Diamond microdermabrasion relies on microdermabrasion tips covered in tiny diamonds to perform skin exfoliation. When the diamond microdermabrasion tip makes contact with the skin it abrades against the top layer pulling it off. The microdermabrasion machine then sucks the loose dead skin cells away from the face. Otherwise, diamond and crystal microdermabrasion peel procedures are exactly the same in that the treatment provider passes the wand over each area of your skin three times.
One advantage of diamond crystal free microdermabrasion is that the dead skin cells are accumulated onto a cotton filter and you can see exactly what was removed from your skin after the treatment is finished.
Diamond microdermabrasion tips can be natural but are usually synthetic because of the lower costs. The diamonds on the microdermabrasion tip are actually thousands of tiny diamond particles which are uniformly sized. Diamond microdermabrasion machines come with an assortment of tips of varying sizes. The appropriate diamond tip to use depends on the patient’s individual skin condition:
By having more choice in which diamond tip to use, diamond microdermabrasion offers greater customisation of treatment. Diamond microdermabrasion machines can come with anywhere between 2 – 9 different microdermabrasion tips.
Diamond microdermabrasion tips are not disposable which means great care has to be taken in cleaning them between treatments. Diamond microdermabrasion tips are sterilised in steam, alcohol or UV light.
Traditional microdermabrasion blasts microdermabrasion crystals onto the skin to perform exfoliation. Diamond microdermabrasion relies on suction in combination with the diamond tips to exfoliate. Increasing the suction makes the microdermabrasion process stronger and suitable for treating old stretch marks or deeper acne scars. Higher suction levels can be used on body skin because it is less sensitive than facial< ;fo face="Arial" nt=""> skin.
Suction also has the added benefit of stimulating collagen and elastin as well as increasing blood flow to the skin. This provides an instantly revived complexion and healthy glow, while collagen and elastin work to build stronger and more youthful skin.
Diamond microdermabrasion is similar to crystal microdermabrasion in the following areas:
Cost
Some advocates of diamond microdermabrasion claim that it is more effective than crystal microdermabrasion; however, on average results appear to be very similar.
Both crystal and diamond microdermabrasion take about 30 minutes to complete a single procedure, and patients will require the same number of treatments to get the same results with both types of microdermabrasion
Diamond and crystal microdermabrasion are both appealing because the patient can return to their daily activities immediately after treatment. Costs of diamond microdermabrasion for the patient are the same as crystal microdermabrasion.
Diamond microdermabrasion advantages
The main advantage of diamond microdermabrasion is the absence of crystals that are associated with negative side effects. Some patients of crystal microdermabrasion complain of temporary soreness, redness and dryness of the skin after treatment. However, side effects often have more to do with the patient’s skin type than harmful properties of crystals. People with sensitive skin will probably experience side effects even with diamond microdermabrasion.
One certain advantage of diamond microdermabrasion is that there is no risk of microdermabrasion crystals getting stuck inside skin pores as can sometimes happen.
The appeal of diamond microdermabrasion over crystal microdermabrasion lies mainly with treatment providers. A few advantages of diamond microdermabrasion include:
People who some into contact with aluminium oxide crystals regularly over prolonged periods sometimes complain of symptoms such as itchy eyes, sore throats, headaches and respiratory problems. While inhaling crystals can cause respiratory problems, if the microdermabrasion treatment is performed correctly this shouldn’t ever happened.
Diamond microdermabrasion machines are cheaper to maintain because they don’t rely on a continuous supply of microdermabrasion crystals. Diamond microdermabrasion tips are reusable and need only be sterilised between uses which is much cheaper.
Because diamond microdermabrasion machines have no need for crystal cartridges or an air pump to deliver the crystals to the skin they are smaller. This makes them easier to store or even travel with enabling treatment at home.
2)Crystal peeling microdermabrasion
Micr odermabrasion crystals are the key ingredient in the microdermabrasion process that are responsible for exfoliating your facial or body skin. Crystals are usually bought in large quantities and loaded into cartridges that fit onto the microdermabrasion equipment. When the machine is turned on the microdermabrasion crystals are fed from the cartridge into the microdermabrasion tubing, wand and tip until they make contact with your skin.
