Registered Massage Therapist & Certified Medical Aesthetician
Microdermabrasion
What is Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a gentle but powerful mechanical exfoliation for the skin. By removing the upper-most layer of dead skin cells, skin will appear smoother, pore size is reduced, hyperpigmentation is lightened and the skin is better able to absorb active ingredients found in the skin products being used.
At Essence of Massage, we use a diamond tip microdermabrasion machine. The diamond tip is moved across the skin creating a vacuum whisking away dead skin cells, dirt and debris. Skin is left clean, soft and supple. For clients with problem skin such as acne or acne scarring, or aging skin; scars, fine wrinkles and pigment will fade away.
What areas can be treated with Microdermabrasion?
- Age spots
- Blemishes
- Cellulite stretch marks
- Crow’s feet
- Dull and congested skin
- Enlarged pores
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation
- Scars
- Sun damaged skin
- Textural damage skin
- Uneven skin tones
Preparing for Microdermabrasion.
Microdermabrasion is a nonsurgical, minimally invasive procedure. There’s very little you need to do to prepare for it.
It a good idea to discuss your skin concerns with a skin care professional to find out if microdermabrasion is the right fit for you. Discuss any past cosmetic procedures and surgeries, as well as allergies and medical conditions.
You may be told to avoid sun exposure, tanning creams, and waxing for about a week before treatment. You may also be advised to stop using exfoliating creams and masks approximately 3 days prior to treatment.
Side effects of Microdermabrasion:
Common side effects of microdermabrasion include mild tenderness, swelling, and redness. These generally go away within a few hours after treatment.
You might be advised to use a moisturizer to minimize dry and flaky skin. Minor bruising may also occur. This is mostly caused by the suction process during the treatment.
Microdermabrasion Treatments
Microdermabrasion Treatment
Back facial with Microdermabrasion
Back facial with Microdermabrasion
Treatment Length: 45 minutes
Price: $95.00
This is a 45 minute customized full facial uses a medical-grade, diamond head to remove the older, outermost layers of your skin. It helps boost collagen and elastin, retexturize, and generate new cells.
This facial includes a double cleanse, microdermabrasion, soothing facial mask, hydrating serum and finishing products.
Back facial with Microdermabrasion
Back facial with Microdermabrasion
Back facial with Microdermabrasion
Treatment Length: 45 minutes
Price: $115.00
Back facials deeply cleanse your skin. It will remove dirt and grime from your back that has built up over time. Back facials can even out your skin tone an improve discoloration caused by scarring, acne, sunspots, or redness.
The back facial includes a double cleanse, steam, microdermabrasion, extractions if needed, soothing mask, and light back massage. Finishing products are then applied such as serums and moisturizers. This treatment helps with hormonal skin, ingrown and acne prone skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
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There is little to no downtime after microdermabrasion. You should be able to resume your daily activities immediately.
Keep your skin hydrated and use gentle skin care products. Avoid using topical acne medications for at least one day after treatment. It’s extremely important to protect your skin with sunscreen. Your skin can be more sensitive to the sun in the few weeks after the treatment.
You can expect to see noticeable results immediately after the procedure. The number of microdermabrasion sessions needed will depend on the severity of your skin concerns as well as your expectations.
Your provider will likely design a plan for the initial number of sessions, as well as periodic maintenance treatments.
The microdermabrasion machine removes the outermost layer of dead cells, and therefore part of the pigment is physically eliminated. Collagen production is also stimulated so that your skin can regain its density and elastically. After 6-12 treatments, smaller sunspots are entirely removed while larger ones fade significantly.
YES, superficial acne scarring will diminish or even be removed from treatments. Deeper acne scarring may require more invasive procedure like a deep chemical peel or laser treatments for skin resurfacing.
yes, both men and woman benefit greatly from this treatment. It is particularly beneficial for those who suffer from ingrown hairs from shaving.
Yes. Machines comes equipped with different wands, tip sizes, and grits so that most areas are able to be exfoliated in this way.
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