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CRYSTAL MICRODERMABRASION
Crystal microdermabrasion is a treatment that utilizes fine, inert micro-crystals to abrade the skin's surface, resulting in a smoother, more youthful appearance. Because of its versatility and efficiency, it's the preferred microdermabrasion method in most salons and spas.
Problems with Crystals
The main complaint beauty therapists have with crystal microdermabrasion is that the tubes have a tendency to clog in a humid climate. This is
usually the result of a flaw in the type of microdermabrasion machine they use, not in the concept of crystal microdermabrasion.
A well designed microdermabrasion machine will include an in-built humidifier, which prevents the crystals from coagulating. When the therapist selects the abrade function, the crystals are expelled from the machine in a clear shot. They're not lumpy or moist so they won't damage the surface of the client's skin.
It's important to achieve a smooth abrasion of the skin. Even if there's only a small amount of moisture on the client's skin, the machine can vacuum it into the tube. If the moisture enters the tube that delivers the crystals, it will infuse the crystals and make them into hard little balls, so when they jet across the skin, they will abrade in chunks instead of functioning like a fine, smooth sheet.
Apart from the damage to the client's skin, moist crystals can also impair the efficiency of
the machine. They lodge in the tube and cause a blockage, so the therapist needs to pull the tubes apart and remove the plug. It's time consuming and inconvenient, so it's important for therapists to use a machine that circumvents this problem.
Crystals vs Diamond Heads
Because
of the moisture issue with crystals, many therapists opt for microdermabrasion machines with diamond heads. A diamond head consists of crushed diamonds embedded into the tip of the wand used to abrade the skin. This works well with minor skin problems as it provides an effective superficial abrade.
But if you suffer from more severe skin problems, such as acne, scarring, major discoloration and pigmentation, crystals are a better choice. With a crystal head, the therapist can adjust the settings of the machine to deliver a higher concentration of crystals, resulting in a deeper abrade.
The other major benefit of using crystals is the hygenic advantage. Once the crystals have performed their abrasive function, they are vacuumed
off the skin and deposited into a storage container for later disposal. Each batch of crystals is pure and uncontaminated. A diamond head is a permanent component of a microdermabrasion machine, and is therefore used on large numbers of clients throughout its lifespan. It must be thoroughly cleaned between clients. Hygiene considerations are particularly important when treating clients with acne and other skin breakouts.
To learn more about the crystals used in microdermabrasion, visit crystal microdermabrasion.
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