Microdermabrasion crystals are then sucked back into the machine and deposited in another cartridge before being disposed of.
Performing microdermabrasion with aluminium oxide crystals isn’t dangerous if your treatment provider is trained and you follow some basic safety precautions:
- Cover nostrils
- Cover eyes
Nostrils need only be covered when microdermabrasion crystals are being applied near the nose. Your eyes should be closed and covered throughout the entire microdermabrasion treatment.
Aluminium oxide microdermabrasion crystals
Aluminium oxide is a natural metal compound found in the earth. Although aluminium oxide can come in a variety of different colours including red and green, the crystals used in microdermabrasion are almost always white and sometimes brown. Aluminium oxide crystals or corundum crystals as they are sometimes known in the microdermabrasion industry possess several special qualities which make them particularly good for microdermabrasion:
- Hard
- Rough
- Cheap
- Light
- Anti- bacterial
Aluminium oxide is one of the hardest known materials, second only to diamonds. In fact, jewels such as rubies and sapphires are actually forms of aluminium oxide. This hardness makes them well suited for microdermabrasion as they are strong enough to be blasted onto the skin without fragmenting.
Aluminium oxide crystals used in microdermabrasion have rough jagged surfaces. This makes them excellent for abrading against and exfoliating the top layer of facial skin.
Aluminium oxide microdermabrasion crystals are cheap which makes it easy to buy them in large quantities.
Microdermabrasion crystals made from aluminium oxide are much lighter than other metallic crystals. This means they can be blasted through microdermabrasion machines easily without applying too much air pressure.
The anti- bacterial properties of aluminium oxide microdermabrasion crystals make them particularly effective at treating acne.< /p>
Choosing microdermabrasion crystals
If you are considering professional microdermabrasion treatment with aluminium oxide crystals, whether it’s for acne scars or stretch marks, you’ll want to ask your microdermabrasion clinic about:
The purity of microdermabrasion crystals is an important part of the treatment. Microdermabrasion crystals should be at least 99.4% pure. Microdermabrasion crystals usually contain tiny amounts of other material such as silica which remain in the crystals despite a lengthy purification process to make them fit for microdermabrasion purposes. This involves melting and re crystallising the aluminium oxide up to eight times.
Size is the other important factor in using microdermabrasion crystals. Crystals between 100-120 microns are considered good for microdermabrasion. The larger the size of microdermabrasion crystal the more harsh the process will be. A professional who has received microdermabrasion training will be able to select the best crystal size to suit your individual needs based on your condition.
Microdermabrasion crystals risks
Although there has been some recent controversy in the microdermabrasion industry regarding the safety of aluminium oxide, the traditional belief has been these microdermabrasion crystals are safe because they are non toxic and there is no possibility of a chemical reaction with the skin.
The main risk associated with aluminium oxide microdermabrasion crystals is the possibility of accidental inhalation which may cause some temporary respiratory problems. However, professional microdermabrasion is designed to be closed circuit, which means that the microdermabrasion crystals should never be let into the air around you. The only chance of this happening is if your microdermabrasion treatment provider makes a mistake which is rare.
The main source of controversy surrounding aluminium oxide microdermabrasion crystals is that a number of practitioners complain of symptoms such as itchy eyes and throat, breathing problems or headaches. While the jury is still out on this one, it’s important to remember that only people who come into regular prolonged contact with these microdermabrasion crystals have made these complaints. If you are a patient considering a few treatments, don’t let the microdermabrasion crystals put you off.
Sodium bicarbonate microdermabrasion crystals
Sodium bicarbonate is increasingly being seen as an alternative to traditional metal based microdermabrasion crystals. Proponents of sodium bicarbonate microdermabrasion crystals point to a number of benefits:
- Organic
- Water soluble
- Neutral ph balance
- Soothing
- Antiseptic
Sodium bicarbonate microdermabrasion crystals are organic which means once it’s disposed of it decomposes naturally. While this doesn’t give you better skin it’s helpful for the environment
Microdermabrasion crystals made from Sodium bicarbonate are water soluble. This means if you have any stuck on your face after the microdermabrasion treatment, you can just wash them off.
