Does microdermabrasion work for acne?
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Microdermabrasion Helps Keep Pores Clear
The four main problems to address in acne care are:
- Blocked pores - skin debris on the surface can block pores. Acne starts with a blocked pore.
- Excess oil production
- Inflammation
- Excess acne-causing bacteria
Microdermabrasion decreases surface skin cell debris and unblocks pores. I usually combine microdermabrasions with chemical peels. Chemical peels decrease skin surface debris in a different way than microdermabrasion.
Some chemical peels, such as salicylic acid, can also decrease inflammation, another causative factor in acne. I recommend that patients receive microdermabrasions at a medical doctor’s Office. When performed in a doctor’s office, microdermabrasion can be used to reach the dermis if needed. However, I don’t normally find this necessary. Also, chemical peels at a doctor’s office are usually unbuffered, and can be used in higher strengths than in salons or spas. The result is a deeper, more effective treatment.
Acne is a disease that requires treatment over time. It’s usually best to have periodic microdermabrasions to keep skin surface debris to a minimum. Other causes of acne must also be addressed- microdermabrasion alone won’t “cure” an acne problem.
Remember- It’s Your Face! For best results, seek out a medical doctor with experience in microdermabrasion for acne care.




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