Exfoliation of skin–removal of the top layer of dead skin cells–is a very effective treatment for improving the skin’s appearance. Microdermabrasion systems are more powerful along with IPL–Intense Pulsed Light–laser skin resurfacing or chemical peels. Dermabrasion systems are more severe skin abrading methods and to understand how dermabrabrasion differs from microdermabrasion check my post under

The most common kits that have been reviewed are Susan Lucci Youthful Essence Home Microdermabrasion Kit Review and Neutrogena Microdermabrasion System Review
A mini-anatomy lesson about your skin will help you understand why microdermabrasion creams have certain ingredients and why some work better than others.

Human skin is not one uniform layer, but a complex organ–the largest organ in the body-=with three layers:

Epidermis

Dermis and

Subcutaneous tissues

The uppermost level is call the epidermis and that is the only layer that microdermabrasion affect. The epidermis produces the top layer of skin cells, which includes the topmost layer of cells that die and are replaced by younger, new ones. Microdermabrasion hones in on this layer of dead cells.

The means by which microdermabrasion improves skin is its action on the layer of dead skin cells that represent the upper layer of the epidermis. Microdermabrasion removes the cells allowing the new, youthful ones below to become visible. The old cells usually contain sun damage, debris and bacteria that give skin dull, unhealthy appearance. Their removal helps the skin look better in multiple ways.

Younger, Healthier Looking Skin

The new cells are fresh, undamaged and create a more youthful skin tone and appearance.

Reduction of Shallow Wrinkles and “Laugh Lines.”

The removal of dead skin cells and the exfoliation action stimulates the skin’s circulation, and the increased blood flow encourages the growth of collagen, essential to skin’s elasticity and appearance.

Diminished Stretch Marks

The gradual removal of skin layers, especially after multiple microdermabrasion treatments, reduces the height and improves the appearance of stretch marks.

Renewal of the Dermis’ Elasticity

The skin’s elasticity depends on skin tissues and fibers that connect the skin. Microdermabrasion helps stimulate renewal and production of these fibers, rejuvenating the skin’s appearance.

Recent improvements have made these microdermabrasion treatments more effective, although many feel more comfortable letting experts at spa’s use their professional products. You can probably pick out the best at home microdermabrasion product for your personal skin issues with just a little additional research. These products are safe to use, very user friendly and achieve wonderful improvements to skin health, appearance and elasticity without need of invasive, surgical interventions