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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun A cosmetic procedure in which a very thin layer of facial skin is abraded with a high-pressure spray of crystals in order to diminish the appearance of fine wrinkles, discoloration, scars, and other blemishes.
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- noun medicine Any of several related procedures in which the
outermost surface of theskin is removed forcosmetic purposes
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Examples
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And what you were recommended to have done was microdermabrasion, which is one of the lightest forms.
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It's called microdermabrasion, it will make skin smooth and young looking, plus it also says there, it also helps with wrinkles, pore size, acne and a lot more. www. sylvancompany.com
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YUNE: Some skin treatments such as microdermabrasion and light chemical peels.
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YUNE: Some skin treatments, such as microdermabrasion and light chemical peels.
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YUNE: Some skin treatment, such as microdermabrasion and light chemical peels.
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Cosmetic dermatologists can also trick the body into repairing collagen by causing mild damage via techniques such as microdermabrasion, intense pulsed light IPL and chemical peels.
WalesOnline - Home 2011
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Some facials include microdermabrasion, which is fine a few times a year and as long as you don’t have sensitive skin.
the new beauty secrets Laura Mercier 2006
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Laser treatments to diminish spots, spider veins and fine lines, and skin treatments such as microdermabrasion, to even out the skin complexion, also are increasing in popularity and generally are available for less than $1,000.
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Many of the at-home products such as microdermabrasion kits and chemical peel solutions that can be purchased at drug stores can be safe when they have been thoroughly tested for this type of self-use.
Emaxhealth 2008
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Many of the at-home products such as microdermabrasion kits and chemical peel solutions that can be purchased at drug stores can be safe when they have been thoroughly tested for this type of self-use.
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