MICRODERM WHAT IS MICRODERMABRASION? Microdermabrasion rejuvenates and revitalizes your skin in just an afternoon! Microdermabrasion uses a fine jet of crystals to gently and painlessly exfoliate your skin while vacuum suction removes the crystals with the dead skin cells. You're left with new, softer skin and more even skin texture. In addition to surface exfoliation, Microdermabrasion promotes the production of new cells in the basal (deepest) layer of the dermis; it cleans the pores, and stimulates collagen production that can further improve skin texture. Microdermabrasion can be successfully used on light or dark skin to treat the face, neck, chest, arms, elbows, knees and hands. Microdermabrasion is generally indicated for: •Fine Lines and Wrinkles •Age Spots, Sun Damage and Hyperpigmentation •Fine Acne Scars, Chickenpox Scars and Scratch Marks •Congested Skin, Enlarged Pores and Blemishes •Dull Skin This simple, quick and convenient procedure has become very popular with patients showing the early signs of aging, sun exposure and other facial imperfections. Non-invasive and non-wounding to the skin's surface, the procedure entails virtually no discomfort, down time or recovery. Because microdermabrasion is so precise, the procedure is virtually pain-free. Clients have attributed the sensation of a microdermabrasion treatment to a slight windburn. Although depending upon the level that you wish to reach the discomfort is usually quite minimal, if at all. A normal course of microdermabrasion treatments varies between 3 and 6, at approximately 4-6 week intervals. It is recommended that you schedule an additional treatment every 1 to 3 months to maintain your skin in excellent condition. Most clients actually feel and see a difference just after one or two treatments but schedule additional treatments to increase this improvement. After The Treatment A rehydrating toner, customized mask, moisturizer and tinted sunscreen are applied to your skin prior to leaving. Some redness is expected after a treatment; however this is not likely to persist more than a few hours. The sensation of having a mild windburn or sunburn will also pass after a few hours. Applying a high quality moisturizer to re-hydrate the skin at this point will help. Avoid direct sun exposure for 5-7 days after a treatment. Avoid Alpha-Hydroxy Acid, Glycolic Acid products and skin exfoliation scrubs for 72 hours both before and after a treatment. Avoid full face make-up, i.e. liquid foundations or pressed powder foundations for 24 hours after a treatment. Eye make-up and lipstick may be applied immediately after. Great to add on to any facial for only $30 more! |

