33 of 42 people found the following review helpful:
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I am 45 yrs old and decided it was time to do something about lines and wrinkles on my forehead and eyes.
Ok, actually, the lines are pretty much everywhere!
I'm freaked by the idea of surgery and botox injection, so i was easily convinced to get a microdermabrasion at a well known Chicago aesthetician/spa. I was told it would take years off.
The microdermabrasion took off some flaky skin, gave me a nice shiny complexion, but really didn't do much to erase lines and wrinkles.
Darnit, I think i need to move to chemical peel which I hear is painful
Microdermabrasion reviews by RealSelf.com users
Avg cost $401
66% say Microdermabrasion was worth it
34% say Microdermabrasion was not worth it
8/4/07
Hello Belle2,
What your aesthetician did was over promise. Not to say she was misleading, sometimes we get overly excited and the skin we are treating needs more than just 1 treatment. This is true with all skin rejuvination. Microdermabrasion did do some good for your skin. Removing dead, dull built up skin giving your skin a "nice shiny" glow. If this is your first go at addressing your skin concerns, at 45, then you really should consider peptite based skin care products, as peptites will plump the skin. Chemical resurfacers are another treatment you should look into. They can range from discomfort rating of zero all the way up to ten+. Ask about glycolics for starters. Both of these treatments can be done together. Microdermabrasion will refine the surface and the chemicals will plump the skin. Dont give up, just find an aesthetician which you trust and feel confident in her ability. Good Luck!
8/31/07
Hi Belle, As I am 40 I also have skin issues...but it is my understanding that usually at least 8 to 12 sessions will give you great results..and than you'll have to keep it up with a maintance program...I also would go to a doctors office (a little more expensive) but worth it..and they'll give you a great skin care line just for your skin needs...Good Luck
8/21/08
Hi Belle, my aesthetician told me the results also depend on the intensity level applied to your face. I'm not too sensitive so she raises the intensity so I'll require less sessions. I went to another spa and it was so light I'd have to go back many times more. Find a good aesthetician that won't take you for your money.