Microdermabrasion is a new age skin resurfacing technique that removes the outermost dead layers of skin to reveal
a younger, smoother layer of skin underneath.
Microdermabrasion involves a machine to exfoliate the outer dead skin cells using fine spray of powdered crystals or a diamond tipped wand. The removed dead cells and dirt is pulled away using a vacuum suction mechanism.
It can be considered as an advanced type of exfoliation. You can achieve blemish-less radiant skin after multiple sessions either at a spa or using a microdermabrasion machine designed for home use.
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It is one of the best non-surgical beauty methods, almost pain free with no medications and no downtime which makes it suitable for all types of skin.
Removing the dead top layers
of your skin reveals younger, healthier skin. Regular use every week can reduce the appearance of acnes, sun
damage spots, blemishes, lines and age spots.
There are basically two types of microdermabrasion devices
available for home.
Diamond microdermabrasion is done with help of a natural or synthetic diamond that is fixed on a stainless steel wand.
When the wand touches the skin, a vacuum effect is created to pull out the dead skin layers removed as the diamond tip is moved across your skin surface.
They don’t have the risk of inhaling any particles, but proper disinfection of the reusable tip is needed to prevent any skin irritations.
Crystal
microdermabrasion uses a compact device that sprays a stream of fine
crystals onto your skin. These particles remove only the
dead skin cells without damaging the skin.
The dead skin cells and dirt
is also removed simultaneously by using a vacuum suction.
Aluminum oxide or sodium
bicarbonate crystals are used in these devices. There is less risk of any skin infections
as the crystals are used only once, but there is a risk of inhaling the small
crystal particles if used close to the mouth and eyes.
Is there any microdermabrasion side effects?
Microdermabrasion is considered as one of the safest non invasive beauty procedures. There is a chance mild skin inflammation or irritation that may be experienced which will go away in few days.
Performing with proper hygiene to prevent any infections while using
diamond tipped machines.
Care must be taken to avoid mouth and eye regions while
using a crystal machine.
Avoid sun exposure and use of stronger skin creams immediately
after the sessions.
Overall,
microdermabrasion is a popular new age skin care regime that can give a healthy, clear glowing skin in no time!
How much does home devices cost?
Portable compact crystal machines are available from below 50$ to 100$. Running cost depends on your usage and the replacement heads and filters are usually available at under 20$.
A good quality home use microdermabrasion device that gives spa like results will cost around 200$ to 300$. There are diamond tipped machines available for 100$ to 150$.
