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The Facts on Anti-Aging Products and Treatments

Microdermabrasion is the newest treatment to enter the anti-aging arena. Basically the skin is polished. In a more scientific explanation, a hand held device emits crystals on the surface of the skin, reducing fine lines, crow’s feet, discoloration, and acne scars. It stimulates the production of skin cells and collagen.

Treatments range from 30 minutes to 1 hour; for best results it is recommended that a person receive between 5 and 12 treatments, spaced 2 to 3 weeks apart. Many times a chemical peel is combined with this treatment to increase effectiveness. However, many individuals find this procedure painful and it is very expensive. But if you’re one of those individuals whom have skin sensitivity issues, this is a chemical-free procedure that works well.

In recent years, the “at-home” microderabrasion creams and resurfacing tools have become popular, these are less expensive and claim to reduce and erase sun damage, pore sizes, fine lines, discoloration, and firms up the skin.

Many consumers decide to play chemist with their skin and experiment with different anti-aging treatments. Pharmacists at drug stores can help you determine if certain ingredients can have adverse effects when mixed with other ingredients. So can your family physician or a dermatologist. It’s better to be safe then sorry. No matter what choices you make to fight off those fine lines; remember to follow the recommended applications. With any cream or treatment, routine use over time is the key too successful results.

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