Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion treatments are available in Gauteng at the Morningside, Parkhurst, Rosebank, Bedfordview, Fourways, West Rand, Irene, Waterfall, Irene, Lynnwood and Brooklyn clinics, as well as in the Western Cape at Cape Quarter, Claremont, Constantia, Century City, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Willowbridge clinics, and Kwa-Zulu Natal at the Ballito, Durban and Umhlanga clinics.

After your initial consultation, you may be given a topical preparation cream (or pigment inhibiting product) which must be applied daily for ten to fourteen days before the exfoliation process can begin. If you are prone to developing pigment (or PIH), this down regulates the enzyme that produces melanin and will prevent the possibility of post inflammatory pigmentation (PIH) that can occur after any exfoliation or peeling procedure. The success of most resurfacing-type treatment lies in proper preparation of the skin in order to give the patient optimal results.

The skin is continually undergoing natural exfoliation. As one ages the epidermal cell turnover slows down and one's skin becomes dull because the topmost layer consisting of dead cells becomes too thick.

This dead layer can stress the skin, retarding its normal functioning, resulting in blockages and causing whiteheads, blackheads, rough texture and an uneven appearance of the skin tone.

If one exfoliates with microdermabrasion regularly, new healthy skin cells are exposed to nutrients from the air, water and daily skin products. These nutrients are then transported to the deeper skin cells where they are needed, improving circulation.

Potential benefits of exfoliation include:

• Fresher, brighter looking skin
• Better penetration of active ingredients & skin care products.

The need for invasive major facelifts down the line will be much less because superficial resurfacing treatments such as microdermabrasion slow down the ageing process by increasing and maintaining a healthy skin cell turnover. In essence this is an “age-prevention” treatment, so the sooner you start, the better.

• Usually, the skin is normal immediately after a mild microdermabrasion procedure, and makeup may be applied after your session.
• Microdermabrasion may be repeated at two to four-week intervals for a series of 6-8 treatments until the desired clinical effect is achieved.
• With each additional treatment, you should see incremental gains in the skin's overall appearance.
• Your skin usually feels tighter and smoother.
• You will care for your skin by using a mild non-abrasive cleanser or other mild products for three to five days and protecting your new skin with adequate sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide as an active ingredient.
• In addition, it is best to avoid prolonged sun exposure.

• Fine lines and wrinkles become less apparent
• Skin tone evens out
• Texture becomes more refined
• Oily or acne prone skin is improved
• Enlarged pores appear smaller
• Superficial scars appear reduced
• Skin appears healthier and more youthful
• Superficial pigmentation is reduced in all skin types

• Usually the skin is normal immediately after a mild microdermabrasion procedure and makeup may be applied after your session.
• Microdermabrasion may be repeated at one to two week intervals for a series of 6 treatments until the desired clinical effect is achieved.
• With each additional treatment, you should see incremental gains in the overall appearance of the skin.
• Your skin usually feels tighter and smoother.
• You will care for your skin by using a mild non-abrasive cleanser or other mild products for three to five days, as well as protecting your new skin with adequate sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide as an active ingredient.
• In addition, it is best to avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Microdermabrasion can be performed alone or in combination with the numerous other treatments we offer at Skin Renewal, including:

• Transdermal Mesotherapy
• Carboxytherapy
• Radiofrequency
• Laser Genesis
• ND:Yag Skin Tightening
• Contact Yag
• PDT
• RF Needling
• Titan
• Limelight

Yes, Microdermabrasion safely treats all skin types without significant pain or down-time. It can improve acne, stretch marks, pigmentation, texture, pores and surface irregularities in only 6 treatment sessions two to four weeks apart. If the area of concern is severe, more treatments may be necessary.