As the weather starts to get cooler, you might worry even more about your skin, and feel like you need to up your skincare routine in order to combat the harsh weather. If you’re looking for a good anti-aging treatment that can help save your skin as the temperatures drop, we have a good option: microdermabrasion. Though you might associate it with a scary-looking machine or extreme measures, it’s actually neither of these things! It’s an affordable, pain-free and quick procedure that is offered at many spas or salons. Keep reading to learn more about what microdermabrasion is, what microdermabrasion treatment in Houston is available, and if it’s a good option for you! 

What is Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is a treatment that involves using a diamond tip suction to go across the surface of the skin to treat fine lines, acne, stretch marks, as well as age spots. The tiny diamonds along with a suctioning device work together to exfoliate the skin, removing the dead skin cells, debris, and other oils from your skin. It can be used to treat acne scars, stretch marks, and help with sun damage, among other conditions! It works for all skin types, and the only side effect you’ll notice from it will be a little bit of redness from the area afterward that will fade after a few hours. The microdermabrasion wand essentially works like a suction for your face, removing all the unwanted particles that get trapped under our skin. It also works to stimulate higher cell turnover which can help keep the skin looking young.

Some of the microdermabrasion benefits are that it has no side effects, and doesn’t require any anesthesia! It also is painless, so you won’t have to worry about recovery time. You can get back to all of your regular activities as soon as you leave the salon! If you’ve been feeling self-conscious about signs of aging or any other skin problems, microdermabrasion treatments can show an effective change in even one session. And, with sessions only lasting around 30 minutes, you won’t even have to wait that long.

How Can Microdermabrasion Benefit Your Skin In the Fall?

Even though many of us love to see the leaves changing colors and the opportunity to pull out our coziest sweaters, it’s important to remember that your skin needs some extra care when it gets cooler! This is because during the colder seasons, there is less moisture in the air which leaves our skin less hydrated and nourished. This causes the skin to get cracked and tough and leaves us exposed to more frustrating skin conditions. Additionally, a lot of people ditch the sunblock in the winter, since it’s so cold, so they are more susceptible to sun exposure and damaged skin when the sun starts blazing.

Microdermabrasion treatments can help combat these effects through exfoliating your skin, removing the dead skin and leaving your skin smooth and healthy. Other microdermabrasion benefits are that, unlike chemical peels, no harsh chemicals are used on your skin. It’s also a much more cost-effective procedure than plastic surgery or other anti-aging methods! Microdermabrasion can help you get through the cold weather with your skin better than ever. 

How Often Should You Get a Microdermabrasion Treatment?

Depending on the skin conditions you’re trying to treat with microdermabrasion, your esthetician might recommend that you book in for multiple sessions. You might wonder how long to go between sessions to make sure your skin gets enough recovery time. 

In general, you will want to wait at least a week between sessions for best results. Like with other exfoliation techniques, your skin will need time to recover from the treatment. Otherwise, it can become very sensitive or even damaged. Your specific esthetician will have a recommendation about how frequently you should come in depending on your specific circumstance, so make sure to ask them! They can also book in your next sessions all at once so you don’t have to worry about it.

Microdermabrasion vs Dermalinfusion: Which is Better? 

If you’re a fan of the newest skin treatments, you have probably also heard of dermalinfusion. It has many similarities to microdermabrasion, so if you’re between the two treatments, you might be wondering: which is better?

First, let’s look at what the difference between the two treatments actually is. Both of them involve the removal of the dead skin cells on the top layer of skin. However, the wand used in dermalinfusion allows it to go deeper and target particular problematic areas of the skin. Additionally, there are many dermalinfusion treatments that you can choose from, depending on what results you want. Specific serums are used to hydrate the skin and provide you with the skin rejuvenation you’ve always dreamed of. 

Since dermalinfusion can provide the same benefits as microdermabrasion as well as additional helpful treatments, we recommend dermalinfusion over microdermabrasion. Still, it comes down to personal preference. If you’re still unsure, you can contact us and have a chat with one of our estheticians about what treatment will work best for you! We hope that you see and enjoy the benefits that come from regular microdermabrasion or dermalinfusion treatments, and we hope to see you in the spa soon!