How Often Should You Get Microdermabrasion?
This treatment is both effective and safe enough to have weekly or once every 4 to 8 weeks. The amount of time you should wait in between treatment sessions is going to depend on your skin and the skin concerns that you have. It is important to listen to the experts to achieve the best results. Our staff will be able to evaluate your skin, realize your goals and let you know how long you should wait in between treatment sessions.
The Benefits of Treatment
There are a variety of great benefits that this treatment can offer the skin.
Smaller Pores
If you struggle with large pores, this treatment can help shrink those pores down in no time. It will take care of any debris that has become trapped deep in the pores and make them a lot smaller in appearance. This will make the skin look healthier and more youthful, especially with continued treatment sessions.
Smoother Skin Texture
Uneven skin texture is a concern that a lot of people face. Skin that is rough or bumpy can be an issue regardless of how well you stick to your skincare routine. This treatment will smooth away that rough and bumpy texture and give you incredibly smooth skin painlessly!
More Even Skin Tone
Excessive redness on the skin or other discoloration can make the tone of the skin appear uneven. This treatment will even out the tone of the skin and have it looking healthier than ever in no time at all.
Diminished Appearance of Fine Lines & Wrinkles
A great part about this treatment and another reason it is so popular is that it is able to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, especially on the forehead, around the mouth, and around the eyes. Fewer wrinkles and fine lines will help the skin look more even and more youthful.
Diminished Appearance of Sun Damage & Acne Scarring
Any sun damage or acne scarring can be significantly faded through this treatment. It will encourage the healthy, refreshed skin cells to come to the surface and that will fade any scars left behind from past acne as well as any discoloration caused by sun damage.
Brighter Skin
If dull skin is an issue that you struggle with, this treatment does wonders. It is actually considered one of the best non-surgical treatments available for brightening dull skin. It removes all those stubborn dead skin cells, revealing totally radiant skin!
Younger-Looking Skin
This treatment works to help restore lost elasticity in the skin by boosting the skin’s natural production of collagen. It will also help plump up skin where volume has been lost, especially in the cheek area. Overall, you can expect your skin to appear a lot younger than it did before your treatment session.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does It Hurt?
No, this treatment does not hurt at all. Actually, a lot of people really enjoy the way this treatment feels! Many people compare this treatment to that of a facial massage. You do not have to worry about any pain during or after this treatment.
2. How Long Does Treatment Take?
A wonderful part about this treatment is that it does not take a long time. In just about 30 minutes or less, the entire treatment can be completed. If you take into account all of the results that this treatment can deliver, 30 minutes or less is a very short treatment time.
3. Is This Treatment Safe?
Of course! This treatment has been tried and proven over the course of thousands of successful treatments. You do not have to be worried about your safety or your skin’s safety because of this treatment. It was designed to help your skin look and feel better and with additional treatments, it can even help with many common skin concerns such as aging skin. It is totally safe!
4. How Do I Know if It’s Right for Me?
If you want to dramatically improve the look and feel of your skin, it is safe to say that this treatment is one that can benefit you. It is effective for all types of skin tones and is even effective for those with combination skin and dry skin. It’s great for any person who wants to improve their skin’s tone and texture while also improving the appearance of skin concerns such as fine lines.
If you are still unsure, take a look at some before and after pictures to determine if this is something that would help you reach your skin goals. Also, never hesitate to ask our staff questions as they can let you know what to expect specifically for your skin!
5. Is This Only for Women?
Not at all! This is treatment is a great idea for anyone! Again, it works for all skin types and tones so just about anyone can receive some benefit from having this treatment. Men and women can both enjoy the great benefits of this treatment option while also avoiding any painful surgeries or downtime.
6. How Do I Get Ready for My Treatment Session?
Unlike other kinds of treatments, there is no prep that you need to be worried about on your end. All you have to do is show up for your treatment session and our knowledgeable staff will take care of everything else.
7. Can It Cause Lasting Damage to My Skin?
No. This treatment is skillfully designed to make skin look and feel better. There is no risk of any lasting damage to your skin. Think of it as an incredibly deep clean that takes care of dead skin cells while promoting skin health from the inside out. You do not need to be worried about any damage to your skin as it will look and feel better than ever before!
8. Is There Downtime?
Nope! When this treatment has concluded, you can get on with your day. There are even people who have taken breaks at work during lunch, had this treatment, and went right back to work. Because this treatment is so quick and requires no downtime, it is a great option for those who have busy schedules.
9. When Will I See My Results?
It may take longer for some people to be able to see their results and that will depend on age other variables. However, most people will see an improvement in their skin’s texture immediately following treatment. In the 24 hours after treatment, skin will continue to look better but full results may not be visible for up to 3 days. Either way, you do not have to wait for a long time to see those great results!
10. How Long Will My Results Last?
Depending on how many treatment sessions you have had and other factors, most people can expect their results to last for up to a month and oftentimes longer if you are following a good skincare routine. If you want even more dramatic results, have additional treatments! Also, when you do notice those results fading, you can simply come in for another treatment to keep your skin glowing!
11. Can It Help With Deeper Wrinkles?
In most cases, even deeper, more severe wrinkles, will be far less noticeable. However, more treatments may be needed to drastically improve the appearance of severe wrinkles. Either way, you can expect that your skin will look and feel better over the course of time as the newly refreshed skin cells rise to the surface.
Get Gorgeous, Glowing Skin Today With Zero Downtime
If you want younger-looking, more radiant skin, microdermabrasion is an option that has been tried and proven. It is able to deliver results fast and all without any pain or downtime. It works for all skin types and tones and can even help diminish the appearance of many skin issues such as acne scarring, fine lines, wrinkles, and more. Come see us today at Dr. Michael I. Jacobs in New York, NY to reach all of your skin goals!