Microdermabrasion

SALT A - PEEL™
Microdermabrasion

In the search for younger looking skin, many have pursued common treatments ranging from chemical and laser techniques to drug therapies. If none of these remedies are right for you, Salt A-Peel™ Microdermabrasion may be your ultimate solution for healthier, more vibrant-looking skin.
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POSITIVE RESULTS

Salt-based Microdermabrasion replaces old dermabrasion and provides faster, better, safer skin rejuvenation when compared with traditional microdermabrasion.

Fine Lines and Wrinkles

Patient received 3 treatments over a period of 6 weeks.

Stretch Marks

Patient's left thigh after 6 treatments

Microdermabrasion is a procedure that has been employed in Europe for more than 10 years, and in the USA for the past 6 years. As the name implies, the process involves abrasion of the skin at the microscopic level. That is, it exfoliates the skin using non-reactive salt crystals to remove the dead and damaged cells from the surface of the skin, leaving skin more radiant and more youthful in appearance.

Applications

• all skin types
• all ages
• sunspots
• melasina
• rosy skin
• enlarged pores
• scarring from acne or chicken pox
• aging skin
• fine wrinkles
• acne
• sun damaged skin
• stretch marks

Contraindications

• Acutane during the past month
• Undiagnosed or unknown cancerous lesions
• Recent Herpes outbreaks
• Certain forms of active dermatitis, e.g. weeping acne, active rosacea
• Unstable diabetes
• Auto immune disorders affecting the skin

Procedure

• The precision hand-piece directs a continuous stream of very fine crystals of salt across the skin. The gentle abrasive action of the crystals removes the dead outer layer of the skin allowing the healthy smoother skin underneath to glow and grow. Exfoliation is very rapid and effective in juveniles, and slower and less effective as we age. Micro dermabrasion augments this process safely and effectively, facilitating the migration of healthy new functional cells to the dermis, while removing the dysfunctional or dead tissue on the surface. It is essentially a case of "out with the old, and in with the new."
• The mechanical stimulation of skin by the vacuum on the handpiece also appears to stimulate growth of the "baby" skin cells ai the base of the dermis. These cells populate the dermis in greater density where they do their duty by producing more connective tissue, the substance that absorbs water and gives skin tone. The vacuum also improves circulation, which is productive at times of increased growth and activity. Another pleasant circulation is the "afterglow".
• During the course of micro dermabrasion treatments the skin becomes highly porous and receptive to nutritional and growth- promoting topical products. This is the ideal time to utilize such products to enhance rejuvenation and restoration of the skin. This modality of skin beautification even in isolation is proving to be powerful stimulus for correction of aged or damaged skin, but the ability to penetrate into the skin is greatly enhanced by micro dermabrasion, and hence it has become standard practice to combine these powerful modalities.

Results

• Skin feels soft and smooth immediately after the first treatment. It is important to realize however that rejuvenation and restoration is a deeper event that develops gradually and is usually noticed after the third treatment. Improvement continues until after the sixth treatment for normal skin, and may extend beyond this for problematic skin. Typically treatments are spaced 1 - 2 weeks apart, but the schedule is flexible.
• Scientific studies have revealed marked changes in the skin at the microscopic level, and to the naked eye of the trained observer. Changes include: better reorganization of the layers of skin, larger cell population in the dermis, (connective tissue matrix which absorbs water), more youthful appearing skin surface, reduction or elimination of abnormal brown and pink spots, reduction in the fine wrinkling pattern of aging skin, smoother surface texture, reduction or elimination of pitting or bumpiness of skin surface, reduction in acne scarring, smoothing and unblocking of prominent overactive pores and improved radiance of skin. There are increasing reports in the scientific literate that active acne and rosacea dermatitis have improved markedly with microdermabrasion and topical nutritional regimens.

Fine Lines and Wrinkles				Stretch Marks

Safety & Side Effects

• This procedure is also known as the "Lunchtime Peel" because it is often done on a break with full expectation of return to work without side effects.
• The procedure is very safe and is preformed by a Certified Esthetician.
• This is not considered by most to be a painful procedure. Most liken the sensation to a cat's tongue on the skin. Most perceive the procedure as highly relaxing. Like a deep facial massage.
• Side effects are minimal and transient, if they occur at all. Some might experience flushing for a few hours, or flakiness, indicative of exfoliation and recycling of skin. Occasionally there may be some bruising on the neck.
• The wasted salt is vacuumed off the skin by the hand-piece and stored in a receptacle until disposal. There is no exposure to contaminated crystals.
• Make-up may be applied immediately after treatment.

Pre-Treatment Care

• no acid peels, retinols (e.g. Differin gels) for 3 days pre-treatment
• minimize risk of hyperpigmentation in dark skinned individuals by pre- and post-treatment with Hydroquinone

Post-Treatment Care

• No acid peels, or retinols (e.g. Differin gels) 3 days after procedure
• No waxing, depilatory, collagen injections within 7 days following procedure
• No tanning during course of treatments
• Use products during the course of micro dermabrasion including:
  • sunscreen 365 days per year
  • antioxidant daily
  • vitamin C as indicated
  • tretinoin as indicated

To determine if this treatment is right for you, call to schedule a private consultation.

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