How microdermabrasion works in rejuvenating your skin

Microdermabrasion is a treatment that is being hailed by many people as the “instantaneous face lift” and an effective but less costly and less invasive procedure than chemical peels or Botox. Perth recipients of this treatment have been keen to show off the rejuvenating effects that it has on the skin, and this is due to stimulating the body to produce new and healthy skin cells. In order to comprehend fully how the process works, it is important to have a general understanding of the different layers of the skin and how they work.

Our skin is made up of two dermal layers, the outer layer known as the epidermis and the inner layer called the dermis. The epidermis is basically a layer of dead skin cells that are on top of another layers of cells, which are busy forming and maturing. These layers protect our body from the outside world not allowing bacteria or germs to enter the body, if we have an accident and cut or graze ourselves, then the body’s natural defences come to the fore, our white blood cells deal with any bacteria and the skin cells reproduce to close up the openings by growing a new skin layer preventing loss of blood and reducing the risk of infection.

The topmost layer of the skin is home to many blemishes, wrinkles and skin imperfections and of course, dead skin cells that can block and clog up our pores causing spots and blackheads. Through gentle abrasion or mild scrubbing of this top layer using tiny micro particles or rough grains, it is possible to remove this surface layer of the skin, hence the term microdermabrasion. Using a specialised microdermabrasion tool, a trained professional can remove what is known as the stratum corneum without causing harm and damage to the skin or the delicate second layer called the dermis. The body thinks that some minor injury has occurred so reacts by producing replacement new and healthy skin cells.

This treatment is usually used on the face, the neck, hands or arms and for the first hour or so will cause mild swelling and redness to appear. The benefits of this treatment is that the surface of the skin is very much improved, and the new skin cells the body produces are smoother and healthier giving an appearance of rejuvenation. Moisturisers can then penetrate the skins surface, which was not really possible before and their active ingredients can get down to the lower layers of the skin.

The skins imperfections that were visible on the uppermost layer are likely to be removed so sun damage or fine lines can be visibly reduced or blemishes removed entirely. There are also some early studies reporting on this procedure that seem to suggest having a number of treatments cause a change in the lower layer of skin. This could lead to deeper blemishes being removed over a period of time and contribute to a younger looking complexion.

Microdermabrasion is not for everyone, as there are certain medical conditions such as dermatitis or widespread acne which make the sufferers not suitable for this form of rejuvenating treatment. If in doubt then speak with your doctor as well as a trained microdermabrasion practitioner in Perth before booking your first appointment. Otherwise, it is a very safe procedure and one that can certainly bring a youthful glow to your appearance. Speak to a qualified doctor at Liift Aesthetics to discuss the microdermabrasion procedure and how it would help make your skin look younger.