Acne Scar Treatment: Microdermabrasion
What is microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is the mechanical way to get skin exfoliation. This procedure involves a handheld vacuum pump or suction aimed towards the skin to remove dead skin cells, enabling newer and healthier skin to surface. This is used to treat shallow acne scars and is more similar to light chemical peels. In most acne treatment reviews, it is often said that it does not only improve scars but it can also diminish wrinkles, blemishes and other unwanted spots or lines on the skin.
Six to fifteen treatments are required for this process. It will cost about $50 to $300 each.
What are the side effects?
The patient may experience the following side effects:
- Reddening of the skin
- Swelling of the skin
- Burning sensations on the skin
- Skin discoloration
- Uneven skin tone
- Increased sensitivity to the sun
- Flaking or crusting of the skin
- Stinging effects on the skin
- Other allergic reactions or forms of irritation