FAQ: SkinVacMD™ by UltraRadiance™
Please email us your questions through the contact us page. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you to use your SkinVacMD for many years to come.
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Q: Where can I buy SkinVacMD?
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Vacubrasion can be purchased here on our website or at Amazon.com, and also available at select U.S. professional salon and beauty trade shows.
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Q: How often can I use SkinVac MD?
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Vacubrasion is very flexible and super fast. While many people use Vacubrasion for the recommended 2-3 minutes once or twice a week, others choose a 5-10 minute monthly treatment.
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Q: How do you DIY SkinVac microdermabrasion / vacubrasion?
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Microdermabrasion is very simple. It is an easy technique that can be learned quickly by anyone.
3 easy tips:
First, it is important to LIFT the wand off the skin between passes to allow airflow to your machine. Otherwise, your machine can overheat and you can limit the life of your microderm source.
Second, you need to lightly pull the skin taut (mild tension) in the opposite direction that you are applying the wand. Watch the above video for a quick demo.
Third, always test the suction on the back of your hand/ forearm for a second or two before applying to your face.
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Q: Is Vacubrasion safe for sensitive skin?
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Yes, Vacubrasion is natural, chemical- free, and safe for sensitive skin. It has been extensively tested in all skin types.
We recommend the BasicKit for more sensitive skin because it has an adjustable regulator for the lightest treatment. Use the lowest setting with all vents in the fully open position . Begin Vacubrasion for 1-2 minutes once every other week and gradually increase up to 3-4 minutes weekly as your skin becomes better conditioned.
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Q: How long will a Vacubrasion diamond tip last?
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All Vacubrasion diamond tips are “Forever” tips. They are built to last for many years, if not forever. These electroplated, diamond chip SkinVac MD tips have been rigorously tested and used in professional skin care and dermatology offices daily with years and years of use.
“Forever” Diamond Tip by SkinVac
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Q: Is SkinVac PeTA approved and vegan?
A: Yes! PeTA ( People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has endorsed SkinVac Products as Cruelty-Free, as well as no animal testing.
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Q: Troubleshooting: My SkinVac Pro suddenly powers off ( shuts off) for a while after 5 minutes of use, and then I can turn it on again later. What am I doing wrong?
A: SkinVac has a built-in safety fuse that will temporarily suspend your vacuum to avoid overheating. All vacuums need regular airflow to work. It is important you LIFT the microderm wand OFF your skin between passes on your skin.
Lifting the wand briefly OFF the skin allows air to circulate in your vac. If your vac is overheating, you may need to adjust your technique and remember to briefly lift the wand off the skin when you move your wand around your skin.
Check out Youtube for how to simple videos.
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Q: How do I use the PediTip- Pedicure/ Callus Softening Diamond Tip?
SkinVacMD “Forever” Pedicure/ Callus Remover Tip
For Use with Microdermabrasion Wand and Machine
Directions:
1. After shower or bath, dry off soles of feet.
2. Clean off skin and “Forever” tip with Alcohol and dry prior to use.
3. Glide PediTip microderm over soles of feet and across calluses.
and thickened skin areas. Use for 1-2 minutes maximum per session.
4. After, rub in cream like Organicos Edibles to soles and cover with socks.
or plastic wrap for an extra soothing session.
5. Repeat treatment once a week as needed. Overtreatment may cause scrapes and scratches.
6. Minimize walking barefoot or sockless for best results.
7. For tougher calluses, try pre-treating with SkinVac’s 40% Urea cream or spray then cover with plastic wrap.
CAUTION: Do Not use PediTip on face or body. Do not use on broken or reddened skin.
This is not intended to serve as medical advice or diagnose medical conditions. Immediately seek medical
care with your doctor if you have growths or skin conditions that require medical evaluation.
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Q: What is the best “go to” Vacubrasion tip?
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The standard Vacubrasion 100 grade tip is the best “go to” all around versatile tip for everything, especially face . This grade diamond tip is the one used by most professionals (dermatologists and other skin care experts). In more than 10 years of clinical testing, we have found the 100 grade is the best “go to” tip.
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Q: How do I clean my SkinVacMD diamond tips?
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Easy cleaning tips:
Q: Does Vacubrasion/ microdermabrasion/ or facials cause breakouts?
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Although microderm does not cause breakouts,
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Q: What Skincare regimen is recommended?
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Q: What are some vacubrasion/ microdermabrasion precautions?