The neutral ph balance of these microdermabrasion crystals means they will not irritate the skin. In fact sodium bicarbonate has soothing qualities which will make your skin feel better.
Similar to traditional microdermabrasion crystals, sodium bicarbonate crystals possess antiseptic qualities helping to kill off bacteria that contribute to acne.
It’s important to remember that despite it’s chemical sounding name, sodium bicarbonate is actually baking soda, which we use in our toothpaste every day!
Aluminium Vs Sodium microdermabrasion crystals
No definitive comparative studies have been carried out between these two microdermabrasion crystals making it impossible to say one is better. Aluminium and sodium microdermabrasion crystals each have their advantages:
Sodium microdermabrasion crystals are lighter. This means it takes less air pressure to deliver them to the skin. Too much air pressure can contribute to post treatment redness and soreness.
Aluminium oxide microdermabrasion crystals are harder, which indicates that they may be more suitable for heavy microdermabrasion treatment such as deep acne scars.
Diamond Peel Versus Crystal Microderm Abrasion
Of the three microdermabrasion treatments I've had done over the last years, the third one was with a diamond machine (the spa was running a special promotion). Crystal-free microdermabrasion (aka diamond peeling) was virtually unknown when I had my first facial microderm abrasion, but I see that more and more spas and medical clinics now prefer it over the regular crystal machines.
Basically, the crystals are replaced by microbrasion wands with diamond tips (either natural or synthetic). Diamond is actually four times harder than corundum crystals so, I asked myself, how can something this hard be used on your face? And if it is safe, are diamonds better than aluminum oxide or sodium bicarbonate micro-crystals?
Most doctors agree that aluminum oxide is not dangerous when ingested and is safe for use with skin resurfacing treatments (specifically microderm abrasion) but there is a great deal of controversy in the medical community about its side effects. But there is another factor to consider.
Companies producing and selling microderm abrasion machines and kits are in a constant struggle to win market share in the increasingly competitive skin rejuvenation industry. They have to be proactive and set new trends in order to increase their profits.
For the sake of both perceived safety and effectiveness, crystal micro dermabrasion machines (with aluminum oxide or sodium bicarbonate crystals) are slowly being phased out and replaced with diamond micro dermabration machines.
Companies make great efforts to prove that diamond peeling is safer for us, patients and easier to use for doctors. But diamond tips can, in theory, cause skin damage because they are that much harder (there is no evidence to back up these claims, though).
What Is The Difference Between Crystal And Diamond Micro Abrasion?
The regular crystal micro dermabrasion technology involves the use of a special, hand-held device that propels a high-speed flow of aluminum oxide crystals onto the skin. At the same time, the machine's vacuum system sucks away dirt, dead cells and used crystals.
The diamond derm abrasion system, on the other hand, replaces the micro-crystal flow with a disposable or reusable diamond tip wand. Areas closer to the eyes and mouth can be abraded more accurately with diamond abrasion (no risk of stray crystals causing damage or being ingested). Other than that, crystal-free microdermabration works in the same way traditional microabrasion does.
Diamond microderm machines usually come with tipped wands of varied size and coarseness for different skin types and depths of resurfacing. The wand tip is made of natural diamond chips which polish the skin and remove dead cells, which are then vacuumed back into a waste filter. Many professionals prefer natural diamond tips because they are easier to control and don't irritate the skin (natural minerals are less likely to trigger adverse reactions).
Microdermabrasion Crystals
Aluminum oxide crystals have been the most commonly used abrasive agent for the last 20 years (no wonder they were so popular in microdermabrasion). Aluminum oxide is the second hardest mineral (diamonds are first).
The irregular crystal shape makes them a more effective abrader. Aluminum oxide is also an inert material and it causes no allergic or adverse reactions. It is not toxic when ingested and is non-carcinogenic.
Sodium bicarbonate crystals are an organic alternative to aluminum oxide crystals but they are a lot softer and less effective in microderma abrasion. They are used on patients with hyperpigmentation and can be easily washed off after treatment (sodium bicarbonate is water-soluble).
Diamond Microdermabrasion (Crystal-Free)
Crystal-free tips and natural diamond tips are easier to use and unlikely to leave tiny particles in the eyes, nose or mouth. But a crystal-free micro dermabrasion machine isn't completely safe.
