Microdermabrasion is a skin rejuvenation procedure that aims to reduce skin dullness, enhance light transmission, and facilitate cell turnover. This relaxing procedure will eliminate dead cells by removing the uppermost layer of the skin (stratum corneum).

Microdermabrasion does not remove or improve the acne scars from within. It can only enhance the skin’s light reflex by removing the dead cells from the skin’s uppermost layer. The acne scars appear lighter when the skin reflects more light. 

You can use chemical and physical exfoliation at home to improve your scars instantly. If you are checking medical dermatology services for microdermabrasion for acne removal, MetaDerm can help.

Yes, microdermabrasion facial treatment can effectively treat pigmentation disorders and dull skin by removing 3-6% of the skin’s uppermost layer, known as the stratum corneum. Melasma, sun damage, freckles & age-related superficial pigmentation are some of the other conditions this treatment can improve. 

Deep exfoliation microdermabrasion can enhance the bounce of light on the skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Theories suggest that marginal long-term stimulation of collagen is possible after multiple treatments. 

This milder form of dermabrasion is a dead skin removal technique, best suited for preventing milia.. Through regular microdermabrasion facial therapy, you can effectively enhance the absorption of potent topicals. Regular use of occlusive moisturisers or even genetic predisposition can cause milia formation.

Despite being similarly priced, Chemical peels and Hydrafacial treatments offer much better clinical results compared to microdermabrasion. At MetaDerm – the best dermatology for women in Chennai, we select the peels that suit your skin goals and concerns.

Alpha hydroxy acid peels are tender on the skin and can provide greater results with a ‘step up’ series. These peels can revive the collagen production and eliminate pigmentation with no downtime. 

Retinoid peels produce significant results for acneic skin, pores, fine lines, and wrinkles. These peels are comparatively more powerful than professional-grade microdermabrasion and have a small downtime of about 2-4 days. 

Salicylic acid peels target acne, have a downtime ranging between 1-4 days and can help tackle blackheads and congested skin. 

Hydrafacial is the newer version of microdermabrasion that uses a vacuum to extract dead skin cells, while simultaneously infusing molecules to unclog pores, rehydrate the skin, and stimulate collagen production. 

It is a simple procedure that takes about 30-45 minutes and has no downtime. 

Dermabrasion is a cosmetic surgery performed in an operating theatre after sedating the patient. It uses a diamond or wire fraise and goes 200-500 times deeper into the skin than microdermabrasion. It takes about 3 to 6 weeks to completely recover from this dermatologic surgery.

Microdermabrasion is a gentler procedure with no downtime.

Lasers can target specific areas and offer more advantages compared to microdermabrasion.

• Pico lasers like Picoway and Picosure Pro can target pigmentation and suit all skin types. 
• Dermal toning lasers can effectively treat melasma pigmentation in a safe manner.
• Ablative lasers can permanently remove scars.