Microdermabrasion (Microderm) A microdermabrasion is a skin-freshening technique which helps repair sun damage or aging skin.  It buffs away the outer surface of the skin with rough grains( aluminum oxide crystals) The procedure doesn't need to be performed by a doctor. Microdermabrasion Reviews Benefits & Advantages No downtime--can treat on your lunch hour Improves texture over several treatments  Painless The Experience The regime consists of  4-6 treatments every two weeks. The treatment is not painful. A wand vacuums and pushes out fine particles. You can feel a suction sensation on the skin. The friction abrades the surface of the dead skin cells on the upper-most layer of the skin. The machine uses aluminum crystals. Possible Side Effects Not ideal for patients with Rosecea or with blood vessel tendency. Aluminum crystals may also block pores and cause acne.  Costs: Approx.$150 per treatment Alternative type of treatment for the same cost:  DF Facial-- Vitamin infused treatment--performed by a doctor. Private Skin Care is located in Victoria, BC Canada.