to unclog pores and clear away dirt, oil, and dead skin. This removes much of acne's damage while also allowing the skin to heal more quickly. Furthermore, when dead skin cells are removed, acne-causing bacteria cannot survive as easily. While every patient's situation is unique, most people experience obvious, posituve changes in their skin's tone and texture after after just one Microderm session, and a noticeable reduction in skin imperfections in as little as two sessions.

Also known as the "power peel," Microdermabrasion is a low risk procedure and requires absolutely no downtime or recovery period. It’s effective as an isolated treatment, but can also be combined with Chemical Peels and laser or light-based treatments like IPL Photofacial. Microdermabrasion can actually improve the effects of both Chemical Peels and Photofacials by eliminating dead skin cells and "cleaning the slate," so to speak.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does this Procedure Take?

Microdermabrasion treatments only last for about 30-45 minutes. The number of Microderm treatments required is based on the severity of the skin condition, but many medical spas, laser clinics, and aesthetic professionals sell treatment packages of 5-6.

Microdermabrasion Side Effects:

You can expect a slight dryness and flaking for a few days after your Microdermabrasion treatment.

Length of Microdermabrasion Results:

The duration of your Microdermabrasion results should be fairly long lasting, however, it depends on the severity of the skin damage and the number of treatments received. While you may require up to 2 treatments per month initially; with time many, people require only one treatment a month as a part of a consistent skin care routine.

Microdermabrasion Recovery Time:

There is no recovery time from Microdermabrasion; you can expect to resume your normal activities following your treatment. Microdermabrasion is a great procedure to undergo during your lunch hour.

Typical Minimum Cost:

$125 per treatment

Typical Maximum Cost:

$300 per treatment

Average Cost of Microdermabrasion:

$127 per treatment

Will I feel pain or discomfort after treatment?

You should not feel any pain or discomfort during your Microdermabrasion treatment. If you have extra sensitive skin, your Microdermabrasion provider may suggest some soothing moisturizers to use after treatment to make sure your skin is properly hydrated.

Microdermabrasion can be Combined with:

• Chemical Peels
• IPL Photofacial
• Laser Skin Rejuvenation
• Fraxel®
• VelaSmooth®

Other Names for Microdermabrasion:

Microderm, intense exfoliation, power peel, dermabrasion, skin rejuvenation

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