Skin Polishing, professionally known as Microdermabrasion (MDA), is a popular, minimally invasive exfoliation treatment that gently buffs away the outermost layer of dead, dull skin cells. Using a specialized diamond-tipped wand, this quick and painless procedure instantly reveals a smoother, fresher, and significantly more radiant complexion with absolutely zero downtime, making it a favourite in Mumbai for a quick skin refresh.
Why Choose Skin Polishing (MDA)
In a city with a fast-paced lifestyle, Skin Polishing is the go-to treatment for maintaining healthy, glowing skin. Here’s why it’s the perfect choice for you:
1. The Perfect ‘Lunchtime’ Glow-Up
The entire procedure is completed in about 30 minutes with no recovery time needed. You can genuinely have a session during your lunch break and return to work with a visible glow, making it ideal for the busy Mumbaikar.
2. A Gentle Yet Highly Effective Approach
For those who are hesitant about chemical treatments or have sensitive skin, MDA offers a perfect alternative. It provides deep physical exfoliation without the use of acids, minimizing the risk of irritation while delivering excellent results.
3. The Ideal Skin Maintenance Treatment
Skin Polishing is the perfect monthly ritual to keep your skin in top condition. It helps maintain the results of more intensive treatments, prevents pore congestion, and ensures your skin always looks its best.
4. Instantly Tackles City-Induced Dullness
It is the perfect antidote to the dull, grimy, and congested feeling your skin can get from Mumbai’s humidity and pollution. It effectively sweeps away impurities, leaving your skin feeling incredibly clean and breathable.
Benefits of Skin Polishing (MDA)
Instant Brightness and a Revitalised Complexion
The primary and most immediate benefit is a brighter, more luminous complexion. The treatment physically removes the top layer of dead skin cells (the stratum corneum), which can be dull, discoloured, and prevent light from reflecting evenly. By buffing this layer away, the fresher, healthier skin underneath is revealed, instantly making you look more awake, less tired, and radiating a healthy glow.
Noticeably Smoother and Softer Skin Texture
Microdermabrasion provides a level of physical exfoliation that is impossible to achieve at home. The diamond-tipped wand precisely smooths away rough patches, dry flakes, and textural irregularities. The result is skin that feels incredibly soft and silky to the touch. This provides an impeccably smooth canvas, allowing for a flawless makeup application that glides on evenly and looks more natural.
Enhanced Absorption and Efficacy of Skincare Products
One of the most practical benefits is that it makes your entire home-care routine work harder for you. The layer of dead cells on your skin acts as a barrier, preventing your expensive serums and creams from penetrating effectively. By removing this barrier, Skin Polishing allows your products to absorb much more deeply into the skin, significantly boosting their performance and giving you a better return on your skincare investment.
Deep Pore Cleansing and Reduction in Blackheads
The combination of precise exfoliation and gentle vacuum suction works wonders for congested skin. The exfoliation helps to dislodge the plugs of sebum and dead skin that form blackheads and whiteheads. The suction then helps to pull these impurities from the pores, leaving them cleaner and less prominent. Regular sessions can help prevent future clogging and keep pores clear.
Reduction of Superficial Blemishes and Tan
By accelerating your skin's natural cell turnover process, a series of Skin Polishing sessions can be highly effective in reducing superficial skin concerns. It helps to lighten mild sun tanning, fade the appearance of faint dark spots left behind by old pimples (superficial post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation), and create a more uniform and even-toned complexion over time.
Results
FAQ
Does Skin Polishing (MDA) hurt?
No, the treatment is completely painless and is often found to be relaxing. Most clients describe the sensation as a slightly gritty, massaging feeling combined with gentle suction on the skin.
Is there any downtime? What will I look like immediately after?
There is absolutely no downtime with Skin Polishing. You may have a slight pinkish flush for about an hour after the session, but this subsides very quickly. You can immediately apply makeup (though it’s often best to let the skin breathe) and return to your daily activities.
How is Skin Polishing different from a regular facial or a chemical peel?
vs. a Salon Facial: A standard facial is primarily for cleansing, hydration, and relaxation. Skin Polishing is a medical-grade mechanical exfoliation treatment that provides a much deeper level of resurfacing and texture improvement.
vs. a Chemical Peel: A chemical peel uses acids to exfoliate the skin, which may not be suitable for everyone (e.g., pregnant women, those with very sensitive skin). MDA uses a physical method, making it a very safe and controlled alternative with no risk of chemical sensitivity.
How often should I get a session done?
For general skin maintenance and a consistent glow, getting a session once every 3-4 weeks is ideal. If you are targeting a specific concern like a sun tan, our dermatologist may recommend a series of 4-6 sessions spaced more closely together, perhaps every 2 weeks.
I have a wedding to attend this weekend. Is it too late to get Skin Polishing?
Not at all! It is the perfect last-minute treatment to get you event-ready. For the best possible results, we recommend getting your Skin Polishing session 1 to 2 days before your big event. This will ensure your skin is at its absolute smoothest and most radiant, creating a perfect canvas for your makeup.