ABOUT
Microdermabrasion exfoliates the top epidermal layer of skin via a handheld device that contains microcrystals.
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Downtime 0 - 1 day
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Treatment Time 30 minutes
RESULTS
​Results are visible immediately with several treatments recommended initially for optimum results.
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Results last up to one month.
Regular treatments will maintain results.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Hypersensitivity and/or breakouts, which is usually resolved within one to two days
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Mild to moderate erythema, which is usually resolved within one to two days
WHO IS NOT SUITABLE
Anyone who:
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Has rosacea
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Has eczema, dermatitis or severe telangiectasia on treatment area
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Has a healing tattoo on treatment area
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Is currently taking or has taken isotretinoin in the past 12 weeks
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Has sunburn
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Is a long term user of cortisone
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Has had anti-wrinkle injections within the past week filler injections within the past 2 weeks
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If you are unsure, contact our clinic
HOW IT WORKS
This gently resurfaces the skin by shedding dead skin cells and stimulating new ones in their place.
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Microdermabrasion is used to treat the face, neck and décolletage.
TREATMENT PREPARATION
Advise your clinician if you:
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Have excessive sun exposure or used a solarium
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Use depilatory creams
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Have had waxing within the treatment area
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Have had laser or IPL treatments within the treatment area
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Have had chemical/herbal treatments i.e. AHA peels, enzyme exfoliation therapies
POST TREATMENT CARE
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Avoid use of AHA and BHA skincare and scrubs for the first one to two days
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Wear SPF 50+ daily
FOLLOW UP AND NEXT STEPS
To achieve the best results, an initial course of four to six treatments over the space of one to two weeks are recommended.
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After your initial course of treatments, monthly treatments are recommended to maintain the best results