Microdermabrasion

What is Microdermabrasion?

 

How does it work?

 

What type of results can be expected?

 

How many treatments are necessary to see the results?

 

How often should Microdermabrasion be performed?

 

Is Microdermabrasion only for the face?

 

Who can undergo these treatments?

 

What does Microdermabrasion feel like?

 

What is the average treatment time for the face?

 

What will my skin look like after a treatment?

 
 

Microdermabrasion is the most natural way to evenly and safely exfoliate the skin without the use of chemicals or a laser. The exfoliation process rejuvenates the skin by utilizing ultra-fine diamond heads to remove the upper layer of the epidermis. Studies have shown that microdermabrasion increases the production of collagen and elastin. The final result is firmer, more youthful skin over time.

 

Diamond microdermabrasion relies on the microdermabrasion tips covered in tiny diamonds to perform skin exfoliation. When the diamond tip makes contact with the skin it abrades the top layer of pulling it off. The microdermabrasion machine then sucks the loose, dead skin cells away from the face/body.

 

In addition to surface exfoliation, microdermabrasion promotes the production of new cells in the basal (deepest) layer of the dermis. Microdermabrasion will minimise:

  • fine lines and wrinkles;

  • acne and scarring;

  • dull or congested skin;

  • enlarged pores and blemishes;

  • Chickenpox scars and stretch marks;

  • lighten age or sunspots.

 

You will see results after the first treatment! However, the most dramatic results will be seen between 4-6 treatments.

 

Once every 7-10 days for the first 4-5 treatments. From there a maintenance schedule of once every 4-6 weeks is usually recommended.

 

No way! Microdermabrasion can be performed on any part of the body.

 

Anyone who is interested in improving the appearence of his or her skin, regardless of skin type or age.

 

Responses do vary from person to person.

However the common consensus is that it is certainly more tolerable than getting a wax.

 

Use of the equipment is typically 10-15 minutes. The entire procedure including pre & post treatment protocols is 30-40 minutes.

 

 

Most Microdermabrasion systems will leave the patient red and irritated for a period of 2-24 hours. This is typically the result of exposure to aluminum oxide. However, once this disappears your skin will have a vibrant, healthy appearance as well as an incredibly smooth texture.