I was recently referred to Emerge Medical Spa by a relative in Portland and have been nothing but thrilled with the service that I received. When I called for initial information regarding possible treatments for the early stages of aging and for the treatment of hyperpigmentation from old acne scars, I was given a good overview of the procedures and was directed to the ""Are You Ready?"" and ""Resource Center"" portions of their website for even further research. The staff here wants you to understand the full benefits and possible risks of every procedure and go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. \r
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Upon settling on the Microdermabrasion procedure, I called to make an appointment, where I was made to feel like a valued client at a professional establishment. \r
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On the day of my procedure, I was welcomed by the staff and was led into a comfortable room that was even pleasing to the eye. I was able to speak to my aesthetician a little before hand to ask her some questions that I had thought of the night before. She took the time to answer my questions and put my mind at ease, as this was the first treatment I've ever had at a spa outside of a facial. Upon completion of the treatment, my skin was a bit pink and a little puffy, but the aesthetician prepared me for it - it is to be expected when removing 30 years of sun damage and slight scarring.\r
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A week later, my skin is tighter, smoother and much healthier looking. Definitely a result that could not be achieved from an at-home exfoliation. \r
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As I am not a full-time resident of Portland, frequent visits to Emerge will be difficult. However, with the proper skin care regimen in between visits (recommended by aesthetician), I will be able to prolong my brand new glow and will continue to schedule visits to Emerge when I am in Portland for follow up procedures. I trust them with my skin completely!\r
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