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3 Understand the Machine Settings: Familiarize yourself with the settings on your microdermabrasion
machine. Settings may include suction intensity and exfoliation level. Start with lower settings, especially if
you’re new to microdermabrasion.

4 Perform a Patch Test: If it’s your first time using the machine, perform a patch test on a small area to ensure
your skin tolerates the treatment.
5 Choose the Appropriate Tip or Disc: If you’re using a diamond-tip microdermabrasion machine, select the
appropriate tip based on the area you’re treating. Coarse tips may be suitable for acne-prone areas.
6 Adjust Suction Level: Start with a low suction level and gradually increase it based on your comfort and
tolerance. Higher suction can help remove dead skin cells and unclog pores.
7 Hold Your Skin Taut: While using the microdermabrasion wand, hold the skin taut with your free hand. This
ensures smooth and even exfoliation.

8 Move in Even Strokes: Move the microdermabrasion wand across your skin in even strokes. Avoid staying in
one area for too long to prevent over-exfoliation.
9 Focus on Acne-Prone Areas: Pay extra attention to areas affected by acne, but avoid active breakouts.
Microdermabrasion can help improve the texture of acne scars and reduce the appearance of post- inflammatory
hyperpigmentation.
Benefits: Improves overall skin texture, reduces acne scars, and helps prevent future breakouts.

Exfoliation: Microdermabrasion helps to exfoliate the outer layer of the skin, removing dead skin cells. This
process can prevent pores from becoming clogged with debris and reduce the risk of acne breakouts.
Unclogs Pores: By removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores, microdermabrasion can contribute to a
reduction in blackheads and whiteheads, common types of acne lesions.
Promotes Cell Turnover: The exfoliation induced by microdermabrasion stimulates cell turnover, encouraging
the growth of new, healthy skin cells. This can help improve overall skin texture and reduce the appearance of
acne scars.
Reduces Sebum Buildup: Microdermabrasion can help in reducing excess oil (sebum) on the skin’s surface,
preventing the formation of acne. It can be particularly beneficial for individuals with oily or combination skin.
Enhances Penetration of Skincare Products: After microdermabrasion, the skin becomes more receptive to
skincare products. This allows topical acne medications and treatments to penetrate more effectively, increasing
their potential efficacy.
Improves Blood Circulation: The mechanical exfoliation of microdermabrasion stimulates blood circulation in
the skin, promoting oxygenation and nutrient delivery to the cells. Improved circulation can support the skin’s
natural healing processes.

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