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At-Home Microdermabrasion System | My Beauty Protocol

At-Home Microdermabrasion System

At-Home Suction Exfoliation

Plain-English name: Pore Extractor Device

Also known asPMD Personal MicrodermabrasionVanity Planet ExforaMicrodermabrasion Machine for Home Use

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Utilizes vacuum pressure to extract pore debris and an abrasive tip to gently exfoliate the skin's surface, promoting cellular renewal.

Downtime: Same day
Sessions: Ongoing, as needed
Pain: Low to medium
Cost: Price level 3 of 5
Results last: Temporary

A home suction tool that lifts surface debris; it doesn't shrink pores.

Check first: Sensitive or thin skin.

Will it work for me?

Skin tone

Often used on tones I–VI, with the right settings.

IVery Light

IILight

IIIMedium

IVTan

VBrown

VIDeep

Often usedAsk first

General info, not a check of your own skin.

What people use it for

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Skin types

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Skin types to ask about first

Dry or FlakyAsk first

Suction can irritate dry, flaky skin. Ask how often is safe for you.

Sensitive or Redness-proneAsk first

Needs a gentle, barrier-safe plan and careful screening.

Breakout-proneAsk first

Suction on active breakouts can spread irritation. Wait until they calm down.

How do the devices differ?

In no special order. Ask which one they use, and why.

2 devices

Before you use it

Is it safe for me, with any health conditions I have?
How often should I use it, and for how long?
When should I stop and see a professional?

How to start, and what to expect

Plan it around your lifeMakeup, sun, workouts — see what fits around your treatment.

How often

Duration: 4–5 minutes
Total course: Continuous use
Session interval: At most 1–2 times a week

What to expect, and what to avoid

Recovery

None; redness for a few hours

No retinoids, acids or scrubs

24 hours

Avoid sun

24 hours

No makeup

4 hours

No sweat or heat

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Day by day

Before each use
- Start with clean, dry skin
- Use a facial steamer or a warm, damp cloth on your face for several minutes to help soften the debris in your pores, which can make extraction easier.
Right after each use
- Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer for 24 hours
- No retinoids, acids or scrubs for 24 hours
After each use
- Clean the device head thoroughly after each use.
- Rinse your face with cool water to help soothe the skin.
- No heavy sweating for the rest of the day
- Any redness or mild swelling typically subsides within a few hours. Skin may feel more sensitive, so it's important to apply a calming, hydrating moisturizer and sunscreen.

Side effects, and who should wait

Who may want to think twice

Sensitive or thin skin
Rosacea
Active acne breakouts or inflammation
Broken capillaries
Open wounds, cold sores, or skin infections

Possible side effects

Common

Redness
Mild bruising
Skin irritation
Tenderness

Less common

Broken capillaries (telangiectasias)
Micro-tears in the skin
Hyperpigmentation (especially in darker skin tones)
Scabbing
Worsening of conditions like rosacea

Your own risks may differ. Ask a qualified provider.

How it works, and common myths

Vacuum suction dislodges pore impurities, while an abrasive tip gently removes superficial dead skin cells.

A little more technical

The device creates vacuum pressure on the skin's surface to physically extract oil, dead skin cells, and other debris from open pores.

The device applies localized negative pressure to the epidermis, creating a suction force intended to dislodge and extract open comedones and other debris from pilosebaceous follicles. Some variants incorporate abrasive tips for mechanical exfoliation (microdermabrasion).

Common device / product names: PMD Personal Microdermabrasion · Vanity Planet Exfora
Clinical descriptor: At-Home Suction Exfoliation

Common myths

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