Microdermabrasion

By my rough estimation, I've likely had about 6 microdermabrasion treatments over the past two years so this provided me with more than enough time to formulate an accurate opinion. My skin is fairly clear, but I have gone to eliminate very faint red spots on my upper cheeks. I have seen slight improvements, but it has ultimately caused me to break out more often with zits that now left marks behind. I have found that these treatments are far too evasive and do more harm than good. Let's look at my pros and cons below. Pros: Smooths out your skin and gives you a very temporary glow. Tackles acne that was inevitably going to surface. Slight improvements with multiple visits, but they must be at least a month apart. Cons: The downtime can last anywhere from 3-7 days. If they manage to dig out a lot or even attempt to correct scars, it will certainly take a good chunk of time to scab and then fully heel. Cost is a big factor as these treatments are not inexpensive and you will need at least 3 visits to see any improvements whatsoever. Your face feels open to dirt and germs that could lead to clogged pores. Expect further breakouts as they are essentially bringing all of those zits skin deep to the service I have a high pain tolerance, but many tend to complain about the discomfort they experience with this treatment. If you are thinking about this treatment to help counteract scars, marks or even active acne, I would highly recommend going with a laser alternative. Less down time and a lot less evasive.

I got microderm hoping that it will reduce the appearance of acne scars, but After the treatment my face looked the same... It was just a waste of money.. Before the treatment the doc said the microderm wont do much, if i m looking for fast results... And acne scars will disappear on its own after 3-6 months She told me to instead treat my acne with a cream so i dont get any new breakouts.. After sometime skin will clear on its own... She said microderm is very superficial

I am currently up to my fourth treatment. After the third treatment, I begun to breakout with both small pimples and large 'volcano' bumps which have no head. My blackheads also appear to be have multiplied and the pores around me nose and forehead have become larger. I really hoped that the Microdermabrasion had just brought up pimples that were already existing under the surface of my skin, but after a couple of hours of research, I realised that after the third treatment, skin should be (at least) starting to clear up. From reading the other comments on this hub, Microdermabrasion obviously has varied effects on different people. I recommend that you pay for one session at a time, rather than in a six, nine or twelve session deal, so that you can assess how your skin is feeling after each session and decide whether to continue or not. This will save time, energy and money if the Microdermabrasion has a negative effect on your skin.

I had just finished a series of peels when microderm was recomended to me. I thought I would give it a shot and was promsed it would not make my skin worse. I broke out very badly and was told it was just brining nastiness to the surface. just like everything else, it brought it to the surface but it did not go away. I am not getting cysts, which I did not before. I saw an estician, she's very nice, but I did not get the results I was told I would get. Had 6 weekly treatments, last was free. Might be good for someone without active acne.

I've only had one treatment, so I can't vouch for results after a series of treatments. However, I will not splurge on this...I wans't impressed. Initially, I was thrilled--my skin felt unbelievably soft and smooth, and the skin esthestician said this would really help reduce pore appearance and oilyness. Ummm...no. I became even oilier than usual...my skin felt very sticky and greasy.

I payed £27 for five treatments which is not worth it, it is just a massive con that breaks you out in more spots, tbf the only thing that will help your acne are vitamin supplements, don't bother withj this treatment it will just give you false hope.

I had two treatments so far at $125 per treatment plus a range of products they sold me costing $300. The first was terrific: my acne scars were lighter and my skin looked very fresh and healthy. It was a little red but I didn't mind at all. However, the day afterwards, I got breakouts on one cheek, and left it alone hoping that it would go away with the products I was using from the salon. The acne got worse and started forming a big, inflamed, red mess across my cheek, and I had to go back to the salon for another micro and for them to extract it. The second micro yielded almost no results. My skin looks the same and the acne on my cheek after the first micro has scarred terribly. I am getting married in 2 weeks and have never seen my skin look so scarred. I guess I must have had a bad experience. I am debating whether to go back 1 week before my wedding to try to clear up the scar again... hopefully my make-up artist can work magic...

For me, was not an effective treatment for the few pock marks on my face.

I first had Microdermabrasion done at Rizzieri's salon in Washington. It evened out my skin tone but didn't do much for my acne. I stopped going after quite a few treatments because it wasn't helping and was wasting money. Later on I went to Susan Bullock of the Washington Twp. Dermatology Center. She recommended Microdermabrasion for my acne so I gave it a shot a second time. She said their machine was stronger then the one used at Rizzieri's so I was convinced it would work out this time. A few months went by and there was no improvement in my acne. I still was breaking out and didn't see any difference in my Nothing. Nada. What a waste of money. I really wanted it to work out. They only tell you to get it done to cover the cost of buying Microdermabrasion machine. If you really want to try Microdermabrasion purchase a home kit and save your money. Derm-e has a Microdermabrasion product.