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In-office Microdermabrasion |
At home Microdermabrasion |
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How it works |
Like a mild sandblast, microdermabrasion sloughs off your dead skin cells, increases blood circulation, reduces acne and unblocks pores to help fight acne. |
You apply aluminum oxide crystals in a creamy base to your skin, then massage with your fingers or a hand-held, battery-operated device. The super-fine crystals stimulate blood flow and slough off dead skin. |
Cost |
$150/session |
$30-—$110 |
Ideal if... |
You have acne or tougher skin. |
You have acne or dry skin and want a glowing complexion, without the downtime. |
Selling point |
Reduces acne, removes dead, flaky skin. |
Takes 10 minutes in your bathroom; no appt. needed. |
Tip |
Avoid if you have thin skin or broken capillaries — a peel is a better choice. |
Popular at-home solutions are available at most drugstores or department store beauty counters, including kits by Neutrogena, Lancome, and Olay |