• What is Microdermabrasion?
• What is the Purpose?
• M2 Medical Microdermabrasion with Plug-n-Peel
• The Diamond Dermabrasion 3 in 1 Professional
• What does the treatment involve?
• What to Expect During a Treatment?
• What to expect after treatment

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is one of the newer “skin rejuvenating” techniques employed to help improve the texture and appearance of the skin. Microdermabrasion (often referred to as Microderm) is a cosmetic procedure in which the stratum corneum (dead outermost surface of the skin) is partially or completely removed by light abrasion.

At St Mellion clinic methods include mechanical abrasion from jets of aluminum oxide crystals. Particles are removed off through the wand/handpiece through which the abrasive particles come.

Microdermabrasion is one of the category of treatments such as botulinum toxin (Botox®), dermal fillers and superficial chemical peels where the treatment session is short, with few side effects and virtually no time off work. They also do not require any surgery.

Microdermabrasion was discovered in the U.S.A. and, in 2006, just under 1 million treatments were performed in America. These statistics come from the American Society For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and they make microdermabrasion the fourth most popular cosmetic procedure in that country.

Purpose:

To reduce the appearance of:

• Scars
• Fine lines
• Oily skin
• Acne
• Acne scaring
• Blackheads
• Diminishes fine lines and wrinkles
• Reduces hyperpigmentation
• Improves appearance of superficial skin damage caused by aging or sun exposure
• Reduces enlarged pores
• Increases circulation for healthier skin
• Cleanses, tones, moisturises, and exfoliates for smoother skin

If you are considering microdermabrasion, the following information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure. It can't answer all your questions, since a lot depends on the individual patient and the practitioner. Please ask a practitioner about anything you don't understand.

The ultimate Facial Experience -

M2 Medical Microdermabrasion with Plug-n-Peel

This system has been designed to give the operator the highest levels of performance available in a closed-loop, vacuum microdermabrasion system. The M2 is ideal for the user who wants the finest in medical microdermabrasion technology, but does not require the positive-pressure turbo technology that is usually reserved for use by a physician.

• Crystal & Crystal-Free Skin Resurfacing Technology
• Independent Vacuum & Crystal Flow Controls
• High Flow Fluidics designed with advanced pneumatics for optimal performance
• Precise Analog Vacuum Flow Gauge
• Ergonomic Dual-Mode Hand Piece with Dual-Lumen, Color-Coded Tubing Set
• "Start-Up Kit" of Disposable Crystal Delivery and Crystal-Free Face and Body Tip Caps
• NEW! Plug-n-Peel Closed Canister System with Micro Filtration (Better than HEPA)

M2 Medical Microdermabrasion takes microdermabrasion to a new level. Synergie combines microdermabrasion with facial vacuum massage and a traditional facial, resulting in unmatched results and the epitome of pampering.

M2 Medical Microdermabrasion Peel treatment is the most effective way to exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin. A typical treatment regimen consists of six treatments which last about 45 minutes each. Since the 10-step treatment protocol includes microdermabrasion, sessions should be approximately 10 days apart.

The ultimate Facial, a M2 Medical Microdermabrasion exclusive, is the total solution for healthier skin that looks and feels great. M2 Medical Microdermabrasion works from the inside out because beauty is more than skin-deep.

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Are You a Candidate For Microdermabrasion?

Good candidates for microdermabrasion are individuals with acne prone or blotchy skin, and those with small scars, fine lines, keratoses, large pores or white spots. If you have sun damage or uneven texture and would like to improve the condition of your skin, you are also a candidate for microdermabrasion.

What to Expect During a Treatment

The treatments typically last 20 to 30 minutes for the face. If your treatment includes the neck and upper chest area, it may last up to an hour.

A normal course of microdermabrasion treatments varies between 4 to 8 at approximately 2 week intervals.

Most patients actually feel and see a difference just after one or two treatments but schedule additional treatments to increase this improvement.