Monday, October 17, 2011

Chemical Peel Versus Microdermabrasion?

A Chemical Peel and Microdermabrasion are resurfacing procedures that exfoliate the skin. Many of our Sleek Surgical and MedSpa patients want to know:  What are the differences and benefits of a chemical peel versus microdermabrasion? Microdermabrasion works well on superficial skin imperfections such as some acne scars, fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores and sun spots.  A chemical peel is more effective on serious skin problems like deeper scars, severe acne and wrinkles.

What is a Chemical Peel?
Your Sleek Surgical and MedSpa practitioner uses a chemical solution to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing the damaged layers of skin. It is helpful for those individuals with facial blemishes, acne prone skin, blackheads, whiteheads, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. The precise formula used may be adjusted to meet each patient's needs. There are many different types of Chemical Peels to choose from. From, Glycolic, Salicylic, Jessner and AHA Kojic Chemical Peels, all available in our seven (7) Sleek Surgical and MedSpa locations. Your Sleek Practitioner will determine which Chemical Peel is suited for your skin needs.

What is Microdermabrasion?
As we age, our skin's ability to naturally exfoliate diminishes. Microdermabrasion provides vigorous exfoliation that gets rid of impurities on the surface of your skin revealing fresh, glowing skin. Our Sleek Surgical and MedSpa practitioner uses a device that sprays tiny crystals across the face, mixing gentle abrasion with suction to remove dead surface cells and clearing the pores away of debris.
Treatment of the whole face takes about 30 minutes with very little discomfort. Microdermabrasion feels like a light suction running over your face. A less aggressive approach to laser skin resurfacing than a chemical peel, microdermabrasion yields its best results from a series of treatments.

Chemical Peel and Microdermabrasion Can Both:
•    Remove dead skin and impurities from your face
•    Reduces pore size
•    Restore a youthful glow to your face
•    Softens fine lines
•    Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation
•    Eliminates sun damage
•    Helps control and minimize acne and acne scaring
•    Minimal to no downtime
•    Non-surgical

Call (800) 753-3587 for your FREE Consultation.
A Sleek Surgical and MedSpa Practitioner will create a unique skin solution plan that is right for you!

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