| Microdermabrasion is a technique which | | | | If you are going to have |
| was first developed by two Italian | | | | Microdermabrasion in a salon, check that |
| plastic surgeons in the 1980's. It's a | | | | the person performing it is properly |
| safe, non-invasive procedure which works | | | | certified to do so - this includes |
| on the top layer of skin, the epidermis. | | | | beauty therapists, nurses and doctors. |
| The epidermis is made up of many layers | | | | Using a mild exfoliant is now recognized |
| and is constantly shedding dead cells. A | | | | to be one of the best weapons in |
| baby's skin reproduces every ten days | | | | controlling acne. If used every 7 to 10 |
| but as adults our skin takes between 28 | | | | days, these Microdermabrasion acne |
| and 40 days to renew. | | | | treatments can clear away impurities, |
| Microdermabrasion is a favorite with | | | | leaving the skin refreshed and |
| celebrities as it is quick, taking only | | | | revitalised. It allows blemishes to heal |
| 30 to 45 minutes from start to finish | | | | and helps to prevent new ones from |
| and doesn't leave your face red or sore. | | | | beginning. The crystal powder is used |
| That's why it's called the 'lunchtime | | | | with salicylic acid. These two powerful |
| peel'. Your skin looks fresher and | | | | cleansers are recognized tools in the |
| rejuvenated immediately. | | | | control of acne. |
| How Does Microdermabrasion Work? | | | | I Can't Afford To Have Microdermabrasion |
| A very fine powder of aluminium oxide | | | | That Often! |
| crystals is 'sand blasted' over the | | | | Microdermabrasion treatments for acne |
| surface of the skin and simultaneously | | | | are offered in salons by professional |
| picked up with a tiny vacuum cleaner. | | | | specialists but there are other, cheaper |
| The process gets rid of layers of dead | | | | ways to get this treatment. Check out |
| and damaged skin cells. This stimulates | | | | the shelves in your drugstore and you'll |
| the skin as well as the collagen and | | | | be surprised at how many products there |
| elastin fibres, making the skin look | | | | are to help acne. |
| healthier and firmer. It can also refine | | | | Many of the big names in skincare offer |
| lines, remove brown spot problems, | | | | products that contain tiny beads or |
| minimise pores, help scar tissue and | | | | crystals that will give you |
| clear up acne. You will look and feel | | | | Microdermabrasion at home. These |
| fabulous! | | | | treatments often suggest the use of |
| Isn't It Too Harsh For Acne? | | | | toners and other products that are |
| Many acne sufferers have been advised | | | | designed to be used together. |
| not to use harsh products on their skin | | | | Microdermabrasion is very drying to the |
| as this can make the condition worse. | | | | skin so it's important to follow up with |
| Exfoliants were recommended as a once a | | | | deep-hydrating face masks and |
| week treatment only. However, skin care | | | | moisturizing treatments. It's advisable |
| has advanced and there are now many | | | | to use all of the products suggested as |
| Microdermabrasion acne treatments that | | | | they have been developed to work with |
| combine exfoliation with cleansers which | | | | each other to give the best results. |
| are soothing and mild, allowing them to | | | | These easily obtainable packages can |
| be used daily. These can help to clear | | | | make a real difference to your skin. Try |
| the dead and damaged cells without | | | | Microdermabrasion acne treatment for a |
| aggravating sensitive skin. | | | | few weeks and see how it can help. |