If, like most of us, your skin’s feeling a little parched or lacklustre and in desperate need of a glow-up (thanks, winter!), you can’t go wrong with a little professional-grade exfoliation.
These days, you would have to be living under a rock to have not heard of microdermabrasion. In fact, some of you savvy skincare junkies or gadget lovers may even have your own personal microdermabrasion device (PMD) that you use at home. A fancy word for exfoliation, microdermabrasion is an immensely popular treatment that has gained traction over the past decade due to its all-round effectiveness and its immediately visible results.
Whether you have dry or dehydrated skin, oily or acne-prone skin, or are bothered by sun damage or fine lines, microdermabrasion machines do it all. One of the best parts about this particular treatment is its suitability for all skin types and ability to readily address multiple skin concerns, as well as the added bonus of minimal downtime.
Microdermabrasion vs Hydrodermabrasion: Key Differences Explained
Microdermabrasion is essentially a form of manual exfoliation whereby a technician or aesthetician uses a professional microdermabrasion machine equipped with a diamond-tipped or crystal-tipped wand to gently buff and polish the skin. By sloughing off the top surface layer of the skin and removing dead skin cells, your skin is left feeling as smooth as a baby’s…. well, you get the idea.
By stimulating the skin in this way, microdermabrasion encourages cellular turnover and helps promote the production of new collagen. This immediately results in a fresher, more hydrated, brighter complexion.
So, how does microdermabrasion differ from hydrodermabrasion, I hear you ask? In a nutshell, hydrodermabrasion is the newer, cooler, more grown-up sister. It’s essentially the same treatment, however hydrodermabrasion machines incorporate gentle yet effective skincare solutions combined with exfoliation to infuse products into your skin more effectively. Congested skin? Blackheads? It can assist with all of this whilst at the same time pumping the skin full of moisture and nourishing ingredients.
Hydrodermabrasion offers better product penetration of the products the clinician uses during treatment, as well as the at-home skincare products you use – skincare ingredients are able to penetrate more effectively as they are not trying to get past all the build-up and grime that was on your skin prior to the treatment.
What to expect from a hydrodermabrasion treatment
During a hydrodermabrasion treatment, a gentle vacuum uses vortex suction to clean out your pores. Dirt, debris, excess sebaceous oil, grime and superficial dead skin cells all get sucked up into waste container. It’s actually riveting (or gross, depending on who you ask) to be able to see all the gunk that has been sucked out of your skin.
Immediately after treatment you can expect to be a little pink (depending on your skin’s level of sensitivity), however this should fade within an hour or so. Your skin will feel smooth and look fresh, invigorated and glowing. This should last a week or so, however it’s recommended that you get a series of treatments to help prolong results.
Hydrodermabrasion is very well tolerated and most people find the treatment relaxing, with just a light brushing sensation as the crystal tip passes over your skin.
Treatments with hydrodermabrasion machines are gentle enough for even the most sensitive of skin types whilst being effective enough to deliver immediately visible results as well as providing long term benefits to the skin. It helps removes surface debris whilst replenishing the skin and is extremely effective in improving the appearance of congested, acne-prone, aged, dull or dehydrated skin.
All in all, while microdermabrasion treatments are incredibly effective for promoting clear and glowing skin, why not up the ante and opt for a hydrodermabrasion treatment next time? You will enjoy all of the benefits of a traditional microdermabrasion service, with the added boost of whatever nourishing skincare ingredients your skin needs most at that particular time. If you are a big fan of original microdermabrasion treatments, you can always ask your technician to perform what is known as a “dry pass” on that particular area. You really get the benefits of two treatments in one.
Hydrodermabrasion offers an easy and convenient “lunchtime” skin rejuvenation treatment for busy people. It only rakes around 3-40 minutes so it’s as simple as scheduking it during your lunchbreak and returning to work with radiant skin. Just be prepared for your colleagues to pester you about what treatment you’ve had done!
Interested in Hydrodermabrasion? To learn more or to find a treatment specialist in your area, contact beauty wholesale and salon supplier The Global Beauty Group on 1300 006 607.
