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Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a minimally invasive procedure that
involves the skin being "sandblasted" by tiny
crystals, mixing gentle abrasion with suction to remove the
dead, outer layer of skin. This process promotes the production
of new cells in the deepest layer of the dermis and stimulates
collagen networking to further even out skin texture and
appearance. Microdermabrasion helps repair facial skin that
takes a beating from the sun and the effects of aging. As with
other skin rejuvenation techniques, more than one treatment may
be needed to reduce or remove fine wrinkles and unwanted
pigmentation.
Promotion – Microdermabrasion: $79/treatment, with the purchase
of 2 treatments (reg.
$120/treatment)
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Are You a
Candidate for Microdermabrasion?
The best candidates for microdermabrasion are individuals with
acne prone and blotchy skin, small scars, wrinkles, keratoses,
large pores, clogged pores, or sebaceous hyperplasia. If you
have sun damage or uneven texture and would like to improve the
condition of your skin, you may be a good candidate for
Microdermabrasion.
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Does Microdermabrasion
Hurt?
Microdermabrasion does not hurt although it may sting a little
around the eye area. Your skin may feel a little hot and appear
a little pink for the first day.
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What to
Expect at Your Consultation
Your skin technician will examine your skin and determine a
course of action which is customized for your own personal
needs the same day as your treatment.
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Preparing for
Your Treatment
There really is no preparation although you should not be taking
certain skin medication or have undergone Glycolic Acid or
Lactic Acid peels, etc. 2 to 3 days beforehand. Also try to
avoid sun burn or windburn beforehand.
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Your
Microdermabrasion Treatment
The treatments typically last 30 minutes for the face. If your
treatment includes the neck and upper chest area, it may last
up to an hour.
A normal program for microdermabrasion varies between 4-8
treatments at approximately 2 week intervals. It is recommended
that you schedule maintaining treatments every 1-3 months to
keep your skin in excellent condition.
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Advice
Following Your Treatment
A rehydrating toner, moisturizer and sunscreen are applied to your
skin prior to leaving the treatment room.
Avoid direct sun exposure for 7 days after a treatment. (we
suggest using a high quality sun protectant product as well as
minimizing sun exposure). Avoid Alpha-Hydroxy Acid, Glycolic
Acid products and skin exfoliation scrubs for 3 days both
before and after a treatment. Avoid full face make-up (i.e.
liquid foundation or pressed powder foundation) for 24 hours
after a treatment.
There is virtually no recovery time, no discomfort and you
return to work immediately. .
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Are
There Risks & Complications
Associated With Microdermabrasion?
There are not many risks associated with microdermabrasion if
you are a "healthy" adult, but there are precautions
and contraindications for individuals with skin or medical
conditions. Microdermabrasion should not be performed skin
areas affected with the following: undiagnosed lesions, recent
herpes outbreaks, warts, active-weeping acne, active Rosacea,
unstable diabetes, auto-immune system disorders.
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