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microdermabrasion

British  
/ ˌmaɪkrəuˌdɜːməˈbreɪʒən /

noun

  1. a cosmetic procedure in which rough facial skin is removed by the application of a fine abrasive spray

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Terms like hydroxy acids and microdermabrasion aside, exfoliation is nothing new.

From Washington Post

Microdermabrasion and dermaplaning are manual exfoliation treatments performed in-office.

From Washington Post

At-home facial devices that provide treatments like microdermabrasion, dermaplaning and microcurrent facials saw an increase in sales.

From New York Times

On the Skincare Addiction subreddit, more than 1 million people regularly debate the latest research and treatment options, from strict diets to pricey microdermabrasion.

From Slate

Without the same social restrictions that were in place in New York, Mr. Anchors got to Bali in time for five surf sessions and a trip to the wellness center that his girlfriend owns, where he luxuriated in a microdermabrasion facial, manicure, pedicure and vitamin-C drip.

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