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home microdermabrasion kit - which one is best?

by Susan
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the PMD home kit that you love uses alimimium oxide crystals and i recently saw a home kit, NuBrillance that uses a diamond head .... which is better and why? It is also much less in price.

Hi Susan,

Thanks for your question regarding the difference between NuBrillance diamond tip and the Personal MicroDerm (PMD) aluminum crystals.

As far as I can understand, there isn’t much difference between using diamond tip or aluminum crystals for exfoliation.

Both of them offer an advantage over traditional home exfoliating products like scrubs and creams in that they both offer that intense (and important) abrasive aspect (meaning they literally polish off the dead skin cells).

The most important aspect of any home microdermabrasion machine is having a good suction system to lift the skin to the tips of the machine so the crystals can polish and wisk away dead cells.

The PMD was developed by a Dermatologist and Laser Surgeon, Dr. Taylor and it uses the same aluminum oxide crystals found in professional machines used in dermatologists office and spas.

I have never used NuBrilliance, but I own and use the PMD and find it small, sleek and easy to handle. My only real complaint is it's a bit loud when I use it around my eye area (I guess because it’s close to my ears)…………but don’t be fooled by the small size - this little machine is intense.

If you don’t follow the directions and use lightly in the beginning and space out your treatments, you can experience some redness or raw spots – so I know this one works.

I bought this one for two reasons, I saw it on THE DOCTORS show and I liked the price (only $179.00).

The NuBrilliance costs $239.85. I know their website says $14.95 - but this cost is only for the trial period - if you keep it, it will cost over $200.00….. So I thought I’d try the cheaper one first (PMD). :-)

You can read more information and watch a close up video here:

Home Microdermabrasion Kit.

P.S. If you purchase before July 20th, they offer a 20% discount.

Actually, the offer this discount a few times a year. So if you don't get it now, just book mark their page in case you're interested in getting it later or for the holidays. They make great gifts for mom too :-)

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Apr 25, 2012
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At Home Microdermabrasion Machine - Comparison of Nubrilliance and PMD
by: Anonymous

Hi There,

From what I can tell - here are the difference between the PMD and Nubrilliance.

There are basically two types of microdermabrasion peels – crystal or diamond. The PMD uses crystals and the Nubrilliance uses diamond.

The Personal Microdermabrasion Machine (PMD) that you have uses aluminum oxide crystals along with suction….. (similar to what is used in professional machines found at your dermatologists office).

Nubrilliance does not use crystal to exfoliate but rather a variety of diamond tip wands in different sizes and texture for different parts of the body and depths of resurfacing. It also features the suction too.

Which one is better? Well crystal peels seem to be more favored for several reasons:

Many dermatologists prefer crystals because they're more effective in abrading the skin due to their texture and irregular shape.

Crystals are especially effective in treating skin irregularities – such as scars – because of their shape. Also, unlike the diamond tip, there is less chance of spreading skin bacteria – which may cling to the diamond tip.

On the other side of the coin – diamond is a harder mineral than crystal and seems to exfoliate faster and easier.

With the diamond peels there is less chance of stray particles (such as crystal dust and dead cells) to get into the eyes, mouth and nose.

Some dermatologists prefer using diamond peels because they say it's easier to use and makes the whole procedure faster.

Of the two types, the PMD was reviewed and recommend on the Dr. Oz show last year and was featured and recommend by Dr. Fredic Brand, M.D. in the March 2012 Style magazine as an effective and affordable personal home microdermabrasion machine.

Of course, all of this means nothing, if you're not satisfied with the results. I'm wondering if you might have a defective machine?

Have you suggested that and asked the company to send you another one – free shipping of course?

Also, it's quite possible that your skin type is best suited for the diamond peel. We are all unique individuals with different skin types and needs.

This is probably what makes recommending skin care products and treatments so difficult – what works for one, will not necessarily work well for another.

So ladies – let's hear it. Has anyone ever tried the Nubrilliance? Can you share your results-experience with us?

In case you're interested in trying the Nubrilliance, Amazon sells it for a really great price.
Nu Brilliance Microdermabrasion Skin Care System

Hope this helps.

Apr 24, 2012
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Has anyone tried Nubrilliance? - Dr. Oz Microdermabrasion Recommendation
by: Anonymous

I tried the PMD and found there wasn't much suction at all, and the large head did not work. Also there was minimal abrasion and the result was limited with the small head which did work. To send it back I had to pay again for shipping. I was very disappointed. I want to try the Nubrilliance but would like to hear from someone else first.

I also use use the Personal Microdermabrasion home machine (PMD)the one recommend by Dr. Oz and find it effective.

You mentioned 2 complaints; however, I had the exact opposite results.

Suction: I found it so strong I had to hold the skin taut – otherwise it pulled too much and made it difficult to glide smoothly.

Abrasion: At first I left it on one spot longer than recommended. A few hours later that area turned red and sore. I realized this little machine is pretty powerful.

I even use it for chest wrinkles and dark spots. See before and after pictures: Microdermabraion At Home

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