Microdermabrasion is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that exfoliates the skin by removing the top layer of dead skin cells. It’s often used to treat wrinkles, sun damage, scars, and stretch marks.

How Dermaplaning Works

  • A dermatologist or esthetician uses a special instrument to gently sand the skin
  • The instrument can use crystals or a diamond-tipped wand
  • The instrument sprays tiny crystals onto the skin to break apart and sand away the dead skin cells
  • The instrument then sucks up the debris and used crystals

Benefits

  • Improves the appearance of skin
  • Can treat light scarring, discoloration, sun damage, and stretch marks
  • Improves age spots and blackheads
  • Can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, acne scars, and enlarged pores
  • Can unclog pores and reduce future acne breakouts

Safety

  • Microdermabrasion is considered safe with minimal side effects if done correctly
  • You should not have microdermabrasion if you have a skin infection, skin condition, bleeding disorder, sores, or sunburn