FAQs Medical Microdermabrasion
How does it work?
Microdermabrasion is a safe, non-invasive approach to skin care and is essentially a deep exfoliating procedure. Micro-fine crystals pass over the skin to take away a thin outer layer. This treatment is suitable for males and females of all ages and skin types and is commonly known as the 'lunchtime peel.' This treatment, suitable for all skin types, is a safe and effective way of exfoliating the skin without using any chemicals or laser. The machine produces a jet of crystals that are propelled across the skin's surface through a sealed tube. A sterilized hand-piece ‘vacuums’ them off to remove the unwanted dead skin cells and scarred tissue. The positive pressure of the treatment is customised, according to the client's needs and skin type.
What effect does it have?
The procedure exfoliates the dry dull cells, whilst stimulating essential collagen and elastin fibres. A microdermabrasion treatment removes one to two layers of dead skin cells, depending on the intensity of the treatment. This improves colour, texture and the over all look of the skin, whilst the surface layers are smoother and healthier.The result is a glowing, smooth, even and bright complexion. It is equally an ideal treatment to help you look fantastic for a special occasion or, more seriously, to treat unsightly skin blemishes and acne scarring.
What is it used for?
Microdermabrasion is effective in smoothing wrinkles and fine lines, acne and acne scars, age/sun spots, open/clogged pores, sallow, dull and dry skin, excessive oiliness and pigmentation. Salt-a-Peel has also been used to improve the appearance of stretch marks.
What are the side effects?
There are few side-effects to this treatment (which takes about 30 minutes) and no recovery time is required. Mild redness may occur for between 30 minutes and half a day following the Microdermabrasian procedure, depending on the level of the treatment. It is virtually painless, but occasionally some patients feel discomfort, which is usually minimal and of short duration. Other less frequent side effects are demarcation between treated and non treated areas, temporarily some blemishes become more obvious after removing some layers of dead cells, crusting, pigmentation, acne flare ups which usually clear up very quickly.
How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments will depend on skin type and condition. Results are usually immediate; however, an average of 6 treatments, spaced about 1 week apart, will be necessary to achieve a dramatic improvement. For optimum results, maintenance treatments every 8 weeks will be required.
Will it hurt?
You may feel some slight irritation during the procedure. Following treatment, you may experience a feeling similar to mild sunburn but this can be easily treated with a moisturiser.
When will I see the results?
You should notice an immediate result, although you may want to continue treatments for a more dramatic effect.