Is Microdermabrasion Safe for Sensitive Skin?

Sometimes, all your skin needs is a refresher. Microdermabrasion speeds up skin regeneration, encouraging your body to shed old cells and fortify the skin with new proteins. If you have sensitive skin and need a quick, noninvasive way to enhance your complexion, microdermabrasion might be the best choice. 

At Ventura Eye Institute in Camarillo, California, our eye health specialists are also trained in cosmetic procedures, such as microdermabrasion, which uses minimally invasive techniques to improve skin health and enhance aesthetics. 

How microdermabrasion works 

Microdermabrasion is a form of deep exfoliation and skin rejuvenation. Much like chemical peels, this process removes the uppermost layers of your skin. However, microdermabrasion uses finely ground crystals and a powerful vacuum instead of a chemical exfoliant. 

During a microdermabrasion session, your provider uses a controlled spray of fine crystals to abrade the surface of your skin. At the same time, a powerful vacuum sucks up the crystals and dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth and resurfaced. 

Within a few sessions, you can completely overhaul your complexion, reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, and more. The entire procedure is precise, painless, and requires no downtime. There is a lower risk of allergic reactions, making it a more appropriate treatment for sensitive skin. 

Rejuvenating sensitive skin

While microdermabrasion is more appropriate for sensitive skin than a chemical peel, you should time your sessions wisely. If you have any active rashes or acne on your face, wait until they have healed to undergo microdermabrasion. 

Since the upper layers of your skin will be stripped away, you’ll need to be careful while your face heals. In the following days, avoid direct sunlight, exfoliants, and bodies of water containing contaminants, like lakes, rivers, or freshwater pools. Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer to clean your face daily, and be patient as your results gradually appear. 

One of the biggest appeals of microdermabrasion is that you can undergo regular treatments to maintain and improve your results. Most people undergo anywhere from one to four treatments per month, and the quick, comfortable process makes it easy to add to your regular skincare routine.  

Microdermabrasion comes with fewer risks and side effects than other skin resurfacing treatments, and each session brings you closer to a clear complexion. You’ll love the way your skin looks and feels soft, supple, and younger.

To learn more about microdermabrasion for sensitive skin, talk to the team at Ventura Eye Institute. You can schedule a consultation by calling 805-388-1211 or visiting the contact page for more options.