How to Use microdermabrasion in a Sentence

microdermabrasion

noun
  • Think: microdermabrasion, a light peel, and LED light therapy to slough some of that dry skin off and start fresh.
    Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2019
  • Some mighty microdermabrasion will blast away that tired top layer of skin.
    Monica Corcoran Harel, Marie Claire, 31 Oct. 2019
  • It’s not a bad idea either to keep these beauty tools on deck for calming skin after any peels or microdermabrasion treatments.
    Glamour, 14 Jan. 2022
  • According to Allure, the facial then starts with a round of microdermabrasion before that plasma (known as PRP, or platelet-rich plasma) is applied back to your face in mask-form.
    Emma Sarran Webster, Teen Vogue, 14 Sep. 2018
  • So here’s to all the ladies who felt compelled to pick up their lipstick tubes, mascara wands, jade rollers, microdermabrasion kits and edge control gel this week in honor of hallowing our beauty.
    Shalwah Evans, Essence, 19 June 2020
  • The combined benefits of a chemical peel and microdermabrasion in a hydrating base of hyaluronic acid and squalane.
    Fiorella Valdesolo, WSJ, 5 Apr. 2022
  • First, Gabrielle cleaned my skin and then began dry microdermabrasion (a teensy exfoliating vacuum) to slough of dead skin cells on my face, arms, and legs.
    Katheryn Erickson, Town & Country, 16 Feb. 2014
  • Divided into three steps — microdermabrasion, laser toning, and a mild chemical peel — the facial takes less than half an hour.
    Aleksandra Crapanzano, Marie Claire, 20 Dec. 2012
  • But like all products, not every at-home microdermabrasion device is created the same.
    Braelyn Wood, Health.com, 11 Sep. 2019
  • This device is designed to deliver microdermabrasion technology to the skin on the body, for a glowing skin refresh.
    Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 6 Dec. 2023
  • The first step is microdermabrasion, which removes dead cells and surface dirt, Next, micro-current technology drains puffiness, lifts and tightens the face.
    Hanna Flanagan, PEOPLE.com, 15 Sep. 2021
  • As a rule, any services using dermabrasion, microdermabrasion, radiofrequency, or lasers also could cause the filler to spread out.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 July 2023
  • And give yourself an at-home facial for less with deals on Foreo facial cleansing brushes and PMD personal microdermabrasion machines.
    Chelsea Stone, CNN Underscored, 4 Nov. 2020
  • Derms can prescribe Rx bleaching creams, administer laser therapies, microdermabrasion and more to help erase dark spots.
    Adele Jackson-Gibson, Good Housekeeping, 8 Nov. 2021
  • Following a quick cleanse and lymphatic drainage, Elena performs microdermabrasion, which involves the use of crystals to deeply exfoliate and brighten the face.
    Kate Branch, Vogue, 30 June 2018
  • There are ways to manage the redness from cumulative sun damage, including a prescription retinoid cream, microdermabrasion, intense pulsed light, and laser treatments, the AAD says.
    Vanessa Caceres, SELF, 26 July 2019
  • Prep your skin by avoiding retinol products, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion.
    Jasmine Gomez, Women's Health, 21 June 2023
  • Elder suggests trying a microdermabrasion cream followed by a moisturizer a few times a week to keep dehydrated skin at bay.
    Cassie Shortsleeve, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Jan. 2017
  • Meanwhile, a soothing Ayurvedic massage will reboot body and mind, and a microdermabrasion, laser-toning, and chemical-peeling facial (favored by Angelina Jolie) promises to turn back the clock.
    Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2019
  • The club also has a team of doctors and specialists who can help with anti-aging treatments including botox, peels, fillers, microdermabrasion and an assortment of laser treatments, as well as IV therapies.
    Josh Duboff, Vanities, 15 May 2017
  • For a mild yet effective treatment, Dr. Wechsler suggests exfoliating with a brown sugar scrub, microdermabrasion (a device that gently sands down and softens the skin), or urea gels.
    Talia Abbas, SELF, 7 Apr. 2018
  • Directly following a spa cleansing and microdermabrasion my face broke out.
    Shalwah Evans, Essence, 30 Jan. 2020
  • At-home microdermabrasion treatments are available and can be effective, but Dr. Green warns against being too aggressive with at-home treatments, which can cause redness, inflammation, and bruising.
    Myranda Mondry, Allure, 7 Sep. 2023
  • Other popular choices mentioned in the report: soft-tissue fillers, chemical peels, laser hair removal and microdermabrasion.
    Linda Searing, Washington Post, 10 Mar. 2018
  • Professional facials and removals or microdermabrasion treatments can remove dead cells and sebum that cause blackheads.
    Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 29 Apr. 2023
  • This microdermabrasion device comes at the recommendation of Dr. Garshick.
    Addison Aloian, Women's Health, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Chemical peels can be combined with other services such as dermaplaning and microdermabrasion.
    Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 16 May 2018
  • Doing treatments such as microdermabrasion and chemical peels can help to exfoliate outer dead skin cells, which may potentially help to reduce the risk of harmful skin cells growing and accumulating over time.
    Greg Emmanuel, Essence, 17 Aug. 2022
  • Doctors have long touted the technique to help rejuvenate skin for women from their thirties to their sixties, describing it as a step up from microdermabrasion, an alternative that's not as intense, agonizing, or costly as lasers.
    Kari Molvar, Town & Country, 30 Aug. 2013
  • The tiny bumps can be combated with treatments like chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or topical retinoid creams, as dermatologist Sandra Lee (a.k.a.
    Kaleigh Fasanella, Allure, 18 Oct. 2017

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