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Microdermabrasion at Home

asked 3 years ago by anon
Latest answer by David Colbert, MD
Question viewed 14,854 times
Tags: at-home, skin

Is home microdermabrasion a good idea or should I pay more money to go to a professional?

4 answers to Microdermabrasion at Home

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Are at-home microdermabrasion kits safe, or should I see a dermatologist?

It's a good idea to visit a board certified dermatologist & have them do a few Microdermabrasion treatments in their office the proper way. After you have experienced professional microdermabrasion & have achieved the results, you can speak with your dermatologist about your skincare needs & then consider what type of exfoliation is good for your skin. At my practice I like to utilize the Parisian Peel System. I also created an easy to use at-home microdermabrasion facial... more
David Colbert, MD

New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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Home microdermabrasion vs. Professional Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a form of mechanical exfoliation that complements a regimented skin care protocol. Patients with clogged pores, melasma, uneven skin texture, and poor complexion may benefit from the outpatient skin treatment. Home microdermabrasion is convenient, but cannot reach the same depth of treatment as those performed by a professional.
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Home Microdermabrasion: Not Recommended

I would strongly advise against performing microdermabrasion at home. It is important to apply the device in an even and uniform manner. This is difficult to do at home. Failure to do so could result in suboptimal results. It could even result in damage to the skin including altered pigmentation, scarring, or burns. For gentle exfoliation, I would recommend a buff-puff. For anything stronger, I would highly recommend leaving such procedures to a skilled healthcare professional who can... more
Adam D. Schaffner, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

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