Bacteria from exfoliated skin stays on the tip and can be unknowingly spread to another areas of the face or body. Diamond tip microdermabrasion is also not as effective on irregular surfaces because there are no crystals to fit the exact irregularities of the skin.
Which To Choose? Regular Microderm Abrasion Or Diamond Tip Peeling
Both are just as effective, from what I could tell, and the price is similar (between $75 and $200 per abrasion). Diamond microdermabrasion needs a more significant, upfront investment but it doesn't use a fresh supply of crystals after every treatment, which is why spas and surgeries can offer it at a similar price.
I suppose the only real reason to consider a diamond peel instead of the regular micodermabrasion is the lack of stray crystals. After having tried both diamond tipped micro dermabrasion and the regular kind, I believe the choice is a matter of personal preference. I cannot say whether diamond microderm was more effective than the regular microdemabrasion (a microscope would probably favor one over the other) but I was equally happy with the results.
Next, some of the microderm products I've tried.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Micro Dermabrasion Dangerous If I Have African American Skin?
A: Office microdermibrasion machine is appropriate for all skin colors (including African American skin ) because this procedure sandblasts only the outermost skin layer which is made of dead skin cells. There's no damage to live tissue which could cause scarring or severe irritation. The exfoliation process involved in office microdermabasion helps the skin renew itself quicker and more effectively.
Q: Does Microdermbrasion Make Sun Spots Go Away?
A: Microdermasion machine removes the outermost layer of the skin by sandblasting it with a jet of micro crystals. During the procedure, part of the pigment is physically eliminated and, at the same time, collagen production is stimulated so that your skin regains its density and elasticity. After 6 to 12 microdermabrastion treatments, smaller sun spots are entirely removed while larger ones fade significantly.
Q: Can You See A Difference After The First Micro Dermabration?
A: Yes, results are visible after the first microdermabra. especially if we are talking about office microdermal abrasion which is more effective than at-home sets. Best results are obtained after 6 to 12 sessions (depending on your expectations and severity of skin imperfections), respectively one month of use for one of the home micro dermabration kit.
Q: How Deep Can Microbrasion Go?
A: Micro derma brasion abrades the outer layer of the skin (about 10-20 microns of skin cells). This layer is only made of dead skin cells which is why this procedure is not considered to be invasive.
Q: What Happens To Your Skin After Microderma?
A: First, clean your face immediately with a wet microdermabrasia cloth and hydrating toner to remove micro crystals residue and dead skin cells. Once the skin has dried completely, apply a rich moisturizer across the treated area. Continue to apply the moisturizer for 4-6 days to protect your face from excessive exfoliation. Don't leave the house without applying a generous amount of sunscreen. If you want to speed up the recovery process, you can use copper based lotions (to heal the skin), Vitamin A, C and E formulas (to increase skin elasticity) and thermal water absorbing cloths (to calm down any swellings or itchiness).
Q: How Can Micro Dermabrasion Help Restore Skin Complexion?
A: This procedure exfoliates the top layer of skin which consists of dead skin cells. Micro dermal abrasion set stimulates collagen production, essential to healthy skin and also evens out skin texture and tone.
Q: How Good Is Microabrasion On Your Feet?
A: OTC derma microabrasion systems can be used on your feet as long as it's especially formulated as a body microderm abrasion tool. Using a face microdermabration set on your feet will not have the desired result because it's much too mild to have a significant effect on your feet. Office microabrasions is not suitable for use on the feet because the skin is too thin in that area. However, having microabrasion on your heels should work but better ask your doctor first.
Q: Can You Go To Work After Micro Derm Abrasion?
A: Yes, you can return to work immediately after having microdermabration. The mild redness on your skin will disappear in a few hours.
Q: Is Micro Abrasion Effective For Men?
A: Men can use microdermabrasian just as women can. The procedure and results are the same, there are no side effects or risks. The procedure and results are the same, there are no side effects or risks.
Q: Microderm Is It Good For Acne Scarring?
A: By removing the top layer of the skin, professional micro abrasion diminishes or even removes superficial acne scarring. Deeper acne scarring require a more invasive procedure, like a deep chemical peel or laser skin resurfacing.
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