Side Effects Related To Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion has become a popular method in combating acne, clogged or enlarged pores but it also has some reported microdermabrasion side effects. Microdermabrasion, just like any other skin treatment procedures, comes with microdermabrasion side effects or risks. The side effects associated with microdermabrasion treatments, however, may be very minimal as compared to other skin procedures.

Most people who have microdermabrasion for their skin problems usually state that they have not experienced any side effects and have not been hurt. Even if they do occur in certain situations, they are usually very mild and temporary. Gaining knowledge on the necessary preparations before and after the treatment is necessary to avoid complications in the end.

The following are the most common observed microdermabrasion side effects that may arise after the microdermabrasion procedure and the recommended remedies:

• Skin Itching
  When plagued with itchiness after treatment, apply a suitable moisturizer not only on your face, but also on your neck as soon as you are done using the microdermabrasion machine, or have completed the procedure. When washing your face, it is also recommended that you use a soap that is non-drying. Rinsing well after washing is also of great importance.

• Skin Flaking
  After the treatment, patients may also observe flaking of the skin due to the fact that the skin has become extra sensitive to sunlight. In fact, the symptoms of microdermabrasion side effects are rather similar to sunburn. Therefore, it is necessary to put sunscreen on your face, specifically one with a greater SPF. As much as possible, you should also avoid exposure to direct sunlight or staying long under the sun's harmful rays.

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• Dry Skin
  To help reduce skin dryness after undergoing acne microdermabrasion, an emollient cream should be applied at least 3 times a day, most especially after the procedure. It is strongly recommended to use a cream that will not irritate your skin.

• Skin Redness and Soreness
  As microdermabrasion works by abrading off the top layer of the skin, redness and soreness of the skin is actually a normal effect. These microdermabrasion side effects are to be expected to be gone in just a few days after the procedure. In order for the redness or to swollenness go away faster, it is very much advisable to utilize a moisturizer and sunscreen. You should also avoid going out into direct and strong sunlight immediately after your treatment.

• Spot Formation
  For those who have microdermabrasion for acne, they may also notice the appearance of spots after the microdermabrasion procedure. This is also known as “purging” which is the skin’s normal reaction after being treated, with your pores unclogged, thereby bringing out the bacteria that causes acne. The spots that form, however, are just temporary. At this stage, it is best to avoid using any skin products that will further causes skin irritations which results in multiplication of zits on your face.

Nevertheless, microdermabrasion is not meant for all even though it is a form of non- invasive skin surgery. These people cannot have the said treatment performed on them:

• Nursing or pregnant women because of their unpredictable hormone levels that may inhibit the skin from proper regeneration.

• People with “keratoses” will only have worsened conditions.

• People who are retin A or accutane cream users are also not advised to go through it as negative reactions arise from the combination of microdermabrasion and accutane/retin A.

• Herpes patients as they can have grave complications set off by microdermabrasion.

• People with malignant tumors as they can experience adverse reactions from the treatment or make their tumors ‘stronger’.

If you are after shallow or deep scar removal, increased skin tightness, microdermabrasion is a painless way of achieving what you desire. Learning about different microdermabrasion side effects and contraindications, though, are essential to make an informed decision.

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