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3 ways to prevent acne from developing after microdermabrasion treatments

Microdermabrasion is one of the most versatile cosmetic treatments ever developed. This skin rejuvenation treatment can correct hyperpigmentation, rough skin, acne scars, and even acne. However, sometimes a funny thing happens with microdermabrasion – you end up with more acne.

This pimple disorder doesn’t have to happen. With a little planning, you can select the right microdermabrasion therapy for your skin type and greatly reduce your chances of experiencing post-microdermabrasion acne.

1. Match the degree of microdermabrasion treatment to your skin type

The first step in receiving microdermabrasion treatment is deciding what type of treatment you need. Here is a general ranking system for selecting your microdermabrasion treatment:

The higher the oil level on your skin and the larger your pores, the greater the degree of microdermabrasion you will be able to withstand. Likewise, if you have smooth skin, with relatively small pores and minimal oil secretion, you’ll want a gentler form of microdermabrasion that uses less pressure.

If you are applying the microdermabrasion treatment yourself, adjust the level of pressure you apply to your skin based on the size of your skin pores and the level of oil secretion from your skin.

2. Prepare your skin to remove comedones

A main function of microdermabrasion is to remove the upper layers of the skin to reveal a fresher, less blemished dermis. As microdermabrasion removes the upper layers of the skin, it also disturbs and exposes comedones. Comedones are round plugs of hardened or crystallized oils, grease, and cellular debris trapped in the pores. In the right circumstances, comedones can become inflamed and turn into acne lesions.

If you have comedones on your skin, you can remove them by stripping or allow the skin to peel off every day to bring the comedo to the surface of the skin. Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive way to encourage comedones to rise to the surface of the skin faster and does not involve piercing the skin to remove trapped debris.

Before undergoing microdermabrasion treatment, it is easy to assess the level of comedones on your skin. Run your hand over your skin and feel small bumps under your skin. These lumps represent potential comedones. With repeated microdermabrasion treatments, these comedones will rise to the surface of the skin where they can peel off or peel off the skin.

If you have comedones, space microdermabrasion treatments at least three days apart so your skin has time to calm down after each treatment and minimize irritation from comedones.

3. Take care of your skin after microdermabrasion treatment.

After a microdermabrasion treatment, the ecology of your skin’s surface changes dramatically. Eliminates bacteria, oils and skin cells whose main job is to protect against microbial attacks and environmental elements such as ultraviolet radiation.

This makes skin protection after microdermabrasion a must. The first thing you need is a moisturizer to apply to the skin after the microdermabrasion treatment. The moisturizer should not contain any foreign acids such as glycolic or retinol because your skin will most likely be slightly inflamed and sensitive after a microdermabrasion treatment.

Use a moisturizer designed for sensitive skin like Eucerin. This moisturizer is affordable, doesn’t clog pores, comes with sunscreen, and is available at most drug stores.

Then be sure to use a sunscreen after your microdermabrasion treatment to mitigate sun sensitivity. Sensitivity to the sun can also cause the skin to develop small bumps as an immune response to sun exposure. If necessary, wear a hat to protect your skin from the sun after a microdermabrasion treatment.

Avoiding unwanted pimples after your microdermabrasion treatment is just a matter of planning and protecting your skin after treatment. By properly preparing for skin rejuvenation and adjusting the degree of microdermabrasion and treatment times based on your skin condition, you will keep your pimple count to a minimum.

Sources:

González-Serva, Aldo and George Kroumpouzos. Demonstration of polarizable crystals in fresh comedonal extracts: sebum crystallizes. Acta Dermato-Venereologica; November 2004, vol 84, no 6, pp. 418-421.

Lloyd, Jenifer R. The use of microdermabrasion for acne: a pilot study. Dermatological surgery; April 2001, vol. 27, no. 4, pp. 329-331.

Shim, Elisabeth K; David Barnette, Kathi Hughes, and Hubert T Greenway. Microdermabrasion: a clinical and histopathological study. Dermatological surgery; June 2001, vol 27, no 6, pp. 524-530.

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