What Is Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is a minimally invasive exfoliation treatment that removes the outer layer of dead skin cells. During the procedure, a gentle stream of aluminum oxide crystals exfoliates the skin, and the particles, along with dead skin cells, are vacuumed away to reveal fresh, healthy skin. It is less invasive than many other resurfacing treatments and offers a faster recovery time.

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What Does Microdermabrasion Treat?

Microdermabrasion addresses a variety of mild-to-moderate skin concerns, including:

  • Acne and acne scarring
  • Sun damage and age spots
  • Fine lines and wrinkles

Because it only targets the epidermis, it is not effective for deep tissue damage, congenital marks, tattoos, moles, or deep scars.

Benefits of Microdermabrasion

  • Improves skin color, tone, and texture safely and effectively
  • Pain-free with no downtime
  • Suitable for all skin types, including Asian and darker skin, which may be prone to discoloration with other treatments
  • The vacuuming process enhances circulation and lymphatic flow, promoting internal and external skin rejuvenation

Post-Treatment Care

  • Sunscreen is required after treatment to protect the newly exposed skin
  • Avoid direct sun exposure for the first few days

How Long Do Results Last?

Results are temporary. For continued improvement and maintenance, microdermabrasion should be repeated every 2–4 weeks.

Risks of Microdermabrasion

Serious risks are rare. Possible minor side effects include:

  • Skin tightness or redness
  • Minor bruising or fine broken blood vessels
  • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
  • Cold sore reactivation around the lips

Patients over 70 may have a slightly higher risk of bruising or minor skin abrasions.