Hi Aaron – home microdermabrasion kits that are sold online can be suspect in terms of effectiveness, and can sometimes cause more harm than good in the hands of someone who is unfamiliar with it’s usage (broken capillaries, scarring, pigmentation problems, infection, pitting of the skin etc).
It can be a useful adjunct (meaning to complement the therapy you receive from your doctor) in certain situations, all of which require you to visit a doctor first for assessment and initial treatment.
You didn’t mention what you wanted microdermabrasion for – if it’s just for skin turn over/rejuvenation, some topical products can work as well, eg.
- Alpha hydroxy acids
- Beta hydroxy acids
- Vitamin A (retinals/retinaldyhydes,retin-A, etc.)
If you intend it to treat acne scars, then I’d definitely recommend having the treatment at a dermatologist instead, as he will be able to provide a much more customised and effective solution for your skin type.
Even if you are adamant at DIYing at home, it’s still a good idea to bring your device down to let your doctor have a look at it, as well as to familiarise yourself with the process of microdermabrasion via a couple of doctor-performed sessions first.
Cheers
