MICRODERMABRASION

Overview:

 

Microdermabrasion is a technique that uses a mechanical medium for exfoliation to remove the outermost layer of dead skin cells from the skin’s surface. Microdermabrasion can provide substantial improvement in irregular skin tones, aged and sun-damaged skin. It also helps to correct fine lines and wrinkles, age spots, and superficial pigmentation. It provides general exfoliation, skin rejuvenation, reduces blackheads and whiteheads, and helps alleviate post-traumatic pigmentation.

  

Before your microdermabrasion treatment:

 

1. 3 DAYS BEFORE treatment: Avoid topical products such as Tretinoin (Retin-A), Retinols, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Salicylic Acid, or other “anti-aging”, “acne”, and “bleaching” products.

 

2. 7 DAYS BEFORE treatment: Avoid chemical peel, waxing, electrolysis, Laser treatments, or threading within 7 days before and after this treatment.

 

3. If you have received Restylane treatments or Botox Injections, Juvederm, wait at least TWO WEEKS BEFORE having microdermabrasion.

 

4. Inform your provider if you have a history of facial and/or nasal herpes to receive advice on antiviral therapy prior to treatment.

 

5. Avoid excessive sun exposure and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily of SPF 30 or higher.

  

Day of Treatment:

 

• Please arrive to the office with a “clean face”. Do not wear makeup, if possible.

 

• It is normal for skin to appear red and inflamed. Light scabs may form in the treated area and remain for 24 to 48 hours.

 

 

After your microdermabrasion treatment:

 

1. Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds to treated areas after treatment. Daily sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 is vital to maintain your improved skin.

 

2. Avoid any irritants to your skin, for 72 hours week after your treatment. Use a gentle moisturizer as needed.

 

3. Cleanse skin with a mild cleanser

 

4. Do not wax, tweeze or use a depilatory to the treated areas for 1 week after your treatment.

 

5. If you do not need make-up for the evening of treatment, wait until the next morning.

 

6. Approximately 48 hours after treatment, your skin may start to peel. This peeling will generally last 2 to 3 days. DO NOT PICK OR PULL THE SKIN.

 

 

Risks and Side Effects:

 

• A burning sensation or stinging may occur during the treatment.

 

• The results of this treatment may vary due to conditions such as age, condition of the skin, sun damage, damage due to smoking, climate, etc.