But if all you’ve seen of it has been the buzz on social media, you might be wondering what exactly does it involve, what does it feel like, who is it for, and what are the overall pros and cons? Well, here’s our breakdown. Not one square centimeter of real estate was spared. Using the crystal-tipped microdermabrasion wand, she started with the larger and less sensitive areas of my face—like the chin, cheeks, forehead, and neck. After adjusting the crystals to a more sensitive setting, she followed the contours of my nose, the eye area, and even traced over my lips. Overall, It didn’t hurt or sting at all. In fact, the only mildly unpleasant sensations during treatment were the sound of the machine (it was loud but almost in a white noise way) and the feeling of serum dripping down my face. The latter is normal, the esthetician told me. After, there is no downtime. As you can see from the photos, my skin looked healthy and happy—not irritated like many harsher facials can leave your skin. This is especially great if you have to prep your skin before an event or special occasion. Or simply don’t have the schedule that allows for a day or two of downtime. The dermalinfusion definitely brightened my complexion, took care of a few smaller blackheads, and cleared the hard-to-get pores around my nose. A surprise benefit: It also plumped up my lips. They’re filler-free in the before and after, but the difference in size is dramatic. The fully realized results took about a day to settle in, but all in all, I was impressed with the results and would definitely do it again. That being said, it is perhaps best suited for those who are looking for a quick prep for a special occasion, as it quickly cleans and transforms skin.
