Do you ever look in the mirror and wish that your face had a more even skin tone? If you answered yes, you may want to consider microdermabrasion. This non-invasive treatment gently exfoliates your skin. After a series of treatments, your complexion can appear smoother, brighter, and more even in color.
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What is microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical facial resurfacing technique That uses tiny crystals or diamonds to exfoliates and removes the superficial layer of dry, dead skin cells, leaving your skin feeling softer and smoother and looking younger and more vibrant.
Who is suitable for Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion appeals to many patients. They like that they can see more youthful skin without having downtime.
• Dull complexion.
• Uneven skin tone or texture.
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Most often, your microdermabrasion treatment will be performed by a licensed skincare professional in your plastic surgeon's office or medical spa.
There are two general methods for microdermabrasion:
• Crystal Microdermabrasion
For this type of microdermabrasion, a handpiece emits crystals onto the surface of the skin, resulting in a gentle abrasion or "polishing" process. Then the dead skin cells along with the crystals are suctioned off either instantaneously (in the same handpiece) or in a secondary process.
• Diamond-Tip Microdermabrasion
This type of microdermabrasion works with a diamond-tip handpiece that gently abrades and exfoliates dead skin cells. Like the crystal microdermabrasion, the dead skin is either suctioned off right away in the same handpiece or in a secondary process. The diamond-tip microdermabrasion is safer to perform closer to the eyes and has more flexibility in sensitive areas or on more sensitive skin.
Microdermabrasion may be combined with a light chemical peel to increase the effect. Immediately after your treatments, a moisturizer with SPF will be applied to hydrate and protect your