Chemical Peels or
Microderm Abrasion
I wish I could look so young and vibrant again, like I used to be. This is what many people are craving once
they hit their mid-life plateau. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to achieve this state of youth in this
day and age. Or at the very least, take off a few years. One of the more commonly heard of methods is known as
chemical peels. This is a unique way to exfoliate layers of dead skin off your face. The results
are said to be fabulous, but what exactly do you truly know about this cosmetic procedure.
I have heard a lot of opinions about the modern chemical peels. Regrettably, most of
what I've herd has been bad reviews. I had the unexpected pleasure of seeing a woman one day at my local spa,
immediately after she had received a modern chemical peel. I was sitting in the lobby waiting for my massage
treatment, and she just came strolling out. I could tell immediately that she had indulged in a chemical peel
treatment. Her bright red complexion was the first sign that cued me in. Plus there was the fact that she stepped
up to the counter and the employee asked her about the chemical peel. I recall the employee telling her to avoid
sunlight and certain facial cleansing products for a certain number of days. I will admit, just looking at that
results of that chemical peel turned me off. That woman looked like she went bobbing for apples in a volcano. OUCH!
Anyway, the moral of this story is there are other options available besides chemical peels. To name one of the
more popular ones, microderm abrasion. This is also an exfoliating process that removes dead skin with sand
particles. A device blows them on small portions of your face at a time. It's sort of like a face scrub, but more
effective.
You will notice that far less dermatologists are recommending chemical peels these days.
The results are just a bit too extreme and it is rough on the complexion to remove so much skin at one time; with
all chemicals on top of that. More and more, spas and dermatology clinics are starting to recommend
microderm abrasion as a far less irritating alternative. However, your microderm abrasion
process might consist of more than just one visit. There are some people that go up to six consecutive times,
depending on their skin condition and personal goals. Microderm abrasion is less damaging to
your skin, but the whole process will take a lot longer and cost more money.
chemical peels
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