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Microdermabrasion for Exfoliation


	Dead skin cells can make skin look aged
	Microdermabrasion removes dead cells
	Can improve topical products penetration

A Dead Cell Layer

Our skin is designed with a dead cell layer, known as the stratum corneum, which protects our skin from outside elements. These cells eventually slough off and are replaced as living cells die off. This layer, while serving a valuable function, can make the skin look aged and cause make-up to cake on. This will make our skin look even worse.

Microdermabrasion and Exfoliation

Exfoliation is the process of removing these dead skin cells and debris and improving the superficial texture of the skin. This is precisely what microdermabrasion is designed to do. By taking off these dead cells the skin is exfoliated and a smoother, more youthful appearance can be seen.

Improves Topical Products

Microdermabrasion takes away the dead skin layer and stimulates the rest of the skin to reproduce and replace what was taken away. That creates a perfect situation for adding things to the skin that can get in deeper because the skin is now more permeable. Topical products can penetrate through the surface layer of the skin more easily.

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Last Modified: January 15, 2008

Frequently Asked Questions
	What is Microdermabrasion?	Age Spot Treatment with Microdermabrasion
	What does Microdermabrasion treat?	Treatment for Fine Lines and Wrinkles
	Who can be treated?	Treatment for Enlarged & Oily Pores
	How does Microdermabrasion work?	Post-Treatment Information
	What is the treatment like?	Side-Effects and Risks of Microdermabrasion
	Microdermabrasion Results	Cost of Microdermabrasion
	Acne Treatment with Microdermabrasion	What is the Stratum Corneum?
	Acne Scar Treatment with Microdermabrasion

The information contained in the above article is purely for educational purposes and is not intended to provide any medical advice. Always consult with your physician before having any medical procedure performed.

Microdermabrasion for Exfoliation

A Dead Cell Layer

Microdermabrasion and Exfoliation

Improves Topical Products

Frequently Asked Questions