Microdermabrasion – Reap the benefits avoid the dangers.

All that glitters is not gold –not all the time at least. Microdermabrasion is a beauty treatment of choice when you need even toned, rosy, and glowing skin. But improper use of this useful beauty treatment can lead to thinning of skin causing severe damage. Here are the tips to use this procedure wisely, so that it gives you the glowing skin – not embarrassment.

Understanding microdermabrasion – How it works?

Microdermabrasion is a procedure to buff away the outer layer of the skin with the application of tiny rough grains. Microdermabrasion can be done with medical procedures employing special equipment, salon treatments, and creams and scrubs that you apply at home. Regardless of the method, the objective of this procedure is to peel off the outer layer of the skin and giving a chance to new skin to take its place.

How much is too much?

Overdoing the procedure is the most common way to mess up the things. Remember microdermabrasion is a procedure to peel off the outer surface of the skin to give a chance to new skin to form. After experiencing the instant “glowing” effect of microdermabrasion, some women become hooked and start having it more frequently – beyond the safety limits. This overdoing causes broken veins, uneven skin, dark spots, pigmentation, and acne.

By overdoing, I do not only mean a professional dermabrasion session at medical spa or beauty salon. Chemical peels and even scrubs are designed to do the same task – peel off the outer layer of the skin. No matter which procedure you use to exfoliate, wait enough for the skin to form properly before you try againto peel it off!

Which is better – professional or at home?

The answer depends on the situation. If you want serious improvements, choose professional treatment. By professional, I don’t mean out of the house! Make sure that the staff is qualified and well-trained. If you choose to have it at home, be sure that the products you use are mild and safe.

If you’ve been saving up for a costly super-facial to make you feel pampered, maybe you’d be better served by professional microdermabrasion instead.