What is microdermabrasion ?
This physical exfoliating treatment,popularly called Skin polishing, is done with controlled ejection of minimally abrasive skin friendly aluminium micro crystals hitting your skin to exfoliate the top layer which is then sucked back through a vacuum method…
Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure performed on the skin that will help improve acne scars open pores, fine lines or age spots. It can make the skin smoother, softer and brighter.
Advantages
Some of the advantages of performing skin polishing are:
Who would need this procedure?
This procedure can be performed on anyone who needs an exfoliation on the face or body. However, Skin polishing is recommended for patients with the following:
Patients with deep wrinkles or acne scars would have to opt for more advanced and focussed treatments . This is one treatment which is suitable for all skin types.
Treatment
Skin polishing or Microdermabrasion procedure usually takes around 20 – 30 minutes.
Normally, 6 to 12 treatments might be necessary for achieving the desired results. It is advisable that skin polishing is not performed on the day of an event the patient wants to attend. It is best done a couple of days in advance.
Post-Procedure
The patient must follow the guidelines recommended by the doctor, including the following:
Authored By: Dr.Anjana Mohan