12 Aug 8 Reasons to Get a Microdermabrasion Treatment

If you’re looking for a way to rejuvenate your skin and achieve a radiant complexion, facial microdermabrasion might be just what you need – but what is microdermabrasion?

The popular, non-invasive skin treatment involves gently exfoliating and removing dead skin cells from the outermost layer using a fine abrasive tool. This, in turn, stimulates collagen production, promotes cell turnover and reveals a fresher, smoother surface.

Microdermabrasion is extremely effective in addressing various skin conditions and getting immediate results with a quick recovery time. From dealing with fine lines or acne scars to improving skin texture and tone, there are many benefits to microdermabrasion.

In this blog, we’ll explore the eight most compelling benefits of microdermabrasion and why you should consider adding it to your skincare routine…

If you’re someone with sensitive or damaged skin, chances are you’re hesitant about trying new treatments. A microdermabrasion facial, however, is known for being well tolerated by temperamental skin types.

The intensity of traditional crystal or diamond microdermabrasion can be adjusted, giving the practitioner the power to tailor the treatment to suit your skin. This controlled exfoliation means the amount of skin removed can be precisely regulated to help prevent excessive abrasion and reduce the risk of adverse effects.

For those with super sensitive skin, hydro microdermabrasion offers an even gentler approach. It delivers a jet of water or serum while sloughing the skin to calm irritation and inflammation.

A microdermabrasion machine is a device with a fine abrasive surface to gently buff away the dead skin cells on the skin’s surface (the epidermis).

This process accelerates the skin’s natural cell turnover to reveal fresher, newer skin cells underneath, leading to a more radiant and refined skin texture.

The non-surgical cosmetic procedure also triggers an increase in collagen production. Collagen is a protein that gives skin its elasticity and firmness, so more collagen can help the skin look smoother and healthier.

The mechanical action of skin microdermabrasion stimulates blood flow to the treated area.

This enhanced circulation brings more oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells, promoting a more vibrant complexion.

Over time, microdermabrasion reduces the appearance of sun spots, age spots, superficial scars and blemishes. This helps to make the skin’s overall tone much clearer and brighter.

Microdermabrasion facials are essentially mild and controlled micro-injuries on the skin’s surface.

The body’s natural response is to initiate wound healing, which includes the production of new collagen and elastin fibres. These proteins are essential for maintaining skin firmness and elasticity, helping to fill in fine lines and wrinkles.

Regular microdermabrasion treatments can lead to the thickening of the epidermis, making it less prone to showing crow’s feet, lip lines, laugh lines, frown lines and the like.

A microdermabrasion facial procedure is more effective than a chemical peel or manual exfoliation when it comes to cleansing the skin of accumulated dirt, oil, and other impurities.

With these obstructions cleared, skincare products can be absorbed more efficiently, creating an even canvas for products to be applied more consistently across the treated area.

Microdermabrasion also reduces hyperkeratosis, which is the thickening of the epidermis due to excessive keratin. This can help enhance the skin’s ability to absorb topical treatments and retain moisture. Well-hydrated skin is more pliable and better able to absorb skincare products, leading to improved efficacy of moisturisers, balms and serums.

Although it’s not possible to physically shrink the size of your pores, you can reduce their appearance.

Microdermabrasion on the face includes a thorough cleanout of the pores. Once they are no longer clogged or enlarged, they look more refined, and therefore, smaller.

By effectively removing dead skin and debris, microdermabrasion can also help reduce the formation of blackheads and whiteheads. These common pore blockages can make pores appear larger, so reducing their occurrence helps to minimise pore size.

A microdermabrasion procedure controls excess oil production by removing surface oil and decreasing the activity of sebaceous glands. Less build-up in pores or on the skin’s surface means fewer opportunities for acne-causing bacteria to thrive.

Microdermabrasion is also useful when it comes to healing the permanent scars caused by severe or cystic acne.

The device boosts blood flow to the treated area, encouraging skin repair and regeneration. For hypertrophic or raised scars, microdermabrasion can help to flatten and smooth the scar tissue, making it less noticeable over time.

One of the biggest issues facing our skin is sun damage. Not only does it increase our risk of developing skin cancer, but it also causes visible damage in the form of pigmentation.

The primary action of microdermabrasion is the exfoliation of the outer layer of skin, which includes pigmented cells. By removing these cells, the treatment gradually reduces the appearance of sunspots.

Microdermabrasion can also break up clusters of melanin within the skin, making your overall pigmentation more uniform.

With so many benefits to its name, it’s no wonder microdermabrasion has become one of Australia’s most popular skincare treatments. Contact us today to book an appointment or to find out more.

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