What is water microdermabrasion?
Also known as hydra microdermabrasion, this skin care treatment uses water jet spray to clear up the pores and break the outer layer of your skin. It is a non-invasive microdermabrasion treatment that is an amalgamation of water and oxygen to refine the texture and remove scars or blemishes.
This microdermabrasion treatment is crystal free thus making it a preferred choice as exfoliations helps in rejuvenation and has minimum side-effects if any. This is one of the best treatments for anti-ageing as it does not damage the skin and keeps it hydrated during the treatment.
The treatment of hydra microdermabrasion is suited for sensitive skin, unlike most microdermabrasion treatments. It helps to clean pores, remove blackheads and weed out whiteheads from your skin without causing any harm.
How is Hydradermabrasion performed?
The procedure is quite simple and takes about an hour for completion. Hydradermabrasion does not cause much discomfort as a result, your skin would feel relaxed and soothing.
The process:
Step 1: Water jet is infused with vitamins and minerals. This is applied through pressurised machine onto your skin. Different clinics have different types of procedures, make sure that you ask them to explain the procedure of microdermabrasion treatment before you go into the specifics.
Step 2: A saline solution is used for exfoliating your skin from dead skin cells. Exfoliation helps in rejuvenation and makes your skin appear younger and smoother. Acne scars or blemishes are erased through this procedure.
Step 3: The supersonic nozzle of the microdermabrasion machine will infuse the skin with the serum that is useful for hydrating your skin and making it look fresh and young. The jet spray may also be used as a tool to infuse your skin with vitamins, nutrients and minerals.
Are you suitable to undergo Hydradermabrasion?
Hydradermabrasion is suitable for all skin types and it can be remedial means for different types of skin conditions. You should take advantage of this advanced microdermabrasion technique if you fall under following skin types:
- Mature skin: Advanced age can reduce collagen production in your skin thus resulting in fine lines and wrinkles. Hydradermabrasion removes the outer layer of the skin that rehydrates the new skin. You will see a pronounced multiplication in collagen level thus making you appear younger and healthier. Hydradermabrasion is the best treatment for anti-ageing that is even suited to sensitive skin types.
- Oily skin: Excessive oils leads to dust settling on your skin. This can affect acne production and make your skin look dull and lifeless. Hydradermabrasion removes the grime that has settled on your skin and removes the dead skin cells making your skin appear fresh.
- Acne scar skin: Acne scars that are mild can be treated with the help of Hydradermabrasion. The method is also useful in removing blackheads and whiteheads that lead to pimples or acne. Depending on the severity of the acne scar or blemish you may be asked to undergo more than one sitting.
- Rosacea skin: Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that mostly affects people with fair skins. Typical Indian skin is less prone to developing Rosacea. The skin tends to become red and surface veins become more pronounced. It may look like acne but if you observe closely the pores are closed. Rosacea sufferers need exfoliation to clear up layers of dead skin cells and since the skin is sensitive hydradermabrasion is the perfect way to do it.
- Melasma and hyperpigmentation: Both are common skin diseases that darken the skin. Hyperpigmentation can cause discolouration randomly on your skin while melasma has a symmetrical pattern that makes your skin appear blotchy. The effect of melasma gets magnified due to excessive exposure in sun and via hormonal changes in women whereas hyperpigmentation can be caused by external factors like- blemishes, acne scarring, exposure to UV rays, eczema or psoriasis. Hydradermabrasion exfoliates your skin and lightens pigmentation caused by both these skin diseases.
Advantages of Hydradermabrasion
There are several advantages of Hydradermabrasion as a skin therapy technology. The results of this treatment for your skin are quite long lasting as compared to typical microdermabrasion. A new layer of skin develops under the dead skin cells that is fully moisturised with the help of water and gives way to a healthier and smoother skin.
The other benefits of this microdermabrasion treatment are:
- Painless: The technology of hydradermabrasion is skin friendly. It uses pressurised water to remove the top layer of your skin thus it is quite painless. This skin technology does not penetrate the depth of your skin for scar removal or blemish removal thus this painless treatment is perfect before a big event such as a wedding or an engagement.
- Safe: This microdermabrasion treatment is suitable for all skin types and does not result is swelling or redness. Since water is the basic component with which the treatment is done it is perfectly safe for the skin.
- Effective: This skin treatment removes blackheads, fine lines and wrinkles from your skin. The rough and dull skin build up over a period of time will be removed with the use of hydradermabrasion. This will help make your skin look younger and better. Additionally, your skin will be able to absorb skin care products which would make the results more effective.
- Increases collagen production: Hydradermabrasion helps to hydrate your skin and make it soft. Collagen level in your skin becomes more thus giving you a youthful appearance. Improvement in your skin and its texture is the result of collagen production.
- Short recovery: The recovery time period for this microdermabrasion treatment is less than 2 days. This means that you could take advantage of this procedure during the lunch hour of your office and go back looking youthful and rejuvenated. The shorter the recovery period the more comfort you will experience.
How to protect your skin after treatment?
To maximise the effects of microdermabrasion treatment you should follow the steps given below:
Moisturise your skin regularly
Rehydrating your skin after treatment is very important as it may feel dry. Use a moisturiser that is rich and keeps your skin hydrated. Follow this step religiously for a week as the skin would lose its tendency of drying out after that. You should also wash your face regularly with plain water and avoid any harsh chemical-based soaps.
Use anti-inflammatory creams
A few copper based skin care products rich in Vitamin A, C and E will improve your skin and reduce the inflammation caused by the treatment. Certain lotions and serums are rich in these ingredients, choose them to improve the quality of your skin.
Use soft cleanser
A gentle cleanser with no fragrance or harsh chemicals should be used. Your new skin cannot adapt to harsh chemicals immediately therefore, you should give it some time to recuperate before using a cleanser that is harsh.
Avoid pricking
You should avoid pricking or scratching your skin as dead skin cell will eradicate through the treatment of microdermabrasion. If you have the urge to itch your skin then carry Aloe Vera and apply it, this will sooth your skin and make the urge disappear.
Avoid harsh makeup
Try to apply natural makeup or avoid it altogether. Chemicals in make-up would be extremely harmful to your skin, therefore, you should use natural moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated. Don’t go for steam or sauna as your skin has been exfoliated during the treatment of microdermabrasion. Skin care products that are high in alcohol content, Retin-A, fragrances or glycolic acids should be avoided. Try to avoid facials, eye makeup, foundation or face powder for a week post hydradermabrasion treatment.
Don’t overexpose your skin to the sun
Direct sunlight can be harmful to your skin, protecting your skin after treatment is essential. Wear sunscreen when going out and re-apply after a few hours. Test the sunscreen on your skin for any kind of allergic reactions before going out in the sun. Try to keep yourself limited from sun exposure. Sport a hat and sunglasses when venturing out of the house, this will help to protect your skin from direct UV rays.
Increase intake of water
Hydradermabrasion can reduce water content from your skin. This means that you will need to rehydrate your body by increasing your liquid intake. Water is a good source for hydrating your body inside out.
Add fruits and vegetables to your diet
Your skin needs nourishment after skin therapy. You should add more vegetables and fruits to your diet while avoiding red meat and dairy products for a while. This will likely enhance the texture of your skin. Moreover, you should include vitamins and minerals in your diet to keep a healthy glow on your skin.
Detain exercising after treatment
Excessive sweating should be avoided as it may cause irritation. Don’t do strenuous exercises that will cause your skin to sweat a lot. Swimming should also be avoided as the chlorinated water may cause harm to your new skin. Let your skin breathe for a few days before resuming exercises that cause excessive sweating.
