Our skin fulfills vital duties. It protects our internal organs from external pathogens and harm, and it helps regulate our body temperature and moisture. Because of this it is not uncommon to see how our skin is often abused and neglected.

After a certain amount of time, our skin will begin to show signs of wear and tear. This is when we start seeing blemishes, scars and dark spots instead of smooth and even skin. To help deal with these types of skin issues, you can rely on a common form of treatment: microdermabrasion.

Microdermabrasion is a mechanical abrasion method that removes the top layer of the skin. It has been around for centuries, but only in the last few decades has it gone from the doctor's office to the spa to an at-home-treatment cream.

Microdermabrasion creams are more convenient for most people because they help you save time and money. Also, you can use them more or less frequently depending on your needs.

Home Microdermabrasion can Help

In general, microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure that removes the outermost layer of skin by using light abrasion, helping remove the dead skin cells that are trapped on your skin. This specific type of technique works to remove skin that has been damaged by the sun, or scarring. Microdermabrasion creams can be just as effective if you use them regularly.

*Dark spots

As we age dark spots (hyperpigmentation) become more evident. Sun damage and acne can lead to a localized darkening of the skin which makes your skin look dull, uneven and unhealthy.

Microdermabrasion, however, can slowly remove the layers of the skin that have been affected with hyperpigmentation problems.

*Scars

Scars are a common occurrence. They form as part of a natural process in which the body tries to heal the wounded area as quickly as possible to avoid blood loss and infection. Scars are often extensive but can be treated using a microdermabrasion treatment.

Microdermabrasion helps speed up the process of removal and replacement by inflicting a tiny amount of "damage" in the affected area. This "damage" makes the renewal process act more quickly, which as a result, helps replace scar tissue with normal skin in less time than usual.

*Solar damage

Once again, microdermabrasion replaces the uppermost, damaged layer of your skin with a healthy layer of skin cells. If you are using a microdermabrasion cream, make sure that you apply it on an area that is NOT sunburn. This will only aggravate your skin more and lead to possible breakage and infection.