Microdermabrasion makes your skin look younger and healthier.A mechanical device gently removes the uppermost layer of skin, allowing new, healthier skin to grow in its place.The procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis in the office of a cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist.Recovery time is very short and treatments take about an hour.To ensure you get the most out of your treatment, you will need to choose the right provider, consult them about your health history, and prepare in the week leading up to your procedure.
Step 1: Know what to expect.
The doctor will use a deep cleaning gel or foam to remove make up, dust, or natural oils from your skin.A device will be applied to your face to abrade the uppermost layer of skin.Rub it away.The face and neck take about 40 and 20 minutes to complete.A balm will be applied.A tip that shoots out tiny, rough aluminum oxide crystals that abrade your face before being vacuumed back up along with dead skin cells is a more common device.It works like a sand blaster.The other type has a diamond tip that can be used to remove dead skin cells from your face before they are sucked up in a vacuum.
Step 2: Determine if the procedure is right for you.
Microdermabrasion can make skin look younger and smoother.It can be used to treat a dull complexion, even skin tone and texture, as well as age spots, but it has limited effectiveness in fighting serious skin problems.If you have any of the following, you may not be a good candidate for microdermabrasion.
Step 3: You can learn the costs.
In India and other Asian countries, the average cost of a procedure is less than $30.The sessions are usually between 5 and 16.Financing plans are offered by many doctors to make the treatment more affordable.
Step 4: Decide where the procedure will be performed.
Plastic surgeons and dermatologists perform microdermabrasion.If you want to minimize your risks, choose a doctor because spas and salons that perform microdermabrasion are unregulated.Doctors can check out your skin to make sure that microdermabrasion is safe for you.Talk to your friends if you want to pick a doctor.A referral is the best way to find a clinic.Ask for a recommendation from your doctor.Be careful when reading online reviews.Clinic employees may post reviews.
Step 5: A consultation is a good idea.
You should have a consultation before scheduling your procedure to make sure you are comfortable with the facility, that microdermabrasion is safe for you, and to ask the doctor any questions you might have.How many treatments will be required?There are possible side effects.Is the procedure safe?Is there any before-and-after photos you have?How much is it going to cost?Do you have a payment plan?
Step 6: If you have taken tretinoin in the past 6 months, talk to your doctor.
Atralin, Refissa, and Tretin-X are used to treat severe acne.There is an increased risk of scarring after microdermabrasion.You will need at least six months after your last use to have microdermabrasion.
Step 7: As part of your microdermabrasion treatment, you should use any of the solutions recommended by your doctor.
Patients are asked to use a special type of product prior to microdermabrasion to make sure the surface of the skin is in top condition.These solutions can be found in the doctor's office where the procedure is performed.To start using the solution on time, be sure to fill your prescription early.
Step 8: You shouldn't have facial treatments in the week before your appointment.
Because microdermabrasion works by peeling away a layer of skin, any treatments that leave your skin more sensitive can lead to problems.Discuss any treatments you have had with your doctor.Treatments to avoid includeFacials Waxing Tweezing Electrolysis Laser treatments Injections ofCollagen or BOTOX Chemical peels.
Step 9: Don't be in the sun.
Sun can damage your skin and make it more sensitive, so you will want to avoid sun exposure in the week before your treatment.You should always apply sunscreen when you go outside for more than a few minutes, even on overcast days.
Step 10: Get rid of the smoking habit.
Cigarette smoke can affect blood circulation in the skin, so you want your skin to be as healthy as possible before the treatment.For better, long- lasting results and a reduced risk of cancer, you should stop smoking for at least the week before your procedure.
Step 11: One week before the procedure, stop taking sennas.
Simply stop if the drugs are over the counter.First, talk to your doctor if they are prescribed.As a result of the procedure, these anti-inflammatories increase the risk of bleeding or facial rash.Aspirin Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatories.
Step 12: Three days prior to your appointment, stop using the exfoliants and antibiotics.
acids are used to peel away the outer layers of skin.They will leave your skin more sensitive.Discuss any products you are using with your doctor.Do not use products containing alpha hydroxy acid.
Step 13: If you have a history of blisters, you should talk to your doctor.
Sometimes microdermabrasion can lead to a reoccurrence.antiviral medication can be prescribed by your doctor to avoid this.
Step 14: Before your appointment, clean your face.
If you want to clean your face and neck, use a syndet bar or a lipid-free cleaner instead of soap.It's better to have cleaner in your face than soap.Look for cleaners that contain alcohol.
Step 15: If there is a boil on the face the day before your treatment, you should change your appointment.
Going into the treatment, you want your skin to be as healthy as possible.