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Discover the Benefits of Dermaplaning: The Secret to Radiant Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Dermaplaning is a non-invasive facial treatment designed to exfoliate your skin and remove dead skin cells and fine "peach fuzz" hair (vellus hair). While microdermabrasion uses crystals or a diamond-tipped wand to exfoliate, dermaplaning employs a sterile surgical scalpel to scrape the skin gently. What is Dermaplaning?

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20+ Years in the Skincare Industry: Advice From an Esthetician

Kim Gallo Esthetics

The accessibility of tools and treatments prompts questions about their efficacy and safety, reminding us to trust professionals for guidance and comprehensive understanding. Chemical Peels Chemical peels may sound intimidating, but they're an effective way to exfoliate the skin and reveal a brighter, smoother complexion. Shop Now

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Tried and True: 5 Ways to Modify a Peel

Aesthetics Exposed

Peels are one of the most useful tools in a skin care professional's arsenal, but they must be used correctly to ensure not only efficacy but also safety. The Type of Acid Used When treating clients using chemical exfoliation, it is important to understand the properties, uses, and contrain­dications of the acids being applied to the skin.

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Types of Chemical Peels: Which Peel Is Right for Me?

West Lake Dermatology

This solution causes the outermost layer of skin to exfoliate and eventually peel off, revealing newer, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin underneath. This peel is relatively easy on the skin, providing a gentle exfoliation that can lighten minor pigmentation or correct minor sun damage. It is ideal for: Brightening dull skin.

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Exploring the Different Types of Microdermabrasion: Crystal and Diamond

American Esthetician Organization

Understanding Microdermabrasion: An Overview Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive procedure that exfoliates the outer layer of the skin, removing dead skin cells and revealing fresher, healthier skin beneath. Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure that uses a handheld device to gently exfoliate the skin. What is Microdermabrasion?

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Using CO2 Laser + Other Modalities to Treat Skin Pigmentation

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Chemical Peels: Light to Deep Depth Chemical peels exfoliate the outer skin layers, helping reduce superficial pigmentation and improve skin texture. Medium Depth Peels: Peels with trichloroacetic acid (TCA) penetrate deeper, providing a more significant exfoliation.

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Thinning Eyebrows in Women Over 40: Causes and Best Treatments

Alison Bladh

Incorporate gentle exfoliation into your skincare routine to remove dead skin cells and boost circulation around the brow area. Microblading: Safety and Efficacy in Eyebrow Enhancement. Hair Transplants : For more severe thinning, hair transplant surgery can restore density by grafting hair from other parts of your body.