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Microdermabrasion is an anti-aging and restorative skin care procedure being used by many women. There are good candidates for this treatment and some who should stay way clear of it. In general, this is a great tool for treating aging skin, dark and unwanted pigmentation, acne scarring, blackheads, fine lines or wrinkles, and thickened or dull skin. It is also useful in reducing the appearance of enlarged pores.

Women who have any of the following issues should not consider Microdermabrasion.  Rosacea, active acne, dermatitis, any type of lesion, eczema or psoriasis, cold sores, hepatitis, active diabetes, broken or fragile capillaries, and anyone taking prescription blood thinners. Anyone who has taken the drug Accutane should wait 6-12 months before having treatment. Your skin is in a highly sensitive state after the use of Accutane. If you are pregnant or nursing Microdermabrasion should be avoided. And if you are 14 years of age or younger. These last two issues are hormone related, you could end up with permanent discoloration.

OK, so now we have that out of the way. Are you a candidate? Read the rest of this entry »

You know! You go to a spa, excited to have a relaxing and rejuvenating facial treatment. You look over the menu of offerings, some look good, some look suspect, some a tad too exotic to know WHAT they really are. You select the service you think will most meet your needs. OR you meet with the esthetician, discuss your needs, she recommends a service and, well she’s the professional, right? So you agree and off into spa bliss you go. Or do you? Something go wrong? Something go OUCH? Read the rest of this entry »