I went to the dermatologist today and he recomended microdermabrasion for me. It surprised me because I have broken capillaries and I thought that this was a contraindication for microdermabrasion. I asked him and he said that my broken capillaries were caused by sun exposure and that I had no risk to get more from a microdermabrasion. Still, I'm not convinced about this. What do you think?
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Acne is caused by plugging of the oil glands. The plugs are too deep for microdermabrasion to be of any help.
Microdermabrasion is equivalent to a mild peel. It may help the acne medicine penetrate easier, but it adds greatly to the irritation.
The best treatment is similar to that of facial...
Yes, it is a risk but very rare. I recommend you select your practitioner based on their experience and professional reputation, as well as their expertise in performing the treatment.
Accutane makes the skin more fragile and we typically tell patients to avoid any laser procedures, including microdermabrasion, for at least 6 months. However, many microdermabrasion machines have adjustable levels and allow for a more gentle treatment. I would also be interested to know what...