The Recovery

There is virtually no microdermabrasion recovery time, and you can return to work and your normal activities immediately.

You will probably experience some redness on your skin after the microdermabrasion treatment, though this only lasts a few hours. Your skin may also feel slightly sun burnt or wind burnt, and moisturizer will help to ease this.

Use a high factor sunscreen whenever you go out, and avoid direct sun for seven days after microdermabrasion treatment. It is advisable that you do not have any further skin treatments for at least three days after microdermabrasion, including facial peels and exfoliations.

You should also avoid applying foundation to the skin for 24 hours, though eye makeup and lipstick may be safely applied immediately.