Diamond-tip microdermabrasion at Amber & Sage Spa — the professional resurfacing treatment that makes skin look immediately smoother, brighter, and more refined. Available as a 30-minute express or full 60-minute facial.
Book a Microderm What It DoesMicrodermabrasion is a professional skin-resurfacing treatment that uses a diamond-tipped wand to mechanically exfoliate the outermost layer of dead skin cells, while gentle suction lifts away the debris. The result is immediate visible smoothness, brightness, and refinement — skin that catches the light better, reflects more evenly, and feels noticeably different to the touch.
Unlike the older crystal-based microdermabrasion machines you may have encountered at chain spas, our system uses a precision-controlled diamond tip. Cleaner, more comfortable, and capable of varying intensity across different areas of your face based on what your skin needs.
Both mechanically exfoliate the skin's surface. Dermaplaning uses a sterile blade to scrape away dead skin and peach fuzz. Microdermabrasion uses a diamond tip with suction to abrade and lift cells across a broader depth. Microderm is generally more aggressive for texture and pore concerns; dermaplaning is gentler and additionally removes vellus hair. Many of our regulars alternate between the two month-to-month.
An express version of the hour-long skin-smoothing treatment that uses a diamond tip to gently exfoliate and resurface, helping to improve texture, brighten tone, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores. Great for maintenance between full facials, or as a "between-event" refresher.
This skin-smoothing treatment uses a diamond tip to gently exfoliate and resurface, helping to improve texture, brighten tone, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores. Includes a soothing mask and a relaxing neck and décolleté massage to leave your skin refreshed, radiant, and renewed.
Your esthetician will begin with a thorough cleanse and skin analysis. The microdermabrasion handpiece moves slowly across your skin in overlapping passes — you'll feel a firm, slightly scratchy sensation along with the gentle vacuum lifting away the exfoliated cells. Treatment areas typically include face, neck, and décolleté.
The intensity is calibrated to your skin's tolerance and your specific concerns. Areas with stubborn texture get more focused attention; sensitive areas get a lighter touch.
The full 60-minute treatment also includes a soothing mask phase and a relaxing neck and décolleté massage — the spa experience layered on top of the resurfacing work. Your esthetician will finish with serums, moisturizer, and SPF.
For event prep (wedding, photoshoot, big presentation), book microderm 5–7 days before — long enough for any pinkness to resolve, close enough for the smoothness and glow to still be at its peak. For ongoing maintenance, monthly is the standard cadence.
Microdermabrasion is a professional skin-resurfacing treatment that uses a diamond-tipped wand to mechanically exfoliate the outermost layer of dead skin cells while gentle suction lifts away the debris. It's non-invasive, requires no downtime, and produces immediate visible smoothness and brightness.
Both are mechanical exfoliation, but they work differently. Dermaplaning uses a sterile blade to scrape away dead skin cells and peach fuzz at the surface. Microdermabrasion uses a diamond tip and suction to abrade and lift dead skin cells across a broader depth. Microderm tends to be more effective for texture, pores, and fine lines; dermaplaning is gentler and additionally removes vellus hair.
No. Most clients describe it as a firm scratching sensation across the skin, similar to a cat's tongue. The suction is gentle and the diamond tip is precisely controlled by your esthetician. Some areas may feel more intense than others, particularly around the nose.
Essentially none. Skin may look slightly pink for an hour or two — sometimes longer for sensitive skin. SPF is essential for the next several days because freshly exfoliated skin is more sun-sensitive. You can wear makeup the same day, though many people choose not to because their skin already looks better.
Once a month aligns with your skin's natural renewal cycle for ongoing maintenance. For specific concerns like sun damage, acne scarring, or significant texture issues, a series of 4–6 treatments spaced 2–3 weeks apart produces noticeably more dramatic results.
Yes. Microderm pairs well with hydrating serums, light masks, and finishing protocols like LED therapy. We generally wouldn't combine it with chemical peels in the same session, and we'd avoid stacking it with aggressive enzyme exfoliation. Your esthetician will design the right combination for your skin.