Most men and women want to look their best. Up until recently, taking steps to achieve this could include anything from a facial to a drastic procedure such as a chemical or laser peel. The disadvantage of chemical or laser peels is that not only do they involve pain and down-time while the face heals, but their side effects can include unusual and uneven skin color or hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, or long-term redness (erythema).

European women have been using microdermabrasion for years. This completely safe, pain-free and non-invasive procedure was approved by the FDA in the United States last summer.

Microdermabrsion is performed with a jet of fine crystal which is vacuumed across the face, removing the dead and damaged skin cells and stimulating the collagen beneath the surface of the skin. This gentle technique has been described as 'sandblasting with velvet.' Since it involves little or no healing time, there is no need to hide out for a week while the skin crusts and peels - a standard hazard with the typical chemical or laser procedure. After just one treatment of microdermabrasion, clients report an immediate improvement in the skin's tone and texture. The skin is firmer, more uniform and translucent in appearance with fewer wrinkles and less noticeable scarring. Successive treatments can transform the skin's appearance, leaving it blemish-free, glowing and youthful.

Clients report that microdermabrasion reduces and in many cases, even eliminates fine lines, wrinkles and brown spots. It revitalizes dull and thickened skin while improving the quality and appearance of sun-damaged skin. Microdermabrasion is also effective in treating minor skin abnormalities such as stretch marks (including the breasts), shallow hypertrophic scars, and dilated capillaries. It can help smooth acne scars and blemishes.

One treatment results in a smooth, glowing complexion - ideal for the person who wants to look good for a party. Successive treatments maximize the benefits and can produce dramatic results.

Microdermabrasion is perfect for people who do not want to risk dangerous side effects of the standard chemical or laser peel. Many are too busy or simply do not want to take the time necessary to heal, or are nervous about the pain.

Microdermabrasion is non-invasive, relaxing and revolutionary - good news for men and women who want to keep their skin looking as good as possible.