The treatment entails spraying microcrystal’s composed of aluminum oxide, salt, sodium chloride, or sodium bicarbonate across the skin’s surface through a closed stainless steel or glass pressurized wand. By employing the mechanics of negative pressure over the surface of the skin, the dead cells are exfoliated.
Dermatologist and skin surgeon, Dr. Nicholas Lowe, author of Away with Wrinkles, states, “Microdermabrasion has been shown to be particularly beneficial when used in conjunction with glycolic acid chemical peels and topical creams such as Retin-A and skin-lightening combinations for problems such as facial pigmentation (such as dark skin or mask of pregnancy).”
The depth of the microdermabrasion treatment is created by several factors including:
- Method of skin preparation
- Number of passes over the skin
- Level of suction on negative pressure machines (stronger suction will create a more aggressive treatment). The same can be said with pressure of the hand piece over the skin.
- Frequency of treatments and the condition of the skin
- Use of an AHA peel either pre-treatment or post treatment
According to Michelle Palmer, a Certified Traditional Naturopath and Medical Esthetic Specialist and member of the Editorial Team of Medical Esthetics said, “The benefits of microdermabrasion to the skin have been claimed to reach far beyond simple exfoliation of the epidermis. It has been claimed to accelerate skin cell turnover. And by stimulating fibroblast activity, it is believed to actually increase collagen production.”
Useful Tool for Treating:
- Thick, rough skin.
- Comodones and small acne spots
- Irregular pigmentation
- Small, shallow scars
- Dull skin by increasing circulation, making the skin look revitalized
- Fine lines and minor wrinkles
- Enlarged/clogged pores
- Excessive oiliness
Contraindications of microdermabrasion:
- Rosacea
- Oral blood thinners
- Skin cancer and auto immune disorders such as HIV or AIDS
- Vitiligo
- Telangiectasias
- Eczema of seborrheic dermatitis
- Sun burned skin
- Viral lesions, Herpes Simplex, Shingles
- Active, uncontrolled or brittle diabetes
If microdermabrasion is correctly performed, there should be no visible problems other than a slight pinkness of the facial skin. If the treatment is performed too deeply, there can be surface bruising and a change of skin color.
"While the vast majority of microdermabrasion patients experience visible improvements after just one microdermabrasion treatment, long-lasting results are only achieved through multiple sessions. Most aestheticians and cosmetic dermatologists recommend that patients have between four and eight treatments at two to three-week intervals. Many microdermabrasion advertisements of salons, spas, and dermatologists quote the price of a single session. However, some salons and dermatology practices have special microdermabrasion packages that lower the price of multiple sessions," http://www.docshop.com/.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the cost of microdermabrasion ranges from $75 to more than $200 per session. Microdermabrasion is a relatively safe treatment, when performed by an adequately trained skin care or medical professional, with properly maintained equipment.
No comments:
Post a Comment