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What is Microdermabrasion and what are it’s affects on the skin?
The skin is the largest organ in the skin. It serves many important functions including protecting the body from infections and regulating body temperature. Despite its resiliency, skin can be damaged by hormonal changes, exposure to environmental elements and aging. If the appearance of your skin has been affected because of these factors than a procedure called microdermabrasion may help.
How does Bay Harbour Med Spa’s signature Crystal Microdermabrasion work?
During the microdermabrasion sessions which generally last for about an hour and a half ( and should encompass the face, neck and decolte) a jet of very fine crystals is emitted across the surface of the skin which removes impurities and imperfections. It feels like light suction or sandblasting. The discarded crystals and skin debris are simultaneously vacuumed into a receptacle and are later disposed.
Because Crystal Microdermabrasion allows for controlled removal of the outer most layer of the skin there is little pain involved and the improvement of the skin can be seen immediately. However, several treatments ( usually 10) are necessary to achieve desired results.
The benefits of Crystal Microdermabrasion?
The benefits of microdermabrasion are the reduction and erasing of:
acne problem skin
acne scarring
sum damage
enlarged pores
fine lines
age spots
brown spots
stretch marks
Post-Treatment?
Your skin will feel smoother and silkier immediately after treatment. Sun exposure should be avoided. Some redness on the treated areas is to be expected and usually goes down within 24 hours.
Microdermabrasion Treatments Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
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Q. How does Crystal Microdermabrasion work?
Microdermabrasion is a skin resurfacing treatment utilizing a medical grade machine made of a compressor and pump that utilize crystals with suction to peel the top most layer of the skin. This mechanical deep peel/abrasion stimulates collagen production.
Q. Which parts of the body can Crystal Microdermabrasion treat?
Face, neck, chest, back, feet and hands.
Q. Is Crystal Microdermabrasion appropriate for teens?
Crystal Microdermabrasion is appropriate for teens (male or female); it is recommended that teens under the age of 14 not undergo Crystal Microdermabrasion treatments.
Q. Can Crystal Microdermabrasion help improve stretch marks?
By abrading the top layer of the skin, Crystal Microderambrasion evens out skin tone and texture, thus reducing or eliminating stretch marks.
Q. Can Crystal Microdermabrasion help reduce or remove Age Spots?
Crystal Microdermabrasion abrades the top layer of the skin, this treatment safely peels the skin- thus, age spots can either be significantly removed or eliminated.
Q. Can Crystal Microdermabrasion even out hyperpigmented skin tone?
The micro-crystals abrade the top layer of the skin where uneven pigmented skin cells converge. A series of Crystal Microdermabrasion treatments are required to even out the skin tone.
Q. What is Crystal Microdermabrasion most effective in treating?
Most patients who have undergone Crystal Microdermabrasion treatments at Bay Harbour Med Spa report a reduction of fine lines, age spots, enlarged pores, acne scars, red marks, stretch marks and dull skin.
In A Few Words…….What Is Microdermabrasion? By Miami’s Top Microdermabrasion Med Spas
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With a large portion of aging caused by environment damage, Crystal Microdermabrasion ( Bay Harbour Med Spa’s exclusive treatment) can effectively revise the skin.
Microdermabrasion is a safe treatment that is considered to have the effects similar to laser treatments or medical peels without the risk of trauma, contraindication or down-time. Ten (10) microdermabrasion treatments can achieve the same results as one (1) laser treatment; thus, microdermabrasion is a progressive treatment and does not yield the aggressive symptoms that laser does.
Some years back, a patient came to Bay Harbour Med Spa asking for help. She had gone to a doctor’s office who performed the laser treatment on her face, she went home, went to bed and woke up with the pillow case adhered to her face. We called on a cosmetic-dermatologist to meet her in the ER and recommended she should be under his care. That story is atypical, however, it’s important that you know that laser treatments of the face will leave you very red, inflamed and there is down-time, you will not be able to return to work on the same day or even the next day.
Bay Harbour Med Spa combines botanical extracts with a state-of-the-art medical grade microdermabrasion machine and has proudly created one of the most advanced skin care systems available.
Excellent results can be achieved on:
- Thick
- Uneven textured skin
- Wrinkles
- Fine lines
- Pigmentation ( hyper)
- Sun-damage
- Acne
- Acne scarring
- Small hypertrophies
We hope that this blog helps you understand a little more about what microdermabrasion treatments are.
More About Acne By Bay Harbour Med Spa………….
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Acne is caused by the action of the androgens on the hair follicles and sebaceous glands in a persons susceptible to acne. Acne begins when a hair follicle produces cells that stick together so tightly together that they cannot be shed. These cells mix with bacteria and form a plug causing the pore to get blocked. This type of lesion is called a comedone.
