Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a skin rejuvenating procedure where the top layers of skin are gently ‘sanded’ to reveal smoother layers underneath.

Known as the ‘lunchtime peel’, the procedure is quick and has minimal side-effects. It is said to help reduce wrinkles, acne scarring and age spots, leaving skin looking smoother, revived and fresh.

Microdermabrasion is a treatment where the skin is ‘sanded’ using a machine which blasts it with tiny crystals. The handheld machine should be operated by a trained skin professional, dermatologist or plastic surgeon, who slowly passes it over the treatment area – usually the face, neck or hands.

The machine works by creating a vacuum between the surface of the skin and the blaster. The end of the machine covers around 4 to 6mm of skin surface at a time, simultaneously blasting micro crystals at it while gently sucking up the top layer of skin as it goes.

Microdermabrasion should not be confused with dermabrasion – a more invasive treatment with more risks and side effects but potentially more results.