Instagram loves it but do dermatologists feel the same way?
When you hear the words “skin spatula” you probably… gasp?
Book it, Danno?
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Yeah, not me.
Fast forward a month and here I am today to share my experiences.
But, first, let’s cover the basics i.e.
Elizabeth Bacharach
What Is an Ultrasonic Skin Spatula, Exactly?
Many skin spatulas also boast various features, such as lifting and moisturizing modes.
TBH, I am one of those people.
How Does an Ultrasonic Skin Spatula Work?
More vibrations, presumably, means more force to wiggle out the gunk.
It’s all about the lubrication (wink wink, nudge nudge).
But seriously damp skin allows the gadget to glide more easily, thereby preventing irritation, says Dr. Shah.
That being said, irritation is still very much a possibility and, in my case, a reality.
And on that note…
Who, If Anyone, Should Use a Skin Spatula?
But this jot down of irritation is actually one of the reasons why Dr.
Miles, who adds that it’s like getting acallus when lifting weightsor walking.
So, I used theEssia Ultrasonic Lifting and Exfoliation Wandonce a week for a month.
It’s definitely a fun addition to my skincare routine.
I’m a sucker for a good skincare gadget (whichthe Essiadefinitely is!
), and, as I’ve made embarrassingly clear, for a satisfying de-gunking treatment.
Sure, most sessions left me feeling and looking less clogged around typical problem areas (i.e.
on and around the nose).
But there were a few times that weren’t as effective.
“If the treatment causes inflammation of acne, then cysts can form.”
But, as I’ve said, I’m a sucker for satisfying skincare treatments.
