Microdermabrasion
Mechanical exfoliation that lifts dull surface cells for smoother texture and brighter tone.
Overview
What it is
Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive cosmetic procedure used to exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin, promoting a smoother, more even complexion. During the treatment, a device gently removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells, using a fine abrasive tip combined with suction to exfoliate and vacuum up the debris.
The process stimulates blood flow, encourages collagen production, and can help improve skin texture, tone, and clarity. As the outer layer of skin is removed, the body's natural healing process is stimulated, leading to increased collagen production and improved skin texture.
Benefits
What it does for your skin
- Improves skin texture: smooths rough skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Minimizes pores: helps to clear out clogged pores, making them appear smaller
- Enhances radiance: reveals a brighter, more even skin tone
- Reduces scarring: helps to diminish the appearance of acne scars and other superficial scars
- Non-invasive and quick: generally painless with minimal downtime, so you can resume daily activities immediately
Suitability
Who it suits
- Dull, tired-looking skin
- Rough or uneven texture
- Congestion and blackheads
- Early fine lines
- Anyone preparing for an event
Aftercare
Looking after the result
- Wear SPF 30 or higher daily, freshly exfoliated skin is more sun-sensitive.
- Skip retinol, acids and scrubs for two to three days.
- Avoid hot yoga, saunas and swimming pools for 24 hours.
- A course of three to six treatments, spaced 3-4 weeks apart, gives the most visible change.
Questions
Microdermabrasion, answered
- Does microdermabrasion hurt?
- No. It feels like a firm, textured massage with light suction. There is no numbing required.
- Will my skin be red afterwards?
- Mild pinkness is normal and usually settles within an hour or two.
- How often should I have it?
- Every 3-4 weeks while you are correcting texture, then every six to eight weeks to maintain.
- Is it safe for darker skin tones?
- Yes. Microdermabrasion is mechanical rather than chemical, so it is well tolerated across all skin types.
Also consider
Other facial treatments
Water-based resurfacing that exfoliates, extracts and hydrates in one pass, comfortable enough for sensitive skin.
Oxygen and LED light therapy to calm, plump and brighten, with light colour selected for your concern. This facial also includes a customized microdermabrasion or hydrabrasion treatment with oxygen serum infusion, plus the LED and oxygen dome.
A graduated family of enzyme and acid resurfacers, chosen and layered to your skin's tolerance.
Medical-grade peels for pigmentation, acne and ageing, supported by an AlumierMD home-care routine.
Our brightening AlumierMD peel for pigmentation, dullness and pre-event radiance.
A deep-cleansing laser treatment that removes impurities, reduces acne and oil, and leaves your skin smooth, clear, and glowing.
A gentle, non-invasive treatment that reduces redness, pigmentation, and sun damage, leaving your skin brighter, smoother, and more even.
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