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Is a home microdermabrasion kit worth the money?

Has anyone tried a home microdermabrasion kit? Does it work or should I cough up another $60 to have microdermabrasion by a professional?

What is the best microdermabrasion method? 2 answers

Of all of the substances used for microdermabrasion, which works best?  My clinic uses crystals but I've heard that there are other microderm...


Does the Clarisonic give you results?

Anyone using the clarisonic brush?  Does the clarisonic deliver the results it promises?  I love my Sonicare toothbrush which is (I'm told)...

Exfoliation after a chemical peel? 1 answer

I had a b-liftx chemical peel and today is the 6th day. My skin started to peel a little on the 4th day and it is around the sides of my nose and...

Tips for exfoliating skin 2 answers

I've been using apricot scrub for years to exfoliate on my face and body, but I was recently told that this is the absolute worst product ever for...

Exfoliating after Fraxel Laser 3 answers

I just had my third Fraxel Laser session a week ago. How soon post-procedure can I exfoliate?

OK to exfoliate a few days after Fraxel? 1 answer

I used an exfoliate this morning. My skin still feels the same. Is that going to hurt my outcome from Fraxel? Also is it normal to have a few...

Why do some people experience pore enlargement after a peel or exfoliation? 1 answer

In my research, it seems that a significant minority of people experience enlarged pores following chemical peels and sometimes exfoliation. What is...

Exfoliation after Juvederm injection? 5 answers

I Just had Juvederm put in my face 18 days ago. I normally use a beta hydroxy acid and a cream with retinol vitamin A and green tea in it. Is this...

Will exfoliation and bleaching help with TCA burn? 1 answer

Is regular exfoliation with glycolics and the usage of bleaching creams and gels beneficial to a completely healed TCA burn, assumming that it did not...

Chemical peel recommended for oily, sensitive, acne-prone skin? 5 answers

What kind of chemical peel would be recommended for oily, sensitive, and acne-prone skin needing exfoliation?

How effective is the Clarisonic Brush? 1 answer

Does it exfoliate? Does it prevent clogged pores? Is there anyone who should not use it or any condition it could make worse? I think it would be...

Best permanent milia treatment? 1 answer

Hello, I have had Milia since birth, am now 25. It never resolves itself. I've been given pills, exfoliations by dermatologists and creams growing...

Squeezing and using mild exfoliants while on Accutane?

Hi there, I'm two days into a 6 month course of Accutane and wondering about how to zap the zits that may come out in the next couple of months...