Does microdermabrasion work for acne?

wonderig if the exfoliation would take away the acne on my cheeks

2 answers to “Does microdermabrasion work for acne?”

A: Microdermabrasion for acne

Benjamin Barankin, MD

Microdermabrasion can be helpful for mild comedonal acne (blackheads & whiteheads), although there are very effective creams and sometimes pills used for acne which can be just as effective, and often more effective at less of an expense. I personally prefer chemical peels to microdermabrasion. See your... more

A: Microdermabrasion not very effective for acne

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD

Microdermabrasion can work for acne stage one, which involves clogged pores/ comedones. It involves several ongoing treatments to achieve results. There are other better acne treatments available, like chemical peels or IPL treatments combined with specific topicals. For acne, see your dermatologist or... more

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