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Microdermabrasion should not be used if you have any pre-existing skin or medical conditions including undiagnosed lesions, warts, sunburn, pregnancy, vascular lesions, skin cancer, active rosacea recent herpes outbreak, taking oral blood thinners or anti-coagulants, unstable diabetes mellitus, disorders of the auto-immune system.
If you have any queries about conditions that may be aggravated by the use of microdermabrasion home treatments you should consult your physician or dermatologist before you begin using the microdermabrasion System.
Please do not attempt to use tips without a microdermabrasion machine.
Similarly, kindly do not use on broken or red skin, or rashes. Microdermabrasion is not intended to diagnose or treat medical conditions. Seek medical care for any signs of broken skin or skin infections prior to use.
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Q: Does the SkinVacMD MiniKit fit all vacuums?
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No, the Minikit attachment comes with a single universal style adapter that fits many but not all vacuums. The Minikit adapter works well and has been extensively tested with slips easily onto most vacs that have a standard round 1.25 inch hose.
SkinVac MiniKit
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Q: Which SkinVacMD should I buy if I have a Hoover vacuum and a Shark?
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You will likely need the BasicKit to fit Hoovers and some Sharks. The BasicKit (BK100) attaches to most (not all) vacuums for professional grade microdermabrasion. The BasicKit is the most popular selling kit, and it comes with 2 round universal style adapters that fit most round vacuum hoses. Not all Sharks are made standard and will fit all hoses.
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Q: How do I use the Nose/ Under eye/ Lip Plumper tips? Which tip is for nose?
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SkinVacMD “Forever” Nose, Under eye, & Lip plumper Tips
Directions: Use with Microdermabrasion Wand and Machine.
Both tips may be used interchangeably for these areas. The higher the engraved D# on your stainless steel electroplated diamond flakes tip, the finer the grain and lighter the treatment. For example the D150 is gentler than the D100 tip.
1. After cleansing face skin, gently pat dry well.
2. Clean “Forever” tip with simple rubbing alcohol and dry well prior to use.
3. Screw “Forever” tip onto universal microderm wand.
4. For under eye dark circles and crowe’s feet lines, gently glide tip/wand across the area- always moving toward the nose.
Maximum 2-3 passes per treatment session. Afterwards, rub in premium cream like a single droplet of
Organicos Edibles to eyelids. Repeat treatment once a week as needed.
Overtreatment or improper use may lead to scrapes and scratches.
6. For nose congestion and blackheads, use either tip for 4-6 passes across the nose in an upward direction. Option to pre-treat the nose with a glycolic toner pad ( like Ultra Radiance) prior to microdermabrasion. To avoid stinging and irritation, do not apply any glycolics or fragranced lotions after microdermabrasion.
7. For lip plumping, use the finest tip and extremely gently glide treatment tip across the red border of the lips.
Do not treat lips if have cold sores or often get cold sores as rubbing this sensitive skin may trigger cold sores in susceptible individuals. Afterwards, rub in a premium cream like a single droplet of Organicos Edibles to lips.
Simple Cleaning your “Forever” Tips:
• Simple rubbing alcohol poured on the tip is advised after each personal use.
• Tips should be fully dry before use for best skin exfoliation.
• Do not aggressively scrub or rub the tips with brushes.
• For Professional/Medical use- we recommend autoclaving between clients, cold sterilizer solutions, or prolonged ultraviolet sterilizing as used by estheticians.
• Tips may be placed in an ultrasonic cleanser or home jewelry cleaner.
• Do not share tips without fully sterilizing.
• Holistic interval refresher:
Once every month, a holistic and natural cleanser is a white vinegar soak for 30 minutes. This vinegar soak gently removes all skin debris from the tips, providing a fresh, revitalized surface.
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Q: Does the SkinVacMD BasicKit fit most vacuums?
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Yes, the BasicKit (BK100) easily fits nearly all vacuums. It attaches to most (not all) vacuums for professional grade microdermabrasion. This kit has 2 universal style adapters that fit most round vacuum hoses.
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Q: Does SkinVacMD have adapters for non-standard vacuums with oblong hoses?
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Should your current vacuum not fit the standard 1.25 inch vacuum hoses, UltraRadiance is developing more adapter choices for future launch.
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Q:”I would like to order your kit, although I’m not sure about which one I need. What is the clear hose in the basic kit used for?”
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Our most popular kit is the BasicKit BK100. BK100 comes with 2 versatile, ” forever” diamond tips (standard size) our best “go to” grain diamond chips. It also comes with 2 unique adapters to easily slip onto your vacuum hose. The clear plastic tubing provides greater flexibility and attaches to a stainless steel, ergonomic microdermabrasion wand. Essentially- you