Microdermabrasion

Typical Microdermabrasion Machine

As the machine bombards the skin, a vacuum suction removes removes the particles along with the dislodged skin.

The force at which the particles are propelled and the speed at which the device is passed over the skin determines the depth of the treatment.

There are a lot of people who like the idea of just blasting away all their skin imperfections, so microdermabrasion is perfect for them.

There is a small risk of side effects such as infection, hyperpigmentation and bleeding but if done by a properly trained doctor, these are minimal.This process can be overused so it is advisable that it be done no more than ten to twenty times a year.

The most common particle used is aluminium oxide but  others, such as salt crystals, can be used.

The are many microdermabrasion treatments on the market but essentially they all perform the same function.

Microdermabrasion Uses

Stretch Marks

Scalding and burning scars

Acne scars

Skin aging and wrinkles

Enlarged pores

Pigmentation and age spots

Sun damage

Keloids

Types Of Microdermabrasion

Dermapeel

Diamond peel

Silk peel

Parisian peel

Power peel

Recuperation

Done properly there should be there should be no side effects other than some minor pickness.

Frequency

No more than ten to twenty times a year.

Microdermabrasion is the equivalent of having a superficial chemical peel