Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion Skin Treatment

Here’s a quick summary of microdermabrasion skin treatment, which could be just right for you:

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

How does microdermabrasion work?

Microdermabrasion is a form of skin treatment that uses a controlled flow of medical-grade aluminium oxide crystals to remove dead skin cells. The crystals exfoliate and reveal fresh skin cells on the surface, leaving your skin feeling soft and smooth. To start your microdermabrasion treatment, your skin will be cleaned and prepped before your practitioner applies the crystals to your skin using a handpiece.

Whilst the crystals gently buff your skin, the gentle vacuum stimulates the underlying epidermis to promote new collagen production – invigorating blood flow to the surface. Your therapist will then apply a mask and serums post-treatment to leave your skin feeling hydrated and silky smooth. Lastly, an SPF is applied.

Why should I have microdermabrasion?

This is one of Skin Perfections favourite treatments, not only because the results are instant but also because your therapist can combine microdermabrasion treatment with our laser rejuvenation to reveal even more impressive results.

As it’s a quick and easy treatment to perform with no recovery time, a microdermabrasion treatment can fit into your lunch break, you could even come in after work to get that deep cleansed and super smooth feeling ready for an evening out or an event (or come in to get that feeling just because you want to!).

We can also perform microdermabrasion on your back to remove dead skin cells and leave your skin silky smooth.

What results can I expect from microdermabrasion?

Immediately after your microdermabrasion treatment, your skin will feel smooth and refreshed. Your skin will also look brighter, as the dead skin cells will have been exfoliated off, leaving fresh skin with renewed skin cells. Sometimes immediately after treatment the skin can appear flushed – this is due to the increased blood flow on the surface of the skin, which will create new collagen and stimulate hydration.

Pre-treatment advice for microdermabrasion

Prior to the treatment, please advise the clinic of any recent sun exposure or application of fake tan. Avoid using retinol, glycolic or salicylic acid products for 1 – 2 weeks prior to treatment.

How many microdermabrasion treatments will I need?

Depending on your concern, the number of treatments will be advised in your consultation. Microdermabrasion is a great starting treatment for many skin concerns, including dull and lifeless skin. If you are looking to achieve maximum results, a course of treatments is needed between 3 – 6 sessions, and then to progress onto other types of treatments which will enhance the skin further.