Elle Australia - 01.2019 - 02.2019

WHAT IT IS:A minimally invasive

microdermabrasion skin treatment

that mechanically exfoliates the outer

layer and vacuums dead skin cells

away, revealing a softer, smoother

more luminous complexion (when

you skim the top off your stratum

corneum, the body replaces it

with new, healthy cells).

With no downtime, it’s a great

“lunchtime” treatment for nearly all

skin types (those with active acne

should skip it) and ideal for a quick,

instant glow with practically zero risk

of irritation, sensitivity or peeling.

an instant

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your lunch

break

WHAT IT FEELS LIKE:The treatment

begins after a thorough cleanse, and

it’s so painless it’s actually relaxing

— just a gentle tug as the suction tip

moves around the face. Even areas

that require a bit more attention, such

as congested T-zone trouble spots,

experience no discomfort while

they’re being worked over.

The microdermabrasion (which

takes around 10 minutes) is followed by

a gentle enzyme and hyaluronic acid

mask (Skinstitut’s Enzymatic Micro Peel)

to further encourage luminosity. It feels

slightly tingly as it’s being massaged

on, but it’s very tolerable.

My technician, who has walked

me through each step and product,

finishes with an antioxidant serum,

nourishing rosehip oil and SPF 50.

VERDICT:My skin is slightly pink

immediately after the treatment due

to the increased blood and oxygen

circulation, but it quickly subsides.

My pores look smaller and clearer

and my foundation glides on, looking

perfectly dewy with no extra effort.

The treatment also increases prod

penetration (by up to 50 per cent)

I notice my skin responding particu

well to serums for the next week.

This is recommended for those

looking for a gentle, affordable (it

than the cost of a facial) resurfacin

treatment with almost no risk. If you

looking for a natural, chemical-free

option, opt for the “express” and yo

skip the accompanying products.

5-Step Microdermabrasion, $89,LASER CLIN

AUSTRALIA, laserclinics.com.au

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Words: Janna Johnson O’Toole. Photography: Manuel Pandalis / Blaublut-Edition.com; Jason Lloyd-Evans; Sevak Babakhani (still-life)