Microdermabrasion/ Chemical Peel

Acid · 10-03-2004

i just wondered if anyone has or knows anyone who's had microdermabrasion or chemical peels before?

im having my first micro-d next week and i wanna make sure im not making a big mistake

thanks

tott · 10-03-2004

Funny that Acid should ask about acid chemical peels... :P

I've heard microderm is great, gives a flawless appearance. I've also heard that it messes with your skin if you have it done regularly for too long, it destroys your skins natural surface, sort of. Don't know if it's true?

I've actually considered chemical peeling or something, because my face is scarred here and there from chicken pox I contracted when I was about 28; I think I scratched the blisters in my sleep or something...

As You Like It · 10-03-2004

I've been wondering about this, myself. I have godawful acne scarring on my back, but I also still have active acne...got a couple of mad painful spots right at the moment. I really should see a dermatologist, but my insurance charges me $40 co-pay to go to a specialist, plus a regular $20 office charge to get referred to the specialist. Therefore, I guess I have to remain spotty. *grumble*

Let me know how it goes, though. I may look into this sometime, after I get my student loan chiselled down a little more or something.

tealady · 10-03-2004

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Originally posted by Acid@Mar 10th, 2004 - 2:33 pm
i just wondered if anyone has or knows anyone who's had microdermabrasion or chemical peels before?

im having my first micro-d next week and i wanna make sure im not making a big mistake

thanks

I haven't had either but I must say, it seems you're awfully young for this, Sean. Be sure you ask a lot of questions and that the benefits outweigh the risks. And there are always risks. Are you getting this done in a dermatologist's office?

Acid · 11-03-2004

im going to a skin specialist company
i had a consultation yesturday and the woman did a little bit on my arm to show me what its like. i think its gonna be quite painful

strawberry daiquiri · 11-03-2004

Is that like what Neve Campbell had in The Craft?

tgp · 11-03-2004

I have heard that if ouy go to someone good-the results can be really great. good luck

banana · 11-03-2004

I think you have to think about how bad your scarring is, and if it's worth the pain of getting rid of it. I had some pretty bad acne scarring when I was about your age and now it's mostly gone except for a few big pores. I'm 22 by the way.

Acid · 11-03-2004

i dont have any scars, i just have annoying skin which i can never get perfect, so im gonna get micro-d to super buff it

i just wondered if anyone has heard any bad things about it......like aging skin faster or uneven patches

lele · 11-03-2004

my mom had micro derm done and LOVED it and her skin looks fab and is so soft.

ps she said it felt great like a nice scrub... i am going to get it done now!

Julie Michele · 11-03-2004

I have micorderm every month or so and love it. It really helps even skin tone and hyperpigmentation if you have any. It's gentle compared to a chemical peel, which I've never had but I understand that if you do it you have to be extra careful if you have sensitive skin, and then careful of sun exposure.

christilynn · 20-03-2004

How much does it cost?

Alejandro · 20-03-2004

It depends, Chemical peels, by personal experience, they oscilate between 500 to 600 dollars

Amélie · 21-03-2004

hey if you get it done you should post before and after pictures...i suppose it has an overall affect on what your skin looks like...would love to see

jwallace7 · 21-03-2004

I have really bad acne scarred skin (everywhere) and on top of it, I'm malato with light skin. So my skin is very uneven with brown spots from scarring. I purchased a at-home microdermabrasion and chemical peel. I saw it on tv. I've been using the peel once a week, the micro, maybe 2-3 times a week. Micro is gentle depending on how much pressure you use on your face. The peel, up to you on how long you leave it on. I have noticed a really big difference in the reduction of scars and even skin. It may take a month or so, but it is cheaper and does work. I am pleased, considering that I'm 30 and have had scars and acne since I was 13. My face has also cleared. Some break outs here and there. U can use it anywhere.

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Acid yes Join Date: Jun 2002 Gender: homme Posts: 12,508	Microdermabrasion/ Chemical Peel i just wondered if anyone has or knows anyone who's had microdermabrasion or chemical peels before? im having my first micro-d next week and i wanna make sure im not making a big mistake thanks

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tott slightly dizzy Join Date: Aug 2002 Gender: homme Posts: 4,261	Funny that Acid should ask about acid chemical peels... :P I've heard microderm is great, gives a flawless appearance. I've also heard that it messes with your skin if you have it done regularly for too long, it destroys your skins natural surface, sort of. Don't know if it's true? I've actually considered chemical peeling or something, because my face is scarred here and there from chicken pox I contracted when I was about 28; I think I scratched the blisters in my sleep or something... __________________ What a strange power there is in clothing. Isaac Bashevis Singer

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As You Like It Proponent of Plaid Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Kansas City, MO Gender: femme Posts: 2,922	I've been wondering about this, myself. I have godawful acne scarring on my back, but I also still have active acne...got a couple of mad painful spots right at the moment. I really should see a dermatologist, but my insurance charges me $40 co-pay to go to a specialist, plus a regular $20 office charge to get referred to the specialist. Therefore, I guess I have to remain spotty. grumble Let me know how it goes, though. I may look into this sometime, after I get my student loan chiselled down a little more or something. __________________ It came from out-of-space!

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Acid yes Join Date: Jun 2002 Gender: homme Posts: 12,508	im going to a skin specialist company i had a consultation yesturday and the woman did a little bit on my arm to show me what its like. i think its gonna be quite painful

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strawberry daiquiri seagreen serenades Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Montreal/Dublin Gender: femme Posts: 13,712	Is that like what Neve Campbell had in The Craft?

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tgp fashion elite Join Date: May 2003 Location: Austin, TX Gender: femme Posts: 2,942	I have heard that if ouy go to someone good-the results can be really great. good luck

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banana backstage pass Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 959	I think you have to think about how bad your scarring is, and if it's worth the pain of getting rid of it. I had some pretty bad acne scarring when I was about your age and now it's mostly gone except for a few big pores. I'm 22 by the way.

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lele fashion insider Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 2,037	my mom had micro derm done and LOVED it and her skin looks fab and is so soft. ps she said it felt great like a nice scrub... i am going to get it done now!

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Julie Michele scenester Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Posts: 64	I have micorderm every month or so and love it. It really helps even skin tone and hyperpigmentation if you have any. It's gentle compared to a chemical peel, which I've never had but I understand that if you do it you have to be extra careful if you have sensitive skin, and then careful of sun exposure.

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christilynn front row Join Date: Dec 2003 Gender: femme Posts: 356	How much does it cost?

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Alejandro & b Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: MIAMI Gender: homme Posts: 14,092	It depends, Chemical peels, by personal experience, they oscilate between 500 to 600 dollars __________________ Homosexuality is God's way of insuring that the truly gifted aren't burdened with children.

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Amélie tfs star Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Perth, Western Australia, Australia Gender: femme Posts: 1,782	hey if you get it done you should post before and after pictures...i suppose it has an overall affect on what your skin looks like...would love to see

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jwallace7 windowshopping Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 9	I have really bad acne scarred skin (everywhere) and on top of it, I'm malato with light skin. So my skin is very uneven with brown spots from scarring. I purchased a at-home microdermabrasion and chemical peel. I saw it on tv. I've been using the peel once a week, the micro, maybe 2-3 times a week. Micro is gentle depending on how much pressure you use on your face. The peel, up to you on how long you leave it on. I have noticed a really big difference in the reduction of scars and even skin. It may take a month or so, but it is cheaper and does work. I am pleased, considering that I'm 30 and have had scars and acne since I was 13. My face has also cleared. Some break outs here and there. U can use it anywhere.