Beverly Hills Microdermabrasion doctors

	Don Mehrabi, MD Beverly Hills Dermatologist 9735 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 421, Beverly Hills		11 answers
	David Hansen, MD Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon 9201 W Sunset Blvd Ste. 612, Beverly Hills		2 answers
	Arnold W. Klein, MD Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon 9415 Brighton Way M110, Beverly Hills
	Letantia B. Bussell, MD Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon 433 N Camden Dr Ste 805, Beverly Hills
	Afshin Farzadmehr, MD Los Angeles Dermatologist 1125 South Beverly Drive Suite 600, Beverly Hills

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Is Microdermabrasion Really Helpful in Acne Reducing on Oily Skin?

Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

How Long Do the Effects of Microdermabrasion Last? For someone with fairly average skin, how long could I expect the effects of a microdermabrasion session to last?

A: Microdermabrasion results.

The results depend on your skin and who is doing the procedure. When it is done for minor changes and by someone good, the results last 6-12 months.

Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Microdermabrasion with Salicylic Acid or Cosmelan for Melasma? I am suffering from melasma. I have also other brown spots on my cheek (look like aging spots). I tried so many different creams like Trio A and Skinoren, but nothing changed. Now I am looking for the right treatment. How successful will the result of microdermabrasion together with salicylic acid be on my melasma? I'm Skin type III. Is this a possible treatment or may the melasma react and come back more darker? How much will this cost?
I've also heard about Cosmelan. Will this be a better option? Can I get long-term results from Cosmelan? How often can I repeat this treatment? Is cosmelan harmful for the skin?

A: Microdermabrasion is not standard for melasma. Cosmelan is a good choice.

Microdermabrasion is not a standard treatment for melasma. Rather, it would be better to try different bleaching creams, specifically Triluma, to try to lighten the area. Sometimes laser will work, but studies have shown that melasma will recur after laser in most cases, so at most, it is temporary relief. Contant use of a bleaching cream + laser (if desired) may be a great starting point.

Also, Cosmelan is an excellent treatment. It is meant to be a once a year treatment, but you can repeat it in 4-6 months if the results are good, but not perfect. Other options for melasma include repeated glycolic peels. Theoretically, deeper peels would work, but I would worry about it coming back worse.

The standard rules apply: birth control and pregnancy will worsen melasma. Those two and sun exposure will prevent any treatment from working.

Hope this helps!

Don Mehrabi, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologist

Beverly Hills Microdermabrasion reviews

$1,097 average price for Microdermabrasion in Beverly Hills
50% of Beverly Hills reviewers said Microdermabrasion was worth it

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	“Microdermabration Was Better Than I...” I had microdermabration because I have acne scars and large pores. It was really painful but the end result was great. I was red and slightly swollen for a day but my skins texture eventually looked smoother. I plan to have this procedure done again. It hasn't reduced my Acne scars but my skin texture looked better. Apparently your suppose to have microdermabration done more... more
	“HydraFacial Definitely Worth the...” Ok, I thought I needed a face lift but I just couldn't afford it now, plus I am kind of scared of the surgery. Therefore, I opted to a serires of 6 HydraFacial treatments for $875 ($175 each plus one freebie). I am really satisfied with the "face-lifting" type results! I felt the difference after 1st treatment - my skin instantly felt softer, hydrated, smoother and glowing... more
	“Absolutely Not Worth It! - Arcadia, CA” I got my microdermabrasion in conjunction with a series of chemical peels (which were also worthless, by the way). It didn't hurt, and it didn't improve the appearance of my skin one bit. I think my skin looks better after I use a facial scrub than after I got microdermabrasion! more
	“YES, YES and YES!!!!” Microderm is THE BEST thing I have done for my skin. It solves the aging and acne problems. The biggest issue is that you really need to stay out of the sun when you are getting treatments b/c your skin becomes more vulnerable b/c it is raw. So be gentle after those micro treatments. Well worth it though. It is my top pick for plastic surgery related items. more
	“Save Your Money” Keep your money. I could have washed my face at home. They will tell you how much better your skin looks and feels. But it feels and looks better after you shower as well. I would do it again if it were free or under $20 because it was relaxing more