I have an appointment for one this upcoming Saturday...but really ladies, is it worth it?

My skin isn't terrible. I have no acne, I do not break out. My skin's just getting a little rough and I suddenly have all these strange facial creases. I do have visible pores around my nose and on my nose, but other than that, it's all good! I just thought that if I were to get this done...my skin would look healthier and smoother.

So...Should I spend the 95 bucks? Or is there something someone here can suggest that I use to smoothe out my skin and get rid of those creases

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I got it done once (I honestly don't know why a 15 year old would get it done) because my mom was like "let's try it. it'll clean up your dead skin". So I did it. And my face was really really smooth and soft and clean Hopefully it'll work for you

I've had a course of 6 a few month ago and it really did help my acne prone skin, but I find the effects don't last long, your looking at about a week.

Another way is to buy an at home microdermabrasion kit and do it yourself. I don't know whether the outcome will come out the same as having a pro do it, but it's just a suggestion

I enjoy it. It does give the skin a nice finish, but the downside is that it is temporary. I would say give it a shot. Then weigh the results against the cost and determine if you feel like it is worth spending another $95 in the future. If not, MAC's Microfine Refinisher is a close second, results-wise that is, and is only $26.50 and will last for several applications.

Let us know what you think of the results if you go.

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i'd say yes, professional microdermabrasion is worth the results. results are temporary but if you can afford to keep going the why not? the home kits are not as good as a professional session because they can easily be used incorrectly and over-used which can cause scarring. hell, if i had the money i would do it.

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I've had Microderm done recently twice...two weeks apart. I didn't have super bad skin to start off with but I just want nice even skin tone an texture. I really liked the results. Yesterday I had a facial with a 20% pumpkin chemical peel mask, that combined with the microderm I've really noticed a difference!! My esthetician recommended going back and forth from peels to the microderm...I don't have much more to go but I absolutely love the results so far!!

I was thinking about microderm if I can get my acne under control as a way of dealing with my scars.

I'm getting there, its almost under control, but I have loads of scars, which I am treating with rosehip seed oil. I may try one of the at home kits to see how that goes.

I've had microdermabrasion done and I've really enjoyed it. But I think I will be getting a peel next, or dermal blading. If you stick with any super exfoliating treatment like dermabrasion, you will also get long term effects. It encourages collegen production, which is why it works so well for fine lines and acne scars.

Do you find the rosehip seed oil to help with acne scars well? I have had microdermabrasion treatments several times, and yes it is only temporary.
It did not do much to reduce the appearance of my mild to moderate acne scarring.It did give my skin a very smooth feel for about a week afterwards and that was it. I think I might try MAC'S Microfine refinsher as MacWhore suggested for smooth skin.

One thing I might add. A lot of people tend to think of Microfine Refinisher as a traditional scrub and in doing so, a lot of people misuse it, much like jessiekins1 said.

I make sure I have a clean, damp face to start. Then I put a quarterish size of MR on my hands. When I apply it to the face, I do not "scrub" like I would with the Scrub Mask. That would be too rough on the skin. I basically lay my hands on my face and move the product around with just the weight of my hands. I don't really push down. Maybe just the slightest pressure.

Another tip if you feel that even the above is too rough, add a bit of MAC's Cleanse Off Oil to the mix. That makes it a bit more emollient and less rough. It gives a bit of a barrier or cushion.

HTH

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Rosehip seed oil has the highest concentration of fatty acids needed by the skin to regenerate properly.

I use it at night and its really helping. Along with Lavender water, as lavender is also excellent for skin regeneration. The best thing about the rosehip seed oil is that it is a great base oil, so you could add oils to it. I'm planning on getting some lavender to mix into it to increase the effect.
I'm finding that as well as dealing with the scars I have, any new spots are clearing up and healing faster as well.

I know it's a little late for this, but just in case anyone else stumbles across this topic like I did...
I've never had it done by a pro, but I bought some Dr. Brandts Microdermabrasion stuff at Sephora, and although I almost died when i saw the price ($75 ) it makes my skin incredibly smooth...i have these like, reddish purply lines along the sides of my nostrils, and it's helped those a lot also.