Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation) vs Microdermabrasion (Mechanical Exfoliation)

Both improve skin texture — chemical exfoliation vs mechanical resurfacing

Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation)

A chemical peel is a technique whereby a chemical solution is applied to the skin that causes it to exfoliate and eventually peel off

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Microdermabrasion (Mechanical Exfoliation)

A non-chemical procedure that exfoliates the skin and removes the superficial layer of dry, dead skin cells on your face

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How They Compare

	Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation)	Microdermabrasion (Mechanical Exfoliation)
Cost Range	R1,500 – R5,500	R800 – R2,500
Ideal Candidates	Generally, the ideal candidate for a chemical peel is someone who is light-haired and fair skinned. The procedure does not generally work well on dark-skinned patients and is not recommend for patients who are nursing or pregnant, have taken Accutane in the last six months, or have eczema or rosacea.	Because of its non-invasive nature, a microdermabrasion procedure is suited to anyone with fine facial lines or wrinkles, age spots, sun damage, uneven pigmentation, clogged pores, skin texture problems, or minor scars.

How to Choose

The right choice between Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation) and Microdermabrasion (Mechanical Exfoliation) depends on your anatomy, goals, and overall health. The best way to determine which procedure suits you is through a personalised consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky, who can examine you, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach based on your individual anatomy and expectations.

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