Should I Have Dermabrasion or Microdermabrasion?

With the increased variety of skincare treatments, it is important to have a clear understanding of what each consists of before you rush into something that may not be ideal for you. This is doubly important when the treatments sound like the same or equivalent, like with dermabrasion and micodermabrasion, so let's discuss what they are and when to choose one over the other.

Dermabrasion is done when the skin is in a frozen state and a dermatologist will use an instrument that sands the outer layer of skin. This is done to improve the skin contour and texture. During the healing process the skin will look youthful, smoother and softer in appearance. This procedure is done by a dermatologist or board certified plastic surgeon.

Microdermabrasion is also known as the lunch time peel, or power peel. The dermatologist will use a handheld device with micro crystals that vacuum, peel and polish to top layer of the skin. There is no recovery time for this procedure. The entire procedure is done in 35 to 45 minutes. Many people will have microdermabrasion done during their lunch hour and immediately return to work. There are no known side effects. The skin will have a mild sunburn appearance. This is perfect for people with fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, brown spots, dull skin and age spots.

It works on all ethnicities and skin types. However, microdermabrasion will not work on stretch marks, keloids, or very deep scars on the skin.

Many people choose microdermabrasion, there is no downtime. Dermabrasion requires a recovery time of 24 hours before returning to work.

Microdermabrasion is a nonsurgical skin procedure. Dermabrasion requires anesthetic and the skin bleeds afterwards. Dermabrasion is done at an outpatient facility. You will be administered medication prior to surgery to relax the muscles. The skin is cleansed and a special spray is applied to freeze the skin.

The surgeon will used a high-powered instrument with an abrasive spinning wheel that will remove the outer layer of skin. Post-surgery the skin will be improved and any imperfections will be gone. Once the skin is fully healed, your appearance will be younger and radiant. Many people report using very little to no makeup several weeks later.

After care is extremely important during the healing process. You must use sunscreen and a good moisturizer before any sun exposure. Avoid touching the treated skin in the shower, or using hot water for the first 24 hours.

One of the benefits of microdermabrasion is that they can be used to increase the efficacy of topical treatments like using a hyaluronic acid cream because the skin is better able to absorb beneficial nutrients at deeper layers. Check with your aesthetician to see what products are most beneficial and appropriate to boost the effect of your session.

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