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Skin Abrasion

skin abrasion


Skin abrasion - sometimes called skin dermabrasion, microdermabrasion, or exfoliation - is one of the best ways to revive dull dry patchy skin..

People often ask me how to get smooth skin and I always tell them exfoliate. Exfoliating the skin clears it of dead skin cells, unclogs pores, smooths out even the roughest, bumpy dry skin and will bring a nice shine and glow to your complexion.

Definition of Abrasion -

  • Abrasion: An abrasion or "excoriation" is a wearing away of the upper layer of skin as a result of applied friction force.
    • Skin dermabrasion is the process of rubbing the skin -exfoliating - to speed up the renewal process by loosening old skin cells and rebuild new ones.

Did you know that animals rub any sore area of their skin against trees, fences, etc …..in order to speed up the healing process? That’s because skin dermabrasion helps speed up skin healing and collagen production. You can use skin abrasion to your advantage to help remove old scars, blemishes, and wrinkles. Skin dermabrasion is one of the most overlooked anti-aging skinscare routine.

Home Dermabrasion Techniques

There are different skin dermabrasion techniques from professional microdermabrasion procedures to home dermabrasion. The most deepest exfoliation and also the most expensive is a professional microdermabrasion performed by skin care specialist.

This skin dermabrasion technique uses a special microdermabrasion machine that has a quick, rotating diamond edge wheel which peels away and removes the upper layer of damaged or wrinkle skin.

A much less expensive alternative is the home dermabrasion technique. While not as powerful as professional ones, the anti-aging effects of home dermabrasion does accumulate over time provided you do them on a weekly basis.

How To Exfoliate Your Skin

There are a few home dermabrasion techniques you can do safely at home to keep you skin smooth, soft, and clear.

  • The most simplest method is to use a wash cloth or scrubbing sponge every day.

  • Make a sugar and baking soda paste by using an equal mixture of sugar and baking soda. Apply this mixture to your skin and rub in circular motions all over your face and neck for a few seconds. Then rinse well with cool water and apply a moisturizer right after. The moisturizer will be absorbed more quickly since the skin is clear of dead skin cells and debris. Do this a few times a week.

  • A more intense buffing/dermabrasion technique involves the use of a specific exfoliating treatment product like Peter Thomas Roth Anti-Aging Buffinig Beads. This is my Favorite! It's like having 3 products in one because contains Jojoba Beads to physically exfoliate, Glycolic Acid to increase cellular turnover, and Salicylic Acid to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Once you try this product you will be hooked!


    • Anti-Aging Skin Care Routine

    Incorporate skin abrasion in your anti-aging skincare routine by using one or all of home microdermabrasion techniques outlined on this page.

    Here is a sample schedule of how to incorporate the skin dermabrasion into your daily schedule: --

    • Every time you wash your face – use a wash cloth or exfoliating sponge

    • Few times a week - I use the baking soda/sugar scrub. Also, consider using this on your whole body including the back of the arms, knees, and elbows. You won't have bumpy dry skin or dry patchy skin anymore.

    • Once a week use a more intense skin abrasion technique like the Anti-Aging Buffing Beads

    • Use the Anti-Aging Buffing Beads at night and then apply the copper peptides, emu oil, or whatever your favorite moisturizing/anti-aging cream is and let your skin soak it in over night. These creams will be better absorbed once you've used the Anti-Aging Buffing Beads.

    Caution

    Since everyone is different and has different levels of skin sensitivity – be careful not to use these techniques on the same day or within about 12 hours of using a facial peel or copper peptides.

    These procedures can make your skin sensitive to sun, so always use a good Sun Screen. Even in the winter and cloudy days.

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