Hi Helen,
Microdermabrasion is a good treatment for some people as with everything. If you find a place using professional machine, DermaGenesis for example, you can get a very effective exfoliating treatment which triggers a healing response and a temporary improvement to the skin’s appearance. 2 weeks either side of electrolysis treatment is usually fine, but if you have scabbing or the the skin hasn’t completely healed on the surface following electrolysis, you shouldn’t have microdermabrasion. Microdermabrasion should not be carried out on skin that is prone to break outs and acne.
Topical retinoids bring even better results and also give you more flexibility, but I wouldn’t recommend while still having electrolysis treatment. You need to be very aware of the before and after periods, the thickness of your skin, any changes to sensitivity etc, to be safe. Your skin will change the way it reacts to the current. I would advise you to talk to your electrologist and see what skin treatments she is comfortable combining electrolysis with.