Diamond Microdermabrasion – Contraindications

Sep 24, 2023

Contra indications that prevent treatment:

  • Neuro dermatitis (full body dermatitis)
  • Psoriasis or a history of psoriasis
  • Orally administered steroid medication e.g. Roaccutane for 6 months during and after the medication treatment. Then skin must be treated very gently as a sensitive steroids thin and sensitise the skin tissues.

Contraindications that restrict treatment:

  • Eczema
  • Botox – Treatment can only be given after 8 to 12 weeks following Botox treatment due to this risk and depending on skin response to Botox
  • Dermal fillers – Treatment can be given 8-12 weeks following treatment depending on skin response
  • Glycolic peels – Wait 3 months following peels as this thins the skin
  • Chemical peels – Cannot have Diamond Microdermabrasion
  • Avoid products with retinol, AHAs, BHAs, Vitamin A derivatives, salicylic and glycolic acids
  • during microdermabrasion treatments and at home during course of treatment

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