What is Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is the latest scientific method using fine inert (micro} crystals to progressively abrade the skin’ surface. It is used for skin resurfacing and treating a range of skin abnormalities. It can be described as “closed dermabrasion” where the dead cells, used crystals and any debris on the skin’s surface are collected in a waste bottle.

What can Ultrapeel treat?

• Face and body peeling
• Lined, wrinkled or sun-damaged skins
• Dull, congested, thick or blemished skins
• Active acne
• Scar revision
• Hyperpigmentation
• General smoothing of skin

Who can benefit?

Men and women of any skin type or color. Skin that is aging, congested, flaky, dry, devitalized, thickened, blemished, dull and sun damaged can be rejuvenated and refreshed. Blotchiness, uneven skin tones and texture will also be improved.

What areas can be treated?

Most common areas are the face, neck, chest, shoulders, back, hands, knees and elbows. Any body area can be treated.

Why microdermabrasion?

Approximately every 28 days we create a new layer of skin. As new cells form they push their way to the surface and then dead cells settle on the surface. This can cause enlarged pores, clogged pores, a bumpy uneven texture, and a dull appearance. As we age this process slows down leading to the appearance of older skin with less radiance.

How does it work?

The gentle exfoliation is performed with a jet of fine mineral crystals passing over the skin’s surface by creating a gentle vacuum. The crystals lay on the skin along with the dead and damaged skin cells. The crystals gently exfoliate approximately 20-25 microns of dead skin cells of the outermost layer (stratum corneum). Once removed it reveals one’s own fresher, younger looking skin beneath. One microdermabrasion is equal to three 30% glycolic peels or one 70% peel.

How many treatments do you need?

This treatment is meant to be progressive not aggressive. Generally results are more noticeable after the third treatment. Although, after the first session the skin will appear fresher, cleaner, smoother and softer for some clients. Usually treatments are performed every 7-10 days or every 2 weeks for a series of 6. Maintenance treatments are suggested once every one to one and a half months.

How long does it take?

The actual treatment usually takes 15-40 minutes, depending on the body area. The treatment is applied to clean skin. A moisturizing sun block is usually applied at the end of the treatment.

What are the side effects?

Since there is minimal discomfort and no healing time, one can resume normal activities immediately after. One may experience a slight tingling, and afterward the skin may feel tighter, as if exposed to the wind or sun. It may appear slightly flushed and this generally fades in 12-24 hours. It is very important NOT to EXERCISE for 24 hours after a treatment. Perspiration will produce a stinging sensation on newly treated skin which can take several hours to dissipate.

What other techniques can be used to make microdermabrasion even more effective?

Microdermabrasion can be combined with a new treatment called IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) – also known as Fotofacials. IPL treats broken blood vessels, background red skin tones, brown freckling, shrinks pores, improves sun damage and increases collagen in the skin. All of these lead to smoother, younger looking skin and reduced redness at the same time.
Your microdermabrasion treatments will be administered to you by our senior aesthetician Mary Noordhof, oor our resident aesthetician Rachel Schrager, under the supervision of Dr. El-Attar.

Chemical peels are a category of advanced clinical skin rejuvenation treatments that help to reverse the signs of aging and the damage of past sun exposure. There are several different types of chemical peels, as well as different strengths of peels Each day thousands of our skin cells die, flake off and are replaced by new cells. Chemical peels speed up the process. With all chemical peels, a topical solution is applied to the skin to loosen and remove the upper layers of dead and damaged skin and reveal new, fresher skin underneath. This treatment also stimulates a burst of renewal and collagen growth in the deeper layers of the skin.

Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) or Glycolic Acid Peels

Alpha hydroxy acids are naturally occurring acids found in a variety of plants and fruits, and Glycolic Acid, a type of AHA, is found in sugar cane. Glycolic acid is widely used for cosmetic purposes. It works by ungluing dead cells on the surface of your skin, and inside your pores, so they can slough off more easily.

Immediately after the first treatment you will see a difference – your skin will have a fresh glow, more even tone and feel smoother and softer. Each procedure lasts a few minutes and progressive improvement in the skin will be noted with each treatment.

Glycolic peels are most successful in a series of four or more, spaced approximately two weeks apart. The number of sessions necessary depends on the results you are trying to achieve. Glycolic acid is used in varying strengths, depending upon your individual skin condition.

BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid), BetaLift® or Salicylic Acid Peels

Salicylic acid is a naturally occurring acid found in the bark of the willow tree. BetaLift® peels work in the same manner as glycolic acid peels. This advanced skin renewal treatment, created by the inventor of Retin-A®, contains beta hydroxy acid to help “lift” away dull, dead, skin cells giving the skin a burst of renewal and bringing healthy, young, living cells to the surface. With the Beta Lift peel there is no downtime. Your skin immediately looks and feels smoother and tighter with a radiant, healthy glow. In a day or two, your face may begin peeling. The degree of peeling can vary from invisible to mild, to noticeable peeling and flaking. This peel is especially recommended for acne prone individuals and persons with hyperpigmentation (brown patches). This superficial treatment can be repeated every 4 weeks to obtain optimal improvement.

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