What should you know about new brilliance microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion uses a handheld device to exfoliate the outermost layer of skin, commonly with crystals or a diamond tip, while suction removes loosened debris. It can make rough texture feel smoother and may help the appearance of dullness or superficial uneven tone. It does not remove deep scars or replace treatment for an active skin disease.

Skin may feel tight or look mildly pink after a session. A clinician should check for active infection, open wounds, eczema flares, significant irritation, or recent procedures before treating the area.

Tell the practitioner about retinoids, exfoliating products, recent sun exposure, cold sores, isotretinoin history, and procedures such as waxing or laser treatment. Arrive with clean skin if instructed. Afterward, use gentle cleansing, moisturiser, and broad-spectrum sun protection; avoid picking, harsh scrubs, and irritating actives until the skin feels settled.

A treatment plan depends on your skin type, concern, and response. A chemical peel may be discussed as an alternative, but its ingredients and depth are different, so suitability needs individual assessment.

Contact the clinic for increasing pain, marked swelling, blistering, pus, spreading redness, or a rash that does not improve with the advised aftercare. Seek urgent help for breathing difficulty or facial swelling suggesting a severe allergic reaction.

Ask what device and tip will be used, which areas will be treated, how your current products affect timing, what recovery is expected, and when a different treatment should be considered.