What Happens During a Microdermabrasion Treatment?

Looking to rejuvenate your skin with an FDA approved procedure that takes less than an hour? Microdermabrasion might be for you. Microdermabrasion at the Harley Institute is a minimally invasive skin procedure that has been proven to improve the appearance of sun damage, wrinkles, age spots, acne scarring, enlarged pores, and other skin concerns or conditions.

How Does Microdermabrasion Work?

Microdermabrasion is an in-office procedure at the Harley Institute typically performed by a licensed professional and under the supervision of a health practitioner. As a minimally invasive procedure, microdermabrasion does not require anesthesia or numbing agents. 

Your skincare professional will use one of a few handheld device options specifically designed for the procedure: a diamond-tip handpiece, crystal-emitting handpiece, or hydradermabrasion handpiece. These state-of-the-art devices are all designed to exfoliate dead cells on your skin and suction them off at the same time. The crystal-emitting handpiece employs sprays of aluminum oxide or sodium bicarbonate in coordination with the aforementioned methods and the hydradermabrasion involves stimulating your body’s collagen production. All methods have the same goal of removing unwanted skin cells and maximizing blood flow to the skin for a natural glow.

How Long Does It Take?

The actual procedure is fairly quick – 15 minutes to half-an-hour. Once you have changed into your gown, your skincare professional will cleanse and prep your skin before the procedure. After cleaning stray crystals and cells, your technician will top the procedure off with an application of moisturizer and sunscreen.

Microdermabrasion at the Harley Institute can also be combined with other treatments such as a mask and facial massage for a complete facial treatment. For this, you can expect to enjoy about 60 to 90 minutes at the medical spa.

How Many Treatments Are Necessary?

This is completely up to you and your needs. If you have a minor issue with your skin, then one treatment will likely be sufficient. For more complicated skin concerns, you will have to speak with the practitioner at the Harley Institute to determine a schedule based on your condition. Once you have been evaluated, the technician will let you know the best treatment schedule for you.

How Much Does It Cost?

Depending on where you live and where you have the procedure done, a microdermabrasion treatment can cost between $75 and $300. If you are in the Atlanta area, then call the Harley Institute and ask about the promotional offers on skincare services for first-time customers.

What to Expect After the Procedure?

Since microdermabrasion at the Harley Institute is a minimally invasive procedure, there is little downtime afterwards. That means you can resume your daily chores and activities as soon as you are finished. You should see noticeable results immediately after the treatment and it is important to keep your skin hydrated.

Where to Get Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion can be done at the salon, skin spa, medical spa, or your dermatologist’s office. The Harley Institute also offers the service by appointment. Call today and ask about promotional offers for first-time customers. Hormone Replacement Therapy