How does microdermabrasion work?
Microdermabrasion is a skin treatment that removes the outermost layer of the skin to give the appearance of younger skin that is smoother and less invasive.
A new layer of skin develops following the treatment. Frequently, multiple treatments are required to achieve the desired outcomes.
What is the purpose of microdermabrasion?
Most of the time, wrinkles, sun-induced pigmentation (darkened skin), acne scarring, enlarged pores, and "stretch marks" are treated with microdermabrasion as a cosmetic procedure. Acne treatment medications can be used in conjunction with it.
What is involved in microdermabrasion?
Depending on the clinic, the exact procedure may differ. Typically, makeup is removed first from the skin. A hand-held device then sprays tiny crystals onto the skin, and vacuum suction is used to remove the used crystals and skin cell debris. Diamond-tipped wands, as opposed to crystals, are used by some microdermabrasion instruments to buff the skin.
Most of the time, you won't need local anesthesia to numb the skin, but you might feel a little bit of discomfort and have redness on your skin afterwards.
You will probably be asked to wear sunscreen or stay out of the sun for a few days after the procedure.
How safe is microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion has few side effects when performed correctly by trained personnel. However, bruising or pinpoint bleeding may occur if performed aggressively (such as prolonged use of high-pressure settings). Infection and scarring are considered uncommon.
How effective is microdermabrasion?
The appearance of minor acne scarring and fine wrinkles typically requires a series of treatments. For deeper scars and wrinkles, microdermabrasion is not as effective as more aggressive treatments like chemical peels and laser resurfacing because it only works on the outermost layer of the skin.
However, microdermabrasion offers the following benefits:
being regarded as relatively painless, having minimal risks (if performed correctly), and not necessitating any recuperation time. If you are thinking about microdermabrasion, talk to your clinic about your expectations as well as the number and frequency of treatments necessary to achieve results.
What are the risks of microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion has the potential to spread infections from one area of your skin to another. Therefore, you should not undergo microdermabrasion if you have impetigo, warts, herpes, or other viral infections on your skin. It can occasionally aggravate other conditions like rosacea.
People who have bleeding disorders, open sores, warts, sunburns, or those who develop keloid scars should avoid microdermabrasion.
