Treatment in Focus – Microdermabrasion

The Body Guide aims to inform you about different treatments available that may be relevant to your mind, body or spirit needs.  Here the Treatment in Focus is Microdermabrasion.

This Microdermabrasion (MDA) is a progressive and controlled method of skin exfoliation. It is non-aggressive since the result is normally achieved over 6-10 treatments but even after one session the effect can be similar to 3x30% glycolic peels and a single 70% peel and, of course, this is without the chemical irritation that can be associated with peels of this nature.

MDA allows therapists to perform superficial peeling of the stratum corneum, First the system blasts the skin with a controlled stream of crushed aluminium oxide crystals. These are pumped through a hand piece held directly on the skin. Together the speed and abrasive nature of the crystals delicately remove old skin cells layer by layer. Used crystals and dead skin cells are then drawn away by a vacuum action. Exfoliation depth in a ‘level 2’ treatment, for example, is about 12-25 microns, producing a very mild, short lived erythema. This action allows for the controlled exfoliation of the stratum corneum and the correction of surface irregularities resulting in a smoother and fresher skin condition.

The vacuum action also assists in the stimulation of the microcirculation. Hyperaemia can be observed as the superficial skin is cleaned. By encouraging hyperaemia we are improving the microcirculation  (increasing the blood supply) thus providing the nutrients necessary for the stimulation of fibroblasts for collagen regeneration i.e. increased blood supply to the dermis and the epidermal layers.

With the Crystal Clear system, the degree of abrasion can be controlled so that the therapist can take control of the exfoliation process, eliminating the guesswork that is often associated with AHA or chemical peels. The entire face and neck can be treated in a single session with particular attention paid to the client’s areas of concern. Most importantly, the treatment does not impinge on the clients lifestyle or daily routine.

Benefits of Microdermabrasion

• Eliminates possible adverse reactions often associated with chemical peels
• Immediate visible result even after the first treatment
• Safely treats all skin colours and skin types
• Offers a reduction of the early signs of lines and wrinkles
• Overall rejuvenation for aged skin. Stimulation of Fibroblasts for collagen reproduction
• Rejuvenates the skin with improved, tone, elasticity and muscle tone
• Enhances the penetration of approved topical activities after treatment
• Treats successfully a wide range of skin problems of both the face and body
• Performs a gentle skin exfoliation
• Perfect for congested skin with open pores and comedones
• Perfect for acne prone skin
• Reduces the thickness of the stratum corneum
• Successfully reduces pigmentation marks
• Blends and improves scars, including acne scarring
• Perfect for sun-damaged skin
• Total body exfoliation
• Offers successful cellulite treatment as the vacuum action helps with lymphatic drainage
• Can be used to treat the delicate skin under the eyes

Who would benefit from the treatment?

Microdermabrasion for the Face - Microdermabrasion is the Perfect Treatment for Total Skin Resurfacing. From a simple beauty flash providing an instant rejuvenated texture and lift to tired skin, to a more in-depth treatment for lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, stretch marks and pigmentation problems.

Microdermabrasion for the Body - It can also be used as treatment for your body including total body exfoliation to create silky smooth skin, a flash exfoliation before the application of tanning products, highly effective reduction in the appearance of stretch marks and minimization of the orange peel effect of cellulite and is becoming increasingly popular as part of luxury manicure and pedicure treatments.

Source: Crystal Clear, www.crystalclear.co.uk