Microdermabrasion (Face)

What is microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion treatment gently removes the top layer of skin to reveal the fresh, younger-looking skin underneath. It does this with a minimally abrasive device that scrubs your skin with very fine crystals, gently buffing the skin’s damaged top layer. As it does this, the device also purges the crystals and the dead skin cells that have built up. Microdermabrasion allows the underlying layer of new skin to grow; it also sparks the production of collagen, restoring smoothness and firmness to your skin.


Helps With:

• Fine facial lines & wrinkles 
• Sun damage
• Uneven Complexion & Texture
• Superficial scarring (including
from acne)
• Age or sun spots
• Blackheads
• Enlarged pores

Benefits:

• Fresher-cleaner skin
• Diminished wrinkles
• Minimized fine lines
• Smoother skin
• Brighter skin tone
• More even complexion
• Shrunken pores
• Reduced age spots
• Faded scars
• Firmer, tighter skin
• More radiant complexion
• Rejuvenated appearance

Pre Care Instructions: 

-Stop use of any scrubs, Retin-A, retinols, take home microdermabrasion, glycolic or any other peels, exfoliants, or tanning products a minimum of 72 hours prior to your appointment.
-Accutane use must be discontinued for a minimum of 6-12 months.
-If you experience cold sores / Herpes outbreaks in the area to be treated, it may be advised to begin taking an antiviral medication one day prior to treatment.

Post Care Instructions:

-Use a gentle cleanser twice daily for a minimum of 7 days.
-Apply a hydrating moisturizer at least twice daily for a minimum of 7 days.
-Avoid applying products containing exfoliating agents (retinoic acid, retinol, tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, astringents, toner, etc.) for at least 24 hours.
-No scrubs, polishes, or aggressive brushes should be used for 1-2 weeks.
-Avoid sun exposure for at least 72 hours. Your skin will be more sun sensitive after dermaplaning. Apply sunscreen, wear a hat, and seek shade if possible when outdoors.
-Avoid excessive sweating and heat (such as steam rooms, saunas, and heavy workouts) for at least 72 hours.
-Avoid chlorine for 24 hours.
-Avoid facial waxing for 1 week post-treatment.
-Avoid dermal fillers and neuromodulator injections (Botox, Dysport, etc.) for 2-4 weeks.

Remember that product absorption levels will be elevated after your microdermabrasion, therefore your skincare will be more effective. 
You may experience slight peeling for the first few days following treatment, however this is uncommon. Slight windburn sensation and/or blotchiness are normal in the first few days. Some skincare products may tingle or slightly burn for the first few days. It is possible to experience post-microdermabrasion breakouts. If this occurs, contact your esthetician to be recommended an acceptable acne treatment.

If you have any questions prior to your appointment, please feel free to reach us by email at alejandra@modernbeautybar.ca or phone at +1 289-892-5511.