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