Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a quick, non-invasive procedure used to resurface the skin. It is sometimes called a “lunchtime peel”.
About Microdermabrasion
This procedure gently removes only the very top layers of damaged skin by “sand blasting” them with tiny crystals. The technique exfoliates and gently resurfaces the skin, promoting the formation of new smoother, clearer skin. It is usually performed on the face and neck, but can be performed on any part of the body (such as the backs of the hands).
Microdermabrasion can correct rough skin texture, some types of scarring, uneven pigmentation, and age (liver) spots. It can also remove or improve whiteheads and black heads, some stretch marks, and fine wrinkles. By removing superficial layers of the skin, Microdermabrasion allows new skin to appear. In fact, this procedure even stimulates the growth of new skin cells. Microdermabrasion can be used for all skin types and skin tones. For best results, it can be repeated as often as once a week.
Microdermabrasion uses a jet spray of mineral crystals to remove, then vacuum, the outer keratin layer of the skin. Regular removal of the keratin layer can improve the appearance of:
- Small acne scars
- Fine wrinkles
- Dull skin
- Hyperpigmentation (melasma)
Microdermabrasion treatments must be repeated in order to maintain your results.