Are you looking to rejuvenate your complexion or treat specific skin concerns? You have probably come across both the SkinBase Microdermabrasion and SkinBase Hydro treatments. So, Microdermabrasion vs Hydro – which treatment should you choose? Let’s find out.
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Microdermabrasion vs Hydro
When considering the best treatment to suit your skin needs, it is important to understand the benefits of both Microdermabrasion and Hydro so you can make an informed decision.
SkinBase Microdermabrasion
SkinBase Microdermabrasion is an intense, mechanical exfoliation treatment. Using ultra fine, abrasive crystals, your SkinBase therapist will resurface your skin. The treatment sloughs away dead skin cells and impurities from the treatment area. Then, with the use of a mild suction, the debris is removed, revealing the fresh, brighter skin below. This dual action will both resurface the skin and stimulate blood flow. Therefore, encouraging the skin to rejuvenate itself and produce collagen and elastin. After the treatment, your therapist will follow up with SkinBase Hydration Max moisturiser and Daily Protect SPF, to replenish and restore moisture and protect the skin.
Microdermabrasion Benefits
SkinBase Microdermabrasion has a multitude of benefits for the skin.
- Effectiveness – Microdermabrasion is an incredibly effective method of skin rejuvenation. It can help to improve the appearance of a number of skin concerns, so you can achieve fresh, healthy skin.
- Zero Recovery Time – Unlike other skin rejuvenation techniques, Microdermabrasion is non-invasive and non-surgical, so it doesn’t require any recovery time. You can get right back to your day post-treatment.
- Enhanced Product Absorption – Microdermabrasion removes the dead skin from the treatment area. Once this is gone, and pores are clear, your skin will be able to absorb your skincare products much better.
- Improved Skin Tone and Texture – After a series of microdermabrasion treatments, you should notice an improvement in the tone/texture of skin. The deep exfoliation is very effective at smoothing out fine lines, wrinkles and scarring.
- Better Skin for Longer – Microdermabrasion encourages cell renewal. Over the long term, your skin can benefit from improved elasticity, a smoother texture and reduced signs of ageing.
- Treatment Flexibility – The treatment settings are widely adjustable. Therefore, your SkinBase Therapist can tailor the treatment to your individual skin type and skin concerns.
- Everyone Can Benefit – Microdermabrasion is suitable for all skin tones and types, so everyone can benefit.
How Microdermabrasion will benefit your skin depends on your skin type, goals, and the skin concerns you wish to treat. The best way to assess whether Microdermabrasion is the treatment for you is to book a consultation with a SkinBase Therapist.
SkinBase Hydro
Both treatments are non-invasive, and are each great for a moment of relaxation. SkinBase Hydro offers a more gentle approach to skin rejuvenation. Hydro is specially designed to cleanse, exfoliate, purify, hydrate and revitalise the skin. After cleansing your skin, your SkinBase therapist will use a multi-step process of a peel and a personalised serum to address skin concerns.
The peel incorporates a natural blend of AHAs and BHAs to remove the top layer of the treatment area. Therefore, ridding the skin of dead cells and debris. This results in skin that feels instantly smoother and fresher. Once the pores are unclogged and the skin is ready, an infusion of powerful ingredients are targeted into the skin with the use of the serum. The peel and serum are each applied using a vacuum action. So, the powerful ingredients are delivered more effectively into the skin as the vacuum helps to enhance absorption and penetration. Additionally, the vacuum action also stimulates blood flow and lymphatic drainage, promoting detoxification and improving circulation.
Once the serum has absorbed, your SkinBase Therapist will follow up with the SkinBase Essentials skincare range. This locks the fantastic ingredients into your skin, and keep it protected post-treatment.
Hydro Benefits
The method and ingredients used during the Hydro treatment ensures a variety of benefits for the skin.
- Incredibly Effective – The combination of natural AHAs, BHAs and active ingredients within the peel and serums are incredibly effective, allowing you to see and feel a difference in your skin immediately.
- Flexible to Suit Individual Skin Types – The Hydro treatment is suitable for all skin tones and skin types, and can be personalised with the choice of serums to treat specific skin concerns.
- Enhanced Product Absorption – The peel solution removes dead cells and impurities off your skin, removing any barriers to absorption and enhancing the penetration of the serums during treatment, and approved skincare post-treatment.
- Suitable for the Face & Body – The Hydro treatment can be used across the face and the body, so you can treat skin concerns wherever they occur.
- Relaxing & Pain Free – Hydro is relaxing and pain free, requiring zero recovery time. So, you can return to your normal lifestyle immediately post-treatment.
- Better Skin for Longer – SkinBase Hydro is progressive, and the treatment enhances the cell renewal process, allowing better skin for longer. The quench of hydration and hardworking serums combined also work to improve the appearance of your skin over time.
How SkinBase Hydro will benefit your skin depends on your skin type, goals, and the skin concerns you wish to treat. The best way to assess whether Hydro is the treatment for you is to book a consultation with a SkinBase Therapist.
Microdermabrasion vs Hydro: Which is Best?
So Microdermabrasion vs Hydro, which is best for you? While Microdermabrasion provides an intense resurfacing, perfect for a deeper exfoliation, Hydro focuses on overall skin health, with a powerful infusion of actives and botanicals. Neither treatment is better or worse, and both provide a range of benefits for the skin. The treatment you choose will depend on your specific needs, and the skin goals you are trying to achieve. Remember, achieving healthy skin is a long term process. If you are finding it difficult to choose between the fabulous treatments, your SkinBase therapist could incorporate both into your treatment plan. Alternating the treatments can provide a more comprehensive approach to your skincare, maximising your results in the long term.
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