Going for a microdermabrasion next week. I have oily skin, large pores and some mild scarring from acne?

I really hope this works good. I hope they don't mess up my face even further. They are supposed to be good (so I hear). I'll get it done at a surgeon's office. Can anyone tell me the pros and cons of the procedure?Going for a microdermabrasion next week. I have oily skin, large pores and some mild scarring from acne?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microdermab鈥?/a>Going for a microdermabrasion next week. I have oily skin, large pores and some mild scarring from acne?
they do work great! You'll prob be hooked. If you're going to have it done by doc you should be fine so long as you trust him/her.





You may experience some stinging, depending on how sensitive your skin is, but that's normal. Shouldn't be painful though. You always want to hydrate yourself to promote healthy skin and it will help with the oil too.





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I would not have professional microdermabrasion -- I have battled my skin for twenty years, and there are many other alternatives out there which provide much better results, for what amounts to not really much more money. You can achieve the same results of micrdermabrasion with:


- at-home microdermabrasion systems


- prescriptions retinoids (Retin-A, Tazorac, etc.)


- glycolic acid and salicylic acid combos (like GlyDerm)





Doctors' offices recommend it because it's a easy-to-perform procedure for them and provides easy revenue for their offices (and it takes *many* treatments to see results). Plus, once you stop, your acne, oiliness, and large pores will return. Other services, which will be more expensive -- but will also provide MUCH better results -- are options like BlueLight/Levulan Photodynamic Therapy. This was originally used for a condition called actinic keratoses, but it is an *excellent* treatment for acne, oily skin, and scarring. Acne patients generally experience remission for 18 months to three years after this treatment. This is *not* the same as as other light/laser treatments. This procedure uses heat to damage the oil glands that pour out excessive oil and two, and it kills the bacteria that is present in the pores that causes pimples, zits, whiteheads and blackheads. This treatment cause less pain and discomfort and promote regeneration of new skin, which is useful in treating acne scars.





The downtime (time at home) is greater for BlueLight/Levulan PhotoDynamic Therapy (possibly a couple of days at home, followed by pinkness and sensitivity for a week after, approximately). However, the results are *much* more dramatic. The facility where you are going for this microdermabrasion may not offer this treatment -- but I would try to find one. If you don't live a large area, you might have to travel some to find one, but the trip will be worth it.
Did you know that Avon has products that are MUCH cheaper than that. They have a new dermabrasion system that is $28 and lasts you for months!
yeah, I'd do her.
Marianne Williamson
Microdermabrasion


From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia





Microdermabrasion (often referred to as Microderm) is a cosmetic procedure popular in day spas, doctors' practices, and medical spas in which the stratum corneum (dead outermost surface of the skin) is partially or completely removed by light abrasion. Different methods include mechanical abrasion from jets of zinc oxide or aluminum oxide crystals, fine organic particles, or a roughened surface. Particles are removed off through the wand/handpiece through which the abrasive particles come [1] The term dermabrasion itself refers to the more severe medical procedure carried out under general or light anesthesia.





Microdermabrasion is used to remove sun-damaged skin and to remove or lessen scars and dark spots on the skin. The procedure is not very painful and requires no anaesthetic. Microdermabrasion can be used medically for scar removal when the scar is raised above the surrounding skin, but is less effective with sunken scars. There is very little, if any, evidence that microdermabrasion stimulates collagen formation. Microdermabrasion can also be used for treatment of acne, but must be repeated periodically to be effective. Microdermabrasion should not be used on patients who have taken the medication Accutane (Isotretinion) in the previous twelve months.





In the past, microdermabrasion was carried out using abrasive crystals. However, in the last decade, it has become more common to use a wand with a roughened surface. This procedure requires no medical oversight and is commonly used in conjunction with facial spa treatments. These days there are a multiplicity of machines available for microdermabrasion.





The growth of the microdermabrasion treatment industry has led to innovations and there are currently a few different microdermabrasion systems available. In terms of professional microdermabrasion systems there are two choices:





Crystal microdermabrasion


Diamond microdermabrasion


Crystal microdermabrasion systems are the traditional treatment of choice and rely on tiny crystals that are blasted onto the skin to perform the exfoliating process. Although the crystal microdermabrasion system is still widely used, the introduction of alternatives has led to a trend away from this treatment system.





Diamond microdermabrasion systems operate without the need for crystals. The exfoliation process occurs when a diamond tipped head makes contact with the skin and abrades against it. In both crystals and diamond microdermabrasion systems the dead skin cells are sucked away from the face.





Home microdermabrasion systems are an increasingly popular alternative to professional treatments. These are cheap and very easy to perform, and although not as powerful as professional systems, can produce good results over time. There is a great deal of competition in the home microdermabrasion systems market with most of the big cosmetics and skin care brands launching their own home systems.