Microdermabrasion mechanically resurfaces the top layer of skin to soften rough texture, refine enlarged pores and fade dark spots — 30 minutes, from $100. It's the most efficient treatment on our menu when your concern is how the skin feels rather than how congested it is.
A handpiece passes over the skin using controlled abrasion plus vacuum suction. It removes the outermost layer of dead cells and stimulates cell turnover underneath. Over a series, that turnover is what softens texture and evens out pigmentation.
We offer two versions:
| Treatment | Method | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microdermabrasion | Diamond tip | Enlarged pores, dark spots, general resurfacing | $100 · 30 min |
| Crystal Microdermabrasion | Crystal spray | Deeper resurfacing, more textured skin | $120 · 30 min |
What it won't do: treat deep wrinkles, active cystic acne or deep pigmentation. For pigmentation that sits deeper, a chemical peel reaches further.
| Microdermabrasion | Chemical peel | Dermaplaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Mechanical abrasion | Acid solution | Blade |
| Removes peach fuzz | No | No | Yes |
| Reaches pigmentation | Surface only | Deeper | No |
| Downtime | None | Some flaking | None |
| Price | $100 | $150 | $120 |
You'll feel the difference after one. For pigmentation or established texture, plan a series of four to six sessions, every two to three weeks, then monthly maintenance.
Back Microdermabrasion ($120, 30 min) applies the same resurfacing to the back and shoulders. See the full menu.
From $100 for a 30-minute session at our Midtown Manhattan studio. Crystal Microdermabrasion, which resurfaces slightly deeper, is $120.
You will notice smoother skin after one session. For pigmentation, post-acne marks or established texture, plan four to six sessions spaced two to three weeks apart, then monthly maintenance.
No. It feels like a rough cat’s tongue or light sandpaper moving across the skin, combined with a gentle vacuum sensation. Most clients find it comfortable.
Microdermabrasion resurfaces mechanically and works on the surface with no downtime. A chemical peel uses acids that reach deeper, so it treats pigmentation more effectively but involves some flaking. They are often alternated.
Yes, though we suggest waiting a few hours. Skin is more sensitive to UV for about a week afterwards, so daily SPF is essential.
Availability shows in real time. Same-day appointments are frequent — if you don’t see a slot that works, text us.