Side Effects Of Microdermabrasion

Minor Bruising

An individual who undergoes microdermabrasion may experience minor bruising. Bruising occurs when blood vessels just underneath the skin become damaged or burst open and leak blood into the surrounding area. Thin-skinned areas like those around the lips and eyes are most likely to develop minor bruising following microdermabrasion. The damage that occurs to the blood vessels in the areas treated with this procedure is the result of a vacuum effect exerted by the microdermabrasion catheter. This vacuum on the catheter serves to suck away the debris and dead skin cells exfoliated from the individual's skin. An individual who does not have particularly thin or delicate skin and is treated by a skilled technician will usually not experience this side effect. Individuals who take certain medications such as blood thinners and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are at an increased risk of developing minor bruising due to microdermabrasion.

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