Microdermabrasion treatments eliminate the pain and discomfort plus the risk of an adverse reaction to a conventional peel. Microdermabrasion treatments are more predictable in the way they interact with your skin. Another method of removing wrinkles and lines involves a laser, which you have probably heard about. Laser treatment is expensive, penetrates quite deeply and requires local or general anesthetic.

Microdermabrasion Peel Kit offer professional results in the areas of: buffing, polishing, refining, deep cleaning of pores, and reduction of surface imperfections. Glycolic Acid Peel Kits offer a professional strength 30%, 40% & 50%. Glycolic Acid (pharmaceutical strength) offers professional results in the area of: diminishing lines, removing imperfections and darkness, decreasing acne, blackheads and oil production, increasing collagen production, smoothing, firming and evening skin tone. See similar questions...

A glycolic acid peel treatment is a specific technique for skin renewal. This procedure removes the damaged layer of surface skin cells revealing fresh skin, and stimulating cell rebuilding and restructuring of deeper skin layers. See similar questions...

With the California Peel, the skin is lifted by a precision handpiece and gently abraded by a blast of fine aluminum oxide crystals. The handpiece gradually glides across the skin's surface, removing the dead outer layer of skin and erasing fine lines and blemishes to uncover the smoother, younger-looking skin underneath. The California Peel is effective on all colors of skin. The simple process is virtually pain-free and can be performed without any anesthesia in most patients. See similar questions...

The Hydroxyacid (AHA) or Glycolic Acid also known as the "Lunchtime peel" is the gentlest of peels requiring little or no recovery time. The Trichloracetic Acid (TCA) and Jessner's Peels are true chemical peels usually requiring a week to ten days of recovery time. See similar questions...

Absolutely. This is by far the most effective way to improve your skin’s appearance. A combination program of chemical peel-microdermabrasion should also be followed for six weeks for optimal results. See similar questions...

Glycolic acid works by stimulating new growth of skin and collagen by decreasing the bond that holds dead skin cells on the surface. This allows dead cells to be removed gradually leaving behind a layer of smoother and softer skin. See similar questions...

If you have never done a skin peel at home, the best thing to do is to use one of the Glycolic Acid Treatment products, such as the 10% Cream, 15% Cream or Gel, for a few weeks first just to prep your skin. If you want to do the peels, you can start out with doing peels at home at the 30% strength since you are new to Glycolic Peels. You leave the peel on for only 1 minute on your first peel, then increase the timing by an extra 30 seconds the next week and so on for a maximum of 5 minutes. See similar questions...

There are no particles used with vibraderm. Stainless steel paddles are used to smooth the skin. The paddles are textured for exfoliation. Most patients report a relaxing vibrating sensation. See similar questions...

You should start with the Microdermabrasion first. For the first week, do several microdermabrasions as outlined below, then, wait a week without doing any microdermabrasions, and after 7 days of giving your skin a break, do your first Skin Peel. Then after that, do a microdermabrasion every other week alternating with a Skin Peel. See similar questions...

There are similarities and differences between laser treatments and chemical peels. The similarity is that both are types of superficial burns of the surface of the skin. The difference is that the laser gives Dr. Dowden a greater degree of control over the depth and position of the resurfacing than was possible with the chemical peel. See similar questions...

Obsolete peels of the past, without exception, epitomize the “no pain, no gain” approach to skin care. Before Vi Peel, the deeper the peel, the more painful, the more downtime, the better the results. Vi Peel is the first Next Generation Aesthetic. It is virtually painless, yet produces dramatic visible results in just days with little downtime. See similar questions...

Microdermabrasion is a nonsurgical cosmetic procedure used to treat facial skin that has been damaged by the sun and age. Microdermabrasion can give the skin a fresh, healthy appearance by minimizing acne scars, age spots, blemishes caused by sun damage, crow's feet, fine lines, and superficial wrinkles. See similar questions...

The purpose of a chemical peel is to remove the layers of dead skin, revealing fresh skin underneath. The body creates new cells to replace the ones that the peel removes. Many medical specialists believe that new collagen is also generated following the peel procedure. In a chemical peel, we apply an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) or a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) to cleansed skin. The acid is left on for a short time (this depends on the condition of the skin, your tolerance level, etc). See similar questions...

You may have small flaking present. If this is bothersome to you, consider a microdermabrasion. This will cut down on the flaking. See similar questions...

Because TCA is a clear aqueous solution, over painting and uneven penetration can easily occur leading to unsatisfactory results. The Obagi Blue Peel is a unique procedure enhacing control of the depth of TCA. The blue mixing base helps to ensure consistent results with every patient and every procedure for the Physician. See similar questions...

Glycolic peels make use of acids that are used in order to exfoliate the skin. They are proven to improve fine lines and wrinkles, even out mild acne scars, reduce the manifestation of light brown spots, and give the skin a refreshed and glowing look. After the procedure, it is expected that your skin may have some redness and have a sunburn feeling; however, the patient may be able to resume normal activities. Application of makeup 24 to 48 hours after the procedure is not advisable. See similar questions...

Glycolic acid is part of the chemical family referred to as alpha-hydroxy acids. Glycolic acid is a naturally occurring compound in sugar cane. When applied, it helps to dissolve the outer layer of skin. See similar questions...