Two Excellent Exfoliating Facial Treatments Compared
Here’s some information to help understand the differences between Microdermabrasion and HydraFacial and find out what results patients can expect to see with each treatment.
About Microdermabrasion
How Microdermabrasion Works
There are different types of microderms, but they all exfoliate the skin. The technology we use at WIFH is DermaSweep MD, which is the most precise, comfortable, and effective Microdermabrasion out there. It uses bristle technology to exfoliate and it finishes up with the infusion of a serum selected based on the patient’s skin needs[31].
What to Expect from Microdermabrasion
This procedure is painless and removes the top layer of skin, making the skin immediately softer and smoother. The microderm cleans pores, removes skin debris, stimulates blood flow, and encourages collagen formation to firm and tone the skin. We also recommend pairing Microdermabrasion with our Laser Skin Rejuvenation procedures to make the experience most effective; these can both be done on the same day[33].
While some people will always be microderm people and love the exfoliation it provides, they might also want some elements offered by a HydraFacial, which offers more than just exfoliation. It cleanses, extracts, exfoliates, and infuses antioxidants and hydration into the skin.
About HydraFacial™
How HydraFacial Works
HydraFacial is basically a more advanced version of Microdermabrasion and is sometimes even referred to as a “Wet Microdermabrasion.” It is a medical grade, facial resurfacing treatment that offers immediate results with no downtime. The HydraFacial involves a multi-step process that is completely customizable.
This treatment is anything but basic: a standard HydraFacial cleanses, exfoliates, extracts, and hydrates with special serums full of antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid[31]. Each patient’s HydraFacial is also completely customizable based on your specific skin type and concerns.
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What to Expect from HydraFacial
The Medical Esthetician will perform a thorough skin analysis before the treatment to determine which add-ons would be beneficial, including possible blue light therapy for acne or red light therapy for sun damage and skin repair. Patients can also add a peel for added exfoliation or growth factors to promote elastin and collagen production[34].
Skin will feel completely rejuvenated after a HydraFacial. It literally glows! Patients notice skin products will have more noticeable effects and penetrate deeper. Makeup will also go on smoother and without settling into fine lines or pores.
HydraFacial is the perfect treatment just before a big event too, but a series is best as the results are cumulative and patients will see improvement in fine lines, wrinkles, acne, skin tone, texture and overall skin health.
Get a Consultation for Exfoliating Facials
Everyone’s skin is different, which is why we offer free consultations with one of our knowledgeable Medical Estheticians to determine which exfoliating facial is best for each patient’s skin.
We always recommend a series of treatments when it comes to facial treatments because one isn’t enough to effect real change. For optimal results, we typically recommend a series of 6 Microdermabrasion procedures or 3-6 HydraFacials.
