Microdermabrasion

Skin is first cleansed with a special cleansing gel or alcohol. The aluminum oxide micro-crystal flow is sandblasted through a small tube pressed against the skin. The tube also vacuums back dead skin cells and used micro crystals. After microdermabrasion, your skin is soothed with a special nourishing sun-blocking cream, allowing you to go back to your daily routine immediately after treatment.

A typical microdermabrasion face treatment takes between 20 and 30 minutes. However, if you want your neck or other parts of the body treated, it may last up to an hour. 

If the goal is to get rid of superficial acne scars, blotchy skin, large pores, age or sun spots, fine wrinkles, or uneven skin tone and texture, you are a perfect candidate for microdermabrasion. All skin types and colors can be treated with microdermabrasion. However, talk to a specialist about your medical history because there are conditions such as rosacea that may make microdermabrasion unsuitable for you.

Your dermatologist or cosmetic professional will give you a rough idea of the number of microdermabrasion treatments needed for the best results. Major changes are obvious after the fifth session, even though most patients say they observed improvements after the first two.  Generally, 6 to 8 microdermabrasion treatments, scheduled around two to three weeks apart are recommended so the skin has time to recover between sessions. After the recommended number of sessions, you may have to schedule another abrasion once every two or three months, to maintain the effects.

Microdermabrasion treatments are virtually painless. Some patients have reported some itchiness or stinginess when microcrystals came in contact with their skin. You may feel some discomfort around the eyes, but as the treatment continues, your skin gets used to the crystal flow. Your face may appear a little pinkish in the first 24 hours, but you should not experience any itchiness or pain.