Microdermabrasion is the treatment of imperfect skin by the removal of the topmost layer of skin, thus making it more supple and vibrant. New Appeal ™ Microdermabrasion removes this layer of skin by polishing it with fine natural diamond chips and vacuuming the dead skin in a controlled manner. Removing dead skin leaves a smoother surface that promotes new growth. Microdermabrasion is similar to a chemical peel treatment in its results but without the effects of burning, irritation and skin reaction.
The New Appeal™ Microdermabrader can treat skin imperfections such as age spots, sun-damaged skin, acne, pigmentation marks, and fine wrinkles.
Microdermabrasion treatment is administered by a esthetician. The length of the treatment and number of treatments is dependent on skin type and condition. The skin is polished and not broken which can lead to bleeding. This non-invasive treatment can be completed in a short period of time and without pain. This treatment is ideal for people on the go. There is no "downtime" from work or social activities. The results are gradual but highly effective for clearer, healthier looking skin.
At Pure Reflection, we combine this treatment with an Oxygen Facial to achieve maximum results.
Dermabrasion is a technique traced back to the Egyptians. Kings and queens used alabaster and pumice to remove blemishes and rough spots to make the skin smooth and soft. The New Appeal™ Microdermabrader and DiamondTone™ wands are a twenty-first century technology to apply this millennia old technique.
In the mid-90’s a technique using aluminum oxide powder for dermabrasion was developed in Italy. The process uses vacuum and a small orifice to accelerate the powder. Aluminum oxide abrades the skin and the vacuum cleans out blocked pores. The downside is that aluminum oxide is left imbedded in the skin, and floating around in the air; and there is a significant volume of material to dispose of after the procedure. The crystals are also left in the hair and clothes of both the patient and clinician.
To solve these problems, Altair has developed a new instrument for microdermabrasion. The heart of the system is the DiamondTome™ wands.
Constructed of stainless steel and coated with natural diamond chips, the wands are a break through in a medical grade device.
The degree of abrasion is determined by the grit size and the vacuum pressure you select. If the fine wand (75 micron) and a moderate vacuum pressure is not adequate, you can use the medium grit or even the coarse wand (125 micron). The vacuum pressure controls the pressure of the skin against the diamond chips.
To achieve uniform results when using abrasive powders (aluminum oxide and salts) the clinician must use a smooth and uniform motion with the hand piece. Pausing in one place or different speed across the skin surface will effect the depth of abrasion. Speed and pauses do not control the depth of abrasion with the DiamondTome. The amount of abrasion is determined by the diamond chip size and vacuum setting.
When the procedure is completed, clean-up is simple. Clean the wand in a detergent with a brush or ultrasonic cleaner. Dispose of the collection filter with your bio-hazards. The tubing can be washed.
There are no crystals to change, filters to be back-flushed or canisters to be refilled.
In preparation for the next procedure, the wands are steam sterilized. The wands are reusable. The natural diamond chips are almost indestructible.
The indications for use are based on a reasonable treatment pattern. Six to eight visits spaced two weeks apart are common with a maintenance treatment every three months.
We are getting some outstanding results on our clients who follow our recommended program. Call us for details.
To schedule an appointment to discuss these treatments or to start improving your skin today, call
(828) 345-1290.
| Costs of Treatments | |
| MicroFacial | $135 |
| Series of Six
Treatments* (Recommended for best results.) |
$650 |
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$135 for first five treatments, sixth treatment free. |
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| Follow-up MicroFacial (Recommended one to three months after Treatment Series.) | $135 |
*Treatments must be all taken within a specified time frame determined at the time of your first visit. This is a program to encourage our clients who need microdermabrasion to take enough of the treatments in a short enough time frame to receive maximum benefits. This is not a "special" and you cannot lengthen the time frame or use past treatments unless they too fall within the specified time frames.
