Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is effective in reducing fine lines, "crows feet," age spots and acne scars. It stimulates the production of skin cells and collagen. It has proven to be a very popular nonsurgical cosmetic procedure.

Technique

The hand piece emits crystals onto the surface of the skin, resulting in a gentle abrasion or "polishing" process. Each treatment takes from 30 minutes to an hour. The number of treatments recommended for maximal results can range between 5 and 12, spaced from 2 to 3 weeks apart. Maintenance of initial results requires periodic repeat treatments after the initial regimen is completed. Microdermabrasion may be combined with a light chemical peel to increase the effect.

Pre and Post Treatment Products

LRS-Lipid Recovery Serum	Anhydrous Cleanser
Developed specifically as a post treatment therapy for skin which has been depleted of its natural lipid content by the use of laser resurfacing, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, abrasive facial scrubs, and the like	A highly concentrated water-free preservative-free cleanser used to cleanse the skin prior to, or immediately after microdermabrasion, chemical peels, laser resurfacing or other exfoliating skin procedures. May also be used as a daily cleanser for dry, sensitive skin.
Clayton Shagal Skin Care
Where skin-care products are conceived and nurtured with respect and integrity in tribute to a most distinguished natural element: the skin. Clayton Shagal offers numerous Cleansing and Exfoliation products.

Information on the Glycolic Acid Facial Peel

How does it work? Glycolic acid penetrates the layers of the skin and works in two ways. First Glycolic acid loosens or dissolves the glue-like substance that holds the outer layer of cells to each other and to the underlying epidermis. These thick, piled up, clinging cells are responsible for the appearance of dry, rough, scaly skin, and brow age or sun damage spots. When the "glue" is loosened, the thick strateum corneum is sloughed away, leaving the skin with a smooth, moist, refined, vibrant appearance. Glycolic acid also loosens the corneocytes (dead cells) which block the follicles and cause acne. Once the follicle clears, the glycolic acid continues to work to prevent acne from reoccurring. Second Glycolic acid affects deeper layers of the skin by regenerating collagen and elastin. Clinical studies show marked disappearance of fine lines and reduction of coarser, deeper wrinkles.