What You Need to Know About Microdermabrasion

woman getting microdermabrasion treatment in a salon

Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure that rejuvenates the skin by encouraging faster turn over of the skin cells.

As we age, this cell turnover slows down. Normally, our skin renews itself every 28 days, but when things slow down, skin can look dry and dull, and the skin tone can look uneven. This is when it might be worth mentioning microdermabrasion to your clients.

How does microdermabrasion work?

Microdermabrasion causes very slight trauma to the skin, and when skin experiences any sort of damage or trauma, its natural healing mechanism kicks in, and it speeds up the renewal of the skin cells.

What does it involve?

A microdermabrasion machine sprays a fine mist of exfoliating grains on to the client’s skin. As well as exfoliating, the machine also has a sucking action, which can help to improve the skin’s circulation and work on skin health in the deeper levels of the skin too.

During the treatment

The therapist gently moves a wand over the skin, which sprays the client’s face with fine grains. The wand then sucks away any particles and debris.

The treatment is not invasive, and it will be painless for your client. Many people say they feel as if they are being massaged with a strong facial scrub when they are getting the treatment.

After the treatment

Your client may notice that their skin appears flushed or pink, and it may become dry or flaky a few days after the treatment, but this is normal, and it settles down. This is just the skin renewing itself.

Clients should notice that the skin looks softer and smoother even after one treatment, and after a course of treatments, fine lines will be less noticeable, skin tone will be more even, and sun spots or age spots will fade. This is a big selling point for this treatment and an excellent way of encouraging clients to return for further treatments.

What can microdermabrasion be used for?

  • People who want to combat the first signs of ageing
  • Dull, dry skin with uneven tone and texture
  • Acne scarring
  • Hyperpigmentation and melasma
  • Keratosis Pilaris

A word about Acne

Reducing acne scarring might take a course of treatment over a longer period of time and the treatment won’t get rid of serious acne scars. If your clients want to use it to treat acne, it’s best for people who have mild breakouts, or whiteheads and blackheads. Microdermabrasion can clear the pores and reduce breakouts, but it won’t treat moderate or severe acne. This requires targeted medical treatments.

If your client’s acne is inflamed, you should advise them that microdermabrasion isn’t suitable for them as it can further irritate the skin.

Who is microdermabrasion not suitable for?

Microdermabrasion has quite a strong effect on the skin, so if your client has sensitive skin, or any of the following, it won’t be suitable:

  • Acne with lesions
  • Skin lesions
  • Rosacea
  • Dermatitis
  • Psoriasis
  • Fragile capillaries

We’re introducing microdermabrasion at the academy soon, why not train with us?

All our courses are taught in small groups which makes for a relaxing learning environment where you’ll get all the attention you need. Steph, our academy director and trainer, has over 20 years’ experience in the industry so when you book a course with us, you’ll be perfectly prepared to be the most successful therapist that you can be.

For more information on any of our courses, call Steph on 07825337342.

 

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