Diamond Microdermabrasion is non-invasive and feels great. It respects the skin's integrity and provides the most sophisticated and advanced system of regenerating and revitalising the skin.
For this reason, Diamond Micro is also the foundational treatment for virtually every other skin care session I perform.
Whatever your skin condition, Diamond Microdermabrasion works to lift it to a healthier state in a gentle and effective manner.
Call me on 4926 7778 or 0422 276 202 if you have any questions or to make a booking. You can also book online.
Have a brilliant day,
Andrew Thompson.
Prices ★ Diamond Microdermabrasion Rockhampton
Prices listed below are for standalone Microdermabrasion sessions.
Clients typically combine micro with other skin treatments while their skin is fresh and clean, so I also offer combo deals when combined with other treatments.
You can find the full list of skin treatments I perform on the Skin Treatments page, along with a quick overview to explain what each treatment does so that you can make an informed decision.
Hands 
$99
Forearms 
$139
Face $149
Face & Neck 
$199
Full Face, Neck & Décolletage 
$269
Questions & Answers ★ Diamond Microdermabrasion Rockhampton
Some visitors want brevity, some want detail. To that end, you'll find a short answer to each question, plus links to any related articles I've written in the Backstage section of the site. Enjoy. 😊
- What does Diamond Microdermabrasion achieve?
- As prep for IPL Photo Rejuvenation
- As prep for Serum Infusions
- As prep for IPL Acne Removal
- As prep for RF Skin Tightening
- Does Diamond Microdermabrasion hurt?
- Diamond versus Crystal Microdermabrasion?
- Is Diamond Microdermabrasion beneficial for men?
- Can you perform microdermabrasion on dark skin?
- Will I see an immediate result?
- How many treatments will I need?
- Can any area of the body be treated?
What does Diamond Microdermabrasion achieve?
- Smooths your complexion by abraiding dead skin cells from the top layer of your skin;
- Softens the appearance of fine lines, stretch marks, and scars;
- Softens the appearance of hyperpigmentation and freckles;
- Vacuums the abraided debris from your skin;
- Sucks bacteria from your pores to reduce black heads, acne, sebum, and milia;
- Reduces the size of, and softens the appearance of enlarged pores;
As preparation for IPL Photo Rejuvenation
Performed immediately before IPL Photo Rejuvenation, microdermabrasion provides a clean surface free of dead keratin and superficial debris that would otherwise impact how well the pulsed light penetrates the skin.
Microdermabrasion also stimulates oxygenated blood flow to the dermis and epidermis, where collagen, hair follicles, and melanin are formed.
Haemoglobin contained in the blood is a key chromophore targeted by IPL, and stimulating its presence increases the efficacy of any photo rejuvenation treatment.
As preparation for Intraceuticals Serum Infusions
Ahead of an Intraceuticals Serum Infusion, microdermabrasion sucks blockages and contaminants from the pores, and lifts away dead skin cells.
Clean skin is vital for the treatment, as the nutrients within the serums are infused through the skin layers under very precise hyperbaric pressure.
For that reason, microdermabrasion, coupled with thorough cleansing beforehand, are essential to ensure the best outcome from a serum infusion treatment.
As preparation for IPL Acne Removal
People usually resort to IPL 480nM Acne Removal when everything else has failed. The treatment is a sledge hammer against porphyrins that contribute to acne development.
Immediately ahead of the treatment, microdermabrasion is used to suck out pus and contaminated blood, and removed infected tissue. Alcohol is then used to cleanse the blood-rich skin both before and during the IPL Acne Treatment.
Without microdermabrasion to strip the infected 'battlefield' clean, the IPL would have no chance of reaching the porphyrin chromophores and the treatment would fail.
As preparation for RF Skin Tightening
RF Skin Tightening uses soundwaves to penetrate the skin in order to heat the collagen bed located in the dermis. This process tightens and straightens the collagen fibres, which in turn produces smoother skin a few months down the track.
Microdermabrasion aids the procedure by abraiding the rough superficial keratin cells that make the skin look dry and wrinkly.
If the epidermis is smoother before the RF procedure, the collagen fibres won't put up as much resistance to straightening, which in turn enhances the result.
Does Diamond Microdermabrasion hurt?
Diamond versus Crystal Microdermabrasion?
On Diamond Microdermabrasion units, the tips of the handpiece that touches the skin in imprinted with flecks of industrial diamond.
This mildly rough but strong surface gently abraids the dead outer layer of skin.
In contrast, Crystal Microdermabrasion units spray tiny shards of silica onto the skin, essentially sand blasting the surface.
I've heard too many horror stories from clients about crystal treatments. It leaves debris and runs the risk of causing bad inflammation or infection.
It is also quite painful by comparison, so I don't offer this service.
Is Diamond Microdermabrasion beneficial for men?
Can you perform microdermabrasion on dark skin?
Unfortunately no. The limit is olive, east Asian, and some Indian skin types. Any darker and there can be permanent complications with pigment.
I see the results of these treatments too often. Avoid salons that don't have this policy in place.
Will I see an immediate result?
How many treatments will I need?
A single Diamond Microdermabrasion treatment is immediately beneficial for removing dead skin cells on the surface and giving the underlying skin a fresh lease of life.
Monthly treatments will help keep your skin looking fresh, and will improve its texture each time.