Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion Procedures

Microdermabrasion is also commonly called an alpha hydroxy, fruit acid, or lunchtime peel. Dead surface skin is eliminated as the deeper layers of skin are penetrated. With this action, substances similar to collagen are increasingly produced. Not only does the skin feel silkier, it also takes on a healthy, brighter appearance. Acne can also be treated as the pores of the skin are unclogged. Hyperpigmentation, or brown spots, can be treated by microdermabrasion and with the increase of skin plumping material, fine lines are eliminated. Superficial skin cells require maintenance every two months in order to keep the skin looking its best.

Micropeels and Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasions and micropeels are only performed on healthy adults who desire a change in the appearance of their skin. Although these skin care procedures can significantly improve the quality of the skin, patients must understand all the probably outcomes of a microdermabrasion or micropeel. These two skin treatments can enhance skin affected by the following: small scars, sun-damaged skin, uneven skin, fine lies, uneven pigmentation, dry, blotchy patches, acne, large pores, keratoses, milia, sebaceous hyperplasia, and rhytides.

Microdermabrasion, which can take thirty to sixty minutes to complete, and micropeels, commonly performed in under ten minutes, are safe to be carried out in a surgical center or a plastic surgeons office. Anesthesia is not used for either of the two techniques, but more than one session may be necessary.

Red or dry, flaky skin may transpire following a micropeel. Potential side effects of a microdermabrasion are red, flushed or hot feeling skin, which usually fades the day following treatment. Neither treatment is severe enough to warrant recovery time, although there are rare risks related to the microdermabrasion and micropeel. Infection, bleeding, hyperpigmentation, and puncturing of the skin are all possible, yet rare.