Microdermabrasion

The Laser Institute of the High Desert offers crystal-free microdermabrasion, which takes away the dead superficial skin which smoothes fine lines and acne scars, evens pigmentation, brightens skin color and enhances absorption of topical creams and make up.  Our medical grade unit is 5 times stronger than spa grade versions.

Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure popular in day spas and medical spas, in which the stratum cornea (outermost surface of the skin) is removed by light abrasion.  Different methods include mechanical abrasion from jets and zinc oxide or a roughened surface.  Particles and removed material are usually suctioned off using a small vacuum attached to a wand.

Microdermabrasion is used to remove sun-damaged skin and to remove or lessen scars and dark spots on the skin.  The procedure is not painful and requires no anesthetic.  Microdermabrasion can be used medically for scar removal when the scar is raised above the surrounding skin, but is less effective with sunken scars.

In the past, dermabrasion was done using abrasive crystal.  In the past decade, it has become more common to use a wand with a roughened surface.  This procedure requires no medical oversight and is commonly used in conjunction with facial spa treatments.

Microdermabrasion is a relative new-comer to the United States.  This technique was first used in Europe and adopted by the United States in the late 1990s.  Today, Microdermabrasion is used effectively to treat fine wrinkles, stretch marks, and scars left from moderate to severe acne.

The Laser Institute of the High Desert 12550 Hesperia Rd Suite 100 Victorville, CA 92395 (760) 381-7709