Has anyone ever had a chem.peel or microdermabrasion?

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I’ve been thinking of having some work done to remove some pigmentation on my face.

I would like to hear anything yea’s or nay’s towards any chemical peels or microdermabrasion.

Thanks.

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Also, has anyone tried any creams or prescriptions or products that have worked for them.
Shallowly yours.

Shirley

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If I recall correctly, one thing to consider is how easily you heal. If you scar easily, develop keloids or develop darker skin after you heal, you may want to reconsider a chemical peel/abrasion procedure.

Of course, you should talk to your doctor and all that jazz…

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Shirley , the first thing to do is to find an esthetician you trust.

I had microderm last year, and I LOVE IT. Turned out great. Took at LEAST 5 years off my face. Mr. Maureen says I look like I did when we met (10 years ago). My esthetician also turned me on to some wonderful product.

here is the website for the stuff I use. She also got her microdermabrader there. She also sold some ofthis to me, and I now buy it online. Wonderful, lasts about 6 months, and evens out my skin tone.

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My sister is an esthetician. Ironically, I have never had the work done but if you find someone who is good the results are usually very positive.

Finding a great esthetician can be beneficial in other ways as well. Something as simple as a facial can add life to your skin. Along those lines you can start with facials and other treatments and work your way up to microderm and chemical peels.

I would not necessarily recommend prescription products. Many times they are much harsher and can have negative effects on your skin not to mention other side effects.

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Thanks for the input.

**Maureen ** can I ask how much you paid for your procedure?

I certainly wouldn’t mind looking a little fresher.

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No problem. I had a series of 3 procedures at $85/per, and an oxygenating facial immediately following for $60/per, so $145 a pop, every 3 weeks. I was out my weekly spending money, but I think it was definitely worth it.

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BTW, Shirley, I’m in the Bay Area, so it may be cheaper for you than it was for me. EVERYONE out here has an esthetician.