How does the diamond microdermabrasion procedure work?
The procedure begins with thorough cleansing of the skin with a special product. It removes makeup, impurities and slightly softens the dermis. During peeling, the cosmetologist moves the nozzle over the client’s skin, sanding off the surface layer. The procedure is painless. Judging by the reviews, the sensations from diamond microdermabrasion are similar to the touch of a cat’s rough tongue.
After cleansing, the cosmetologist applies a moisturizing mask and a special composition that has soothing and restorative properties. Immediately after the session, the skin feels soft and smooth. The feeling lasts for several days. Diamond microdermabrasion is performed on any part of the body, most often on the face, neck, chest, back, and arms.
A combination of diamond grinding and non-injection mesotherapy gives excellent results. Using the latter, the cosmetologist injects collagen and hyaluronic acid directly into the dermis, which helps it recover faster after the procedure.
What is diamond facial resurfacing?
This is a mechanical peeling procedure, during which a specialist exfoliates dead epidermal cells with a device. This effect helps eliminate minor defects (acne, pigmentation). In addition, polishing helps the skin recover faster and start the process of cell regeneration. Diamond microdermabrasion is carried out using a device, the tip of which is coated with small diamond crystals.
The attachments for the device may be different. They differ in spray grain and size. Different tips are used for delicate and rough areas. The hardware device polishes the face like a cosmetic brush.
In one procedure, the cosmetologist eliminates excess oil, evens out the tone, makes the skin matte, and removes the stratum corneum. The cosmetology device has a special exhaust system, thanks to which the effect becomes more noticeable. The vacuum has a beneficial effect on blood circulation and stimulates the flow of blood to the tissues.
Skin care after the procedure
Diamond peeling, unlike enzyme or laser peeling, does not require long-term rehabilitation. An important condition is to use a cream with SPF protection for several days after the procedure, even if it is cloudy outside. This will minimize the risk of pigmentation. For this reason, it is more advisable to carry out diamond microdermabrasion in the fall, when there is no solar activity.
For two weeks after the procedure, it is not recommended to use decorative cosmetics and alcohol-based cleansers. Active sports and saunas are prohibited, as hot steam and sweat contribute to skin irritation. Diamond peeling makes the skin very sensitive and dry, so in the first days moisturizers with a richer base are needed.
Dermabrasion: laser vs diamond
Dermabrasion is a professional resurfacing of the skin of the face, neck, décolleté and other areas, which gives a pronounced, lasting effect, and thanks to which your skin becomes smoother, cleaner and more elastic. There are several types of dermabrasion, and today we will compare laser and diamond dermabrasion. You can read in detail about microcrystalline dermabrasion in one of the earlier articles on our website.
Laser dermabrasion
Laser, despite the fact that it is considered a relatively new tool in the service of the beauty industry, has been used in medicine for a long time: with its help, at the end of the last century, tumors were removed, skin defects were corrected, etc. However, previously these procedures were available only to a select few, but now literally any woman with average income can afford them.
CO2 laser dermabrasion will help smooth out facial wrinkles, eliminate age spots and even out complexion, increase the level of regeneration of collagen and elastin fibers, which are responsible for skin elasticity.
When carrying out the laser dermabrasion procedure, a CO2 laser is used - the so-called carbon dioxide laser. With its help, the upper layer of the epidermis is removed - dead cells that make our face dull, reduce the efficiency of metabolic processes in the upper layers of the skin, which worsens its general condition.
Disadvantages of the procedure: the procedure is painful, anesthesia is required; severe redness of the skin after the procedure and a relatively long recovery period - up to 7 days.
Advantages of the procedure: the main advantage of the CO2 laser is that its rays penetrate the skin to a strictly defined depth, which avoids burns. The procedure has a pronounced, sustainable effect.
Erbium laser dermabrasion is another type of laser dermabrasion, which differs from a carbon dioxide CO2 laser in the depth of penetration of the beam into the skin: the penetration depth when performing microdermabrasion with a carbon dioxide CO2 laser is 2 times higher. This means that the impact on the skin and the long-term effect of the procedure performed with a CO2 laser will be more stable, but this procedure will be more painful and anesthesia is required for its implementation.
Erbium laser dermabrasion is also called “ cold laser ”, since the skin practically does not heat up during the procedure, but the absorption coefficient of such a beam is much higher than in the case of CO2 resurfacing.
Advantages of the procedure: painless, no anesthesia required. The recovery period is reduced to 2-4 days.
Features of the procedure
The procedure itself lasts no more than 20 minutes, but the skin requires preliminary preparation for approximately 30 days before the procedure itself. It is necessary to remove dead skin cells from the upper layers of the skin, as well as stop taking certain types of contraceptives, since they retain fluid in the body, so a small examination and consultation with a doctor are necessary before the procedure.
