crystal free microdermabrasion

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Microdermabrasion is a process which removes dead skin cells from the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin), cleaning out blocked pores and enhancing skin tone. The process increases sluggish skin cell turnover, producing fresh, glowing skin.

The microdermabrasion technique can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians who used alabaster or pumice to remove blemishes and rough spots and to make the skin smooth and well toned.

Microdermabrasion can be used to improve or eliminate many skin conditions and imperfections, including active acne, scars (surgical or acne), hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles, congested skin, and extraction of blackheads and whiteheads.

Microdermabrasion has other benefits which include more effective penetration of active topical agents, such as vitamins A & C, moisturisers and sunblocks.

Initially 4-10 treatments will rejuvenate the skin. Treatments are usually conducted every 2-3 weeks, although weekly sessions may be advised in some cases. A monthly maintenance and the application of an appropriate skin care program will sustain the desired results.

In the instance of severe acne and acne scars further treatments may be required. It is also recommended that in such cases, crystal free microdermabrasion be combined with other medical therapies and skin care programs. This combination will ensure more progressive and rapid results.

In the mid 90's, the crystal microdermabrasion process using aluminum oxide crystal was developed in Italy, where crystals were used to "sand-blast" off the top layer of the epidermis. Although the crystal method is still used all over the world, the new crystal free innovation has significant advantages over the older method.

Crystal free microdermabrasion does not have the risk of:

· Crystals being imbedded in the skin and suspended in the air of the treatment room.
· Crystal residue being left in the hair and the clothes of both the patient and operator
· Unnecessary downtime and some discomfort due to the crystals impacting on the skin.

The exfoliation of crystal free microdermabrasion is achieved by the application of natural diamond tips and vacuum pressure upon the skin's surface. The microdermabrasion handpiece is moved in a gentle gliding technique over the skin, emptying blocked pores, removing the dead and damaged skin cells while stimulating the collagen beneath the surface, creating better skin tone. After the treatment the skin has a red healthy glow due to the increased circulation to the skin. This increased circulation brings with it oxygen and nutrients to refresh and regenerate the skin.