Skin
Uneven texture
Rough or bumpy skin texture often comes down to dead cells that sit on the surface. SkinBase Microdermabrasion removes them in a course of treatments designed to keep skin smoother over time.
Quick answer
SkinBase Microdermabrasion removes dead surface cells with ultra fine crystals and gentle suction, so skin feels smoother. SkinBase recommends a course, then maintenance every 4 to 6 weeks. Nicola offers it in Belfast, with a single treatment at £50 and a course of three from £135.
What uneven texture often means
Skin that feels rough, flaky or bumpy is often covered in a layer of dead cells that has not shed properly. Removing that layer is the aim of SkinBase Microdermabrasion.
How it works
A handheld device passes ultra fine crystals over the skin while gentle suction lifts away dead surface cells, so the complexion underneath looks fresher and smoother. The three stages are exfoliate, suction and renew. SkinBase says the treatment encourages collagen and elastin, for firmer, brighter looking skin.
What happens in the appointment
Your skin is assessed, cleansed and prepared. The handpiece then moves over the face with light abrasion and suction, and the treatment finishes with moisturiser and SPF. SkinBase describes it as pain free with no downtime, and a session takes around 30 to 45 minutes.
Why a course works best
One treatment gives a fresher surface, but texture changes gradually. SkinBase recommends a course of treatments for the best results, then maintenance sessions every 4 to 6 weeks.
Prices
A single treatment is £50. Buy a course of three treatments from £135, which brings each down to £45. A course of six is from £240, bringing each down to £40, with a £100 deposit to book and a choice of splitting payment after that.
Before and after
Before a treatment, stop retinol, AHA or BHA products and exfoliants for 3 to 5 days and avoid sunbeds and tanning products for 2 weeks. Afterwards, avoid heavy make up for 12 hours, swimming and facial waxing for 24 hours, sauna, sunbeds and sun for 48 hours, and acids, retinol and exfoliating products for 72 hours. Wear SPF 30 or higher and moisturise regularly.
Questions
A single treatment lifts away dead surface cells so skin looks fresher and smoother. SkinBase recommends a course for the best results, then maintenance every 4 to 6 weeks.
SkinBase describes it as pain free with no downtime. You may feel light abrasion and gentle suction.
Avoid heavy make up for 12 hours, swimming and facial waxing for 24 hours, sauna, sunbeds and sun for 48 hours, and acids, retinol and exfoliants for 72 hours.
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Talk it through with Nicola
Every treatment starts with a consultation, so you can ask anything before you book.