Microdermabrasion in Melbourne, FL
At Karisma Esthetics in Melbourne, microdermabrasion is one of the steps in the Advanced Glow Facial, $225 for about 90 minutes with Kay Woodson. It buffs away the outer layer of dead skin cells to help skin that looks dull, rough or uneven. The AAD says most people have a series of 5 to 16 treatments.
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How does microdermabrasion work?
It is mechanical exfoliation. Cleveland Clinic describes two kinds: a tube that sprays fine crystals across the skin and vacuums them back up with the loosened cells, and a diamond-tipped wand that sands the surface while suction clears the debris. Both remove only the uppermost layer. [TO CONFIRM: crystal or diamond-tip device and its make, Kay]
The AAD describes the feeling as a sanding sensation. Treating the whole face takes about 30 to 40 minutes on its own. At Karisma it is folded into a 90-minute facial, so cleansing, the other resurfacing steps and Circadia products share the appointment.
What can it help, and what is out of reach?
| Concern | What the sources say | Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Dull complexion | Listed by the AAD as a reason to have it | Good fit |
| Uneven tone or rough texture | Listed by the AAD | Good fit |
| Flat dark spots after acne clears, age spots | Listed by the AAD | Helps, slowly, with sunscreen |
| Melasma | Listed by the AAD, as part of a dermatologist's plan | See melasma first |
| Acne scars you can feel | The AAD says it does not treat scars; it can even out tone around them | A dermatologist |
| Deep wrinkles, stretch marks | Cleveland Clinic says it will not work for deep skin issues | Not a fit |
AAD, Microdermabrasion: Overview; Cleveland Clinic, Microdermabrasion. Both read October 29, 2026.
What happens before, during and after?
- 1BeforeTell Kay about every product you use, any acne medicine, and any mole or spot that has changed. Come without fresh sunburn.
- 2DuringIt comes right after a double cleanse. The tip moves over the skin with gentle suction, then a neutralizer or toner, a mask when your skin calls for one, and SPF to finish.
- 3AfterThe AAD says skin may look pink and feel slightly swollen, like mild windburn, for a day or two. Cleveland Clinic adds possible dryness or flaking and more sensitivity to the sun. Sunscreen every day.
How many sessions, and what does a series cost?
Change in tone takes a series. The AAD puts most people at 5 to 16 treatments, weekly, every two weeks or monthly. Cleveland Clinic says one to four a month is common, then monthly visits to keep the result.
At Karisma, where microdermabrasion comes inside the $225 Advanced Facial, a monthly rhythm for six months is $1,350. If your skin needs a calmer month in between, the $125, 60-minute Signature Facial is the gentler option. [TO CONFIRM: the interval Kay suggests between Advanced Facials, Kay]
Microdermabrasion or dermaplaning?
Both are physical exfoliation, with no acid involved. The tool is what differs.
| Microdermabrasion | Dermaplaning | |
|---|---|---|
| Tool | Crystals or a diamond tip, with suction | A blade drawn across the skin by hand |
| What comes off | The uppermost layer of dead cells | Dead cells from the surface |
| At Karisma | Yes, in the Advanced Glow Facial, $225 | Yes, in the Advanced Glow Facial, $225 |
The dermaplaning vs microdermabrasion guide compares them in depth, including which skin suits each.
Who it may suit
Skin that looks flat, rough or uneven, and anyone who wants exfoliation without an acid peel. It suits a regular rhythm better than a one-off.
Check with a doctor first
The AAD says to see a dermatologist first if a mole is growing, bleeding or changing, if you scar easily, or if you took isotretinoin in the past 6 months. Cleveland Clinic adds active acne, acne medicine, frequent rashes or cold sores, eczema and psoriasis.
Questions about microdermabrasion
How much is microdermabrasion near me?
At Karisma Esthetics in Melbourne, it is part of the $225 Advanced Glow Facial, about 90 minutes. It is not sold as a separate service.
Does microdermabrasion hurt?
The AAD describes a sanding sensation and says there is no recovery period. Kay picks the pressure for each client, because no two skins tolerate the same amount, and you can ask her to ease off at any point.
Is microdermabrasion worth it?
It can be for dull, rough or uneven skin, done as a series with daily sunscreen. For scars you can feel, deep wrinkles or stretch marks, no: those need other treatments.
Can I wear makeup after microdermabrasion?
Yes, after 24 hours. That is Kay's rule after microdermabrasion. Give retinol and acids at home a little longer, 48 to 72 hours.
- Microdermabrasion: Overview, American Academy of Dermatology, read October 29, 2026
- Microdermabrasion: FAQs, American Academy of Dermatology, read October 29, 2026
- Microdermabrasion, Cleveland Clinic, last updated July 12, 2023, read October 29, 2026
- Rule 61G5-18.00015, Florida Administrative Code, effective October 20, 2021
- Karisma Esthetics booking page and prices, GlossGenius, checked October 29, 2026