What is Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is the gentle exfoliation of the epidermis, and is perfect for treating facial imperfections such as fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, age spots, skin blemishes, large pores, and black heads. The end result is smooth skin with a fresh, healthy glow.

Who should use it?
Microdermabrasion is perfect for those looking to minimize signs of aging, and can be used on the face, arms, hands, and even the neck. In particular, individuals with enlarged pores, acne, slight scars or skin discoloration can look forward to smooth skin with this method. Individuals with darker skin can also look forward to significant improvement in their skin quality. In addition to fixing imperfections in the skin, microdermabrasion is quite effective in minimizing fine lines, including those around the eyes known as crow’s feet.

How does it work?
The actual process of microdermabrasion involves removal of the uppermost layer of the skin. Although this sounds painful, it is in fact minimally invasive; unlike laser resurfacing and chemical peels, anesthesia is not necessary. Skin rejuvenation is accomplished by gently exfoliating using small particles that remove old, tough epidermis cells, which exposes healthy and smooth skin cells below. Collagen production also increases, helping to firm up and bring new life to your skin.

After microdermabrasion your skin generally does not hurt, although your skin may be slightly red for a few hours up to a day. The treated area may also feel hotter than usual – this is completely natural and will subside within 24 hours.

Unlike other techniques, microdermabrasion is minimally invasive and does not require any recovery time. You can look forward to smooth skin as soon as the next day – this is natural skin care at its best.

Why Choose Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is ideal if you are looking for smooth skin with minimal fuss and low cost. Unlike other treatments microdermabrasion has minimal side effects and minimal down time or recovery time. After a treatment you have a fresh, healthy glow to your rejuvenated skin without surgery or the need for anesthesia.

It is good for all skin types, sensitivities and colors and can be better for sensitive skin that chemical procedures. And in comparison to many skin rejuvenating treatments it is a relatively low cost treatment.

There are Microdermabrasion home with resurfacing kits which require minimal effort however treatments provided by salons will give you a deeper exfoliation.