The BellaDerma arrives in Highland

Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure in which the stratum corneum (dead outermost surface of the skin) is partially or completely removed by light abrasion. Different methods include mechanical abrasion from jets of zinc oxide or aluminum oxide crystals, fine organic particles, or a roughened surface. After trying many different systems, we chose the BellaDerma system for our microdermabrasion clients. BellaDerma is considered by physicians to be one of the most effective and safest microdermabrasion machines available. Microdermabrasion is a gentle and minimally invasive procedure not to be confused with Dermabrasion, which is an invasive procedure done to take off a deeper layer of tissue.

Microdermabrasion is used to rejuvenate skin, treat acne, remove sun-damaged skin and scars, reduce uneven skin tone and remove dark spots (age spots.) The procedure is comfortable and requires no anesthesia. Microdermabrasion can be used medically for scar removal when the scar is raised above the surrounding skin, but is less effective with sunken scars. Microdermabrasion can be very effective in the treatment of acne, with regular treatments providing the greatest improvement. Microdermabrasion should not be used on patients who have taken the medication Accutane (Isotretinion) in the previous twelve months.

There are microdermabrasion machines that use diamond or other tipped wands and do not use crystals. For multiple reasons we chose a system that uses abrasive crystals. Dr. Weinman believes that the crystal-free machines produce microscopic tearing of the skin rather than the even abrasion that is produced by crystals. This abrasion is felt to be less traumatic for the dermis. It is also felt that there are multiple contamination issues with non-crystal microdermabrasion that are not seen with the crystal machines.

At Essence MediSpa, we utilize physician-grade skin products in conjunction with the BellaDerma session to provide our clients with the finest microdermabrasion procedure in the Hudson Valley. These products are only available through a physician’s office.