The sebaceous gland continues to produce sebum (oil). Frequently the follicle bursts or leaks, forming a papule or pimple. As the follicle releases its contents into the surrounding tissue, inflammation occurs. This is why the surface surrounding the pimple is reddened and swollen. White blood cells enter the tissue, causing it to liquefy, forming pus.
Acne vulgaris consists of four types of blemishes:
- Pustules ( pimples with pus at the top)
- Comedones ( the closed kind are white heads, the open kind are black heads)
- Deep cysts
- Abscesses
There are different modalities used to treat acne. Here are some examples of therapies used to treat acne:
- Topical Medications:
- Ointments
- Creams
- Lotions
- Wet dressings
- Powders
- Pastes
- Retin-A
2. Topical Medications:
- Antibiotics
- Tetracycline
- Clindamycin
- Erythromycin
- Minocyclin
- Penicillin
3. Physical Modalities:
- Microdermabrasion:( Bay Harbour Med Spa developed the Crystal Microdermabrasion TM treatments back in 1996 and it continues to be our most sought after skin treatments): Microdermabrasion is the removal of the surface layer of the skin. This procedure is performed by abrading the top layer of the skin’s surface which creates a high-speed sanding effect.
What is Microdermabrasion used for?
- Acne
- Pitted acne scars
- Unsightly raised acne scars
For more information on microdermabrasion please visit this blog on a regular basis. The information provided is by Bay Harbour Med Spa, it is our sincere hope that you read something in our blogs that will help you in some way.
ALL ABOUT ACNE: Vol I
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Bay Harbour Med Spa ( est. 1986) located in Miami Beach, Florida has been treating acne clients of all genders, colors and ages for over 32 years. It is our hope that our vast knowledge and expertise in treating acne will shed some light for those of you who suffer from acne.
Acne is a common skin disease that is brought about by the plugging and inflammation of the hair follicle. It manifests itself as papules, pustules or comedones. Usually, acne is found on the face, chest, and back. In certain severe cases acne may produce scarring.
Acne vulgaris is the most common skin condition affecting those in the age group that extends from the early teens to the mid-thirties. One of the biggest myths about medical treatments geared to treat acne is that these medical treatments cure the symptoms; they do not. Medical treatments are useful in controling the symptoms.
What are some available treatments used to treat acne?
Bay Harbour Med Spa summarizes the treatments as the following; some patients are treated with antibiotics which retard the bacterial growth and prevent comedo, papule, and pustule formation. If the acne is severe, cysts will develop. Cysts can be injected with cortisone, typically this is done by a dermatologist. Treatment of acne depends upon the type of acne the patient has. Mild cases are treated by any of the following: acne facials ( should be done by a trained aesthetician, we recommend that he/she have at least ten years experience), microdermabrasion treatments ( Bay Harbour Med Spa was South Florida’s pioneer of microdermabrasion treatments and customized it’s own microdermabrasion treatment- widely knows as Crystal Microdermabrasion TM), topical treatments such as benzoyl peroxide ( although, it is our experience that BP is too drying and unless the product is customized and blended specific to your problem you may want to use BP cautiously or not at all), antibiotics, or tretinoin ( Retin-A); the latter prescribed by a dermatologist.
Patients with severe acne may be treated with isotretinion ( Accutane) which is a derivative of Vitamin A. Accutane has some severe side-effects, we suggest that you do the research and have a thorough medical history performed at your dermatlogist’s office before commencing treatment. Crystal Microdermabrasion TM is Bay Harbour Med Spa’s leading treatment against the fight of acne as well as acne scarring. We do on occassion recommend our Crystal Microdermabrasion TM treatments in conjunction with collagen injections for severe acne scarring.
Can makeup cover acne marks?
Unfortunately, the pitted acne marks that result from acne are difficult to disguise with makeup. Cover creams can be useful if they are applied sparingly to the areas taht are discolored by scarring.
What type of makeup should not be used on acne sufferers?
Oil based, opaque makeup should never be used on patients with active acne because it is greasy and can interfere with topical medication. One other very important factor…………………the sponges used to apply makeup harbor bacteria causing acne; if you do apply makeup, use disposable sponges. Waterbased makeup is more appropriate. You should be aware that waterbased makeup will minimally cover acne or acne scarring, but it is healthier for this type of condition.
We invite you to leave comments on our blog; we update often! More acne blogs to follow…………………………..
If you live in South Florida, Bay Harbour Med Spa invites you to come in for a free consultation.
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