Microdermabrasion

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Microdermabrasion is a specialized treatment that uses a minimally abrasive instrument to gently sand your skin. This process removes the thick, uneven outer layer of skin and helps treat light scarring, discoloration, sun damage and wrinkles.

Microdermabrasion uses a diamond-tipped wand to gently remove the top layer of your skin to stimulate new skin growth. The diamond-tip wand gently moves across your skin to exfoliate, while a vacuum simultaneously suctions the dead/loosened skin. 

In addition to all the benefits above, microdermabrasion can also:

• Treat acne and acne scars
• Reduce enlarged pores and blackheads
• Reduce fine lines
• Improve hyperpigmentation (darkened patches of skin)
• Improve age spots
• Lessen the appearance of stretch marks

Collagen is a protein in your skin which is abundant when you're a child and makes your skin appear smooth and tight. With age, collagen production declines and results in looser, uneven skin. Microdermabrasion helps to thicken your collagen which results in a younger looking complexion. 

Results:

Your results depend on the severity of your skin damage and the number of treatments you receive. 

I recommend clients have two treatments per month and then one per month as a maintenance plan. 

Risks:

Some mild discomfort can occur with this procedure but is usually short lived.

This can include redness, swelling and bruising which should subside within the next few hours after your procedure. Later, you can expect your skin to be flaky and dry for the next few days. 

High doses of sun exposure is not recommended for a minimum of two weeks prior to your treatment and daily sun screen application is highly recommended to protect your skin, as it will be more sensitive to sun exposure.