Microdermabrasion (cont.)

What home remedies can produce results like microdermabrasion?

There are multiple ways to exfoliate the skin:

• Use a pumice stone, loofah, or Buf-Puf.



• Use beach sand to gently exfoliate.



• Prepare homemade brown sugar and honey rubs.



• Apply sea salt rubs.



• Apply Epsom salts scrubs.

What is the average cost of professional microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion costs may range from $100-$250, the average cost being around $100 per session. Costs have decreased considerably over the last five to 10 years as these units have become more readily available. Professional microdermabrasion can usually be obtained in a doctor's office, typically dermatologists or less commonly plastic surgeons, as well as aesthetic spas, and facial clinics. Microdermabrasion is quite affordable and much less expensive than other skin-resurfacing treatments such as dermabrasion or laser peels, which may cost around $2,500.

Where can people get more information on microdermabrasion?

The treatment of microdermabrasion can be performed by a physician, a nurse, aesthetician, or other trained medical personnel. It is recommended for patients to consult a dermatologist or medical aesthetician before starting any resurfacing treatment. Careful evaluation on the patient's skin for changes in texture, severity of photoaging, depth of scarring, and the type of skin from a specialist will help patients select the proper resurfacing modality in order to address the skin problems effectively.

Microdermabrasion At A Glance

• Microdermabrasion is a simple, quick, and painless cosmetic treatment with no downtime and minimal risk.
• Microdermabrasion helps to gently exfoliate surface layers of skin using abrasion and suction.
• Microdermabrasion uses fine crystals or minute diamond-studded tips to abrade the skin and vacuum suction to remove dead skin cells.
• Microdermabrasion has low risk and rapid recovery; it is painless and requires no needles or anesthesia.
• Microdermabrasion can help improve the skin appearance by reducing fine lines, early sun damage, and mild, shallow acne marks. It is not as useful for deep acne scars or deep wrinkles.
• Skin may become noticeably smoother even after one treatment and better absorb moisturizers.
• It is an affordable professional treatment with a fairly low cost, averaging $100-$200 per treatment.
• Most often, microdermabrasion may be repeated every three to four weeks for optimal results.
• Microdermabrasion is not a laser.
• Several at-home microdermabrasion creams and home machines are now available.

REFERENCES:

Alkhawam, Lora, and Murad Alam. "Dermabrasion and Microdermabrasion." Facial Plastic Surgery 25.5 Dec. 2009: 301-310.

Karimipour, D.J., G. Karimipour, and J.S. Orringer. "Microdermabrasion: An Evidence-Based Review." Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 125.1 Jan. 2010: 372-377.

Wheatley, Michael J. "Financing Your Cosmetic Surgery." WebMD.com. Sept. 19, 2009. <http://www.webmd.com/skin-beauty/financing-your-cosmetic-surgery?action=related_link&src=rss_cbsnewsfull>.

Last Editorial Review: 9/13/2010 12:25:37 PM

Source: MedicineNet.com
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