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When it comes to rejuvenating and smoothing your skin, the possibilities are truly endless. As women\u2019s wellness experts can attest there are countless treatments you can incorporate into your skincare routine to enhance your natural beauty. And of course, the microdermabrasion facial happens to be one of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curious about the benefits of microdermabrasion? Want to know whether it\u2019s a good option for you? Keep scrolling, as today\u2019s article reveals everything you need to know about this popular exfoliation treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Microdermabrasion?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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According to Debra Tanner Abell, MD<\/a>, \u201cMicrodermabrasion provides the ultimate non-invasive exfoliation. It is a quick, relatively painless, 15-minute procedure with no downtime.\u201d Essentially, the procedure involves passing a diamond-tipped wand \u2014 that can be attached to a vacuum \u2014 over the face. By exfoliating the top layer and removing any dead skin cells or oil, this cosmetic procedure retextures the skin<\/a> and reveals a youthful, glowing complexion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Does The Procedure Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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So, how does a diamond-tipped handpiece produce radiant skin, decrease pore size, and improve dark spots? After cleansing the skin, the microdermabrasion practitioner uses a hand-held device<\/a> to gently remove the top layer of skin. Most microdermabrasion wands spray crystals across the face, and through gentle swipes of the handpiece, those crystals exfoliate the top layer of skin. However, another \u2014 less common \u2014 microdermabrasion treatment uses a vacuum to remove dead skin cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Note that the kind of treatment you receive depends entirely on your practitioner.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits of Microdermabrasion? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Why opt for this fancy exfoliation procedure? Well, below are the most common microdermabrasion benefits:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improves the Texture of Skin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Because the microdermabrasion treatment removes the outer layer of dead skin cells, it reveals the smooth, new tissue underneath. If you have a series of treatments done (which is recommended<\/a>), you should notice your skin tone evening out. Additionally, many patients notice a softening of fine lines and wrinkles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Evens Skin Tone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Microdermabrasion helps some people lighten their post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or acne scars that remain long after a pimple has healed. However, note that this procedure isn\u2019t intended to treat deep acne scarring or keloid scars<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduces Pigmentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another one of the benefits of microdermabrasion is that it reduces pigmentation and lessens the appearance of age spots<\/a>, sun damage, and other signs of aging. (Woohoo!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stimulates Collagen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Research<\/a> shows that microdermabrasion thickens the epidermis by stimulating collagen production and speeding up cell turnover. Collagen is the protein found in our skin that makes it appear taut and smooth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cleans Out Pores<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Microdermabrasion cleans out your pores<\/a> by eliminating dead skin cells and oil. However, experts agree that the results are most powerful when this procedure is combined with alpha hydroxy acids<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improves Mild Acne <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although this procedure isn\u2019t recommended for people with severe or inflammatory acne, it helps reduce the formation of comedones and improves mild acne<\/a>. And because it combats oiliness, microdermabrasion makes large pores appear smaller. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aids Absorption<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn addition to the immediate benefits of the procedure, the exfoliation also allows the skin to absorb\u2026 topical medications to a deeper level,\u201d says Abel. \u201cTherefore [microdermabrasion] can be used in conjunction with many other therapies.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Side Effects and Precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The best thing about this popular skincare procedure is that the side effects<\/a> are minimal and short-lived. Depending on the sensitivity of your skin, you might experience: <\/p>\n\n\n\n