Remember that the cosmetologist will not endanger the life and health of the patient. If during a consultation with a cosmetologist and taking an anamnesis, any contraindications are discovered, then there can be no talk of any dermabrasion.
Diamond dermabrasion
Diamond facial dermabrasion: what is it ? In order to make an informed choice in favor of a particular procedure, it is better to have a comprehensive understanding of what it involves and how it is carried out, as well as what the indications, contraindications and consequences are.
Diamond dermabrasion , or, as it is also called, diamond peeling , is a type of mechanical peeling using diamond microparticles. Diamond, as you know, is the hardest mineral on Earth, so its microparticles are actively used in a variety of fields, including actively in cosmetology. Diamond peeling is considered one of the most gentle and safe types of facial resurfacing.
The essence of the procedure. First of all, the upper, keratinized layer of skin is mechanically removed, which activates restoration and metabolic processes in the upper layers of the epidermis. Secondly, mechanical cleansing of the skin pores is carried out - a diamond dermabrasion device allows, by creating negative pressure (vacuum), to deeply clean the skin pores.
The range of indications for diamond dermabrasion is quite wide; the following areas can be subjected to the procedure: face; neck and décolleté; Hands; skin of the thighs and abdomen (for example, to eliminate stretch marks).
Benefits of the procedure: after the first session, the skin looks fresher and younger. The full course consists of 4-6 sessions - this is a guarantee of a stable and pronounced effect. There are no restrictions on skin types. Can be used not only for the face, but also for other areas for which laser resurfacing is contraindicated.
Disadvantages of the procedure: the procedure takes longer than laser dermabrasion and lasts 45-60 minutes - the resurfacing itself, and about 30 minutes - a nourishing mask after the procedure.
CONCLUSIONS
When choosing a dermabrasion method, you need to focus not so much on personal preferences and features of the procedure, but on the indications and opinion of a cosmetologist, based on your medical history and test results. However, of course, your opinion will be taken into account and taken into account.
At the clinic of aesthetic medicine "Eurolaser", the appointment is conducted by a dermatologist, cosmetologist Elena Anatlyevna Suleiman with extensive experience. You can make an appointment with a doctor at the EUROLASER clinic by phone or through the website:
Contraindications
Diamond resurfacing is an effective way to aesthetically correct facial skin; reviews from cosmetologists on this technique are mostly positive. Despite the minimal risk of developing negative side effects and the painlessness of the method, there are a number of contraindications in the presence of which the resurfacing procedure should not be used.
Cosmetologists strictly do not recommend dermabrasion sessions in the following cases:
- if there is an intolerance to the effects of diamond dust, which covers the hands of the device;
- the body has not sufficiently restored its immunity after a protracted illness;
- for hyperkeratosis, scleroderma, any infectious diseases;
- if there are moles, hemangiomas, open wounds, mechanical damage, burns in the treatment area;
- in the presence of fungal or bacterial rashes, skin diseases in the acute stage;
- with rosacea, if the blood vessels are dilated;
- if there are tumors of an oncological nature on the skin;
- with heart disease, presence of a pacemaker;
- for diseases of an epileptic nature, autoimmune disorders, asthma;
- during pregnancy.
It is not recommended to carry out procedures during menstruation, the lactation period, or on skin after prolonged exposure to the sun with traces of burns. If you feel unwell due to exacerbation of chronic diseases, acute respiratory viral infections, poisoning, the microresurfacing procedure should be postponed until complete recovery.
Laser resurfacing stages of healing
Recovery after laser resurfacing, globally, can be divided into weeks:
1 Week:
the most active recovery period, when the process of regeneration and healing begins after laser resurfacing.
During this period, redness, swelling, crusting and peeling are observed. It is in the first week that all the rules from the section above must be strictly followed.
2 week
: the skin returns to normal and you can gradually return to the usual stage of care, as well as applying light makeup.
The main thing is not to forget about hydration and protection from UV radiation!
3-4 week:
There is no longer any need for special care, but a favorable time is coming for injection procedures, such as biorevitalization or mesotherapy. They will help speed up the recovery process and also enhance the results of laser resurfacing!
Stages of implementation
The diamond grinding session follows the following algorithm:
- At the initial stage, the skin must be prepared. The cosmetologist cleans the surface of dirt and decorative cosmetics, steams it, applying a compress with a warm towel, and treats it with a scrub to remove sebaceous plugs from the pores.
- After preparation, the cosmetologist begins to treat the facial areas with a diamond-coated tip. The fraction of diamond chips is selected depending on the area being treated.
- After peeling, a massage is performed with vacuum maniples to increase tone and elasticity.
After microresurfacing, a special serum is applied to the treated area, a mask is applied to relieve swelling and soothe the skin, and then treated with a healing cream for accelerated regeneration.
