Skin Care Tips, Notes & More

For those seeking to rejuvenate their skin without paying lots of money for highly invasive treatments, home microdermabrasion kits provide the perfect alternative. Safe and easy to use, and cheaper than services offered by day spas and clinics, these kits can be a great way to help you achieve the results you are after.

Effects of this treatment:

Using fine particles, microdermabrasion gently and painlessly scrubs away the uppermost layer of skin. This layer, known as the stratum corneum, is the top layer of dead skin cells that act as a barrier between the lower layers of skin and the outside world.

What are the benefits of this treatment?

The stratum corneum is where wrinkles and creases first appear in the skin. Removing this layer can actually clear away fine lines and wrinkles. It is also effective in reducing the appearance of dark spots and small scars, such as acne pigmentation.

One of the effects of microdermabrasion is that it causes the body to think that it has suffered damage. In response it works harder to produce healthy, new skin cells. These help to renew the skin and give it a more youthful appearance. It is reputed to improve the production of collagen, but there is virtually no real evidence to suggest that this is the case.

As well as having fewer side effects than any other dermatological procedure, microdermabrasion is effective on all skin types and tones.

Why people choose a home microdermabrasion kit:

At $25-$50 for each kit, home microdermabrasion is by far the cheaper option than professional treatments, which start at $100 per treatment. The kits are less powerful, but are effective in maintaining the results of clinical microdermabrasion. They are quite safe to use and is not a difficult procedure to perform.

Advice on how to use home microdermabrasion kits:

Always read the instructions before using your home microdermabrasion kit. Look at all the products that come in the kit and ensure that you know what they are all for. It is advisable that you keep the packaging and instructions in case you need to refer back to them in the future.

Test patches are highly recommended before use of the product. A reaction to any of the ingredients in the microdermabrasion formula can last days or even weeks. To test, apply a small amount of the cream to your forehead, chin or behind your ear. Wait 24 hours after testing to make sure that you do not suffer any allergic reactions.

Often it is best to use these kits in the evening. Many will cause temporary redness and some sensitivity in the area treated. Some may also have particles that are hard to rinse off, in which case you may wish to use the treatment just before your evening shower.

1.Make sure you are in a place that is clean, brightly lit, provides access to a mirror and has warm, running water available. A good place is usually the bathroom.

2.Use the cleanser that comes with the kit, or your regular cleansing gel to clean the area being treated. Wash thoroughly after cleaning.

3.Use the microdermabrasion cream. If the kit comes with with a sponge or applicator, then use this. Otherwise just use your fingers. The instructions will tell you if your face should be dry or a little damp before using the cream. Gently rub the cream, but do not rub for too long in one place or you may irritate the skin.

4.Wash away the crystals thoroughly. If you experience difficulty washing them off, take a shower and keep rinsing.

5.Pat your face dry afterwards.

6.There should be a nourishing cream that comes with the kit. If so, then use this after you have cleaned and dried your face. If the kit doesn't come with a moisturizer then use your regular moisturizing cream.

Important: Read all warnings on the label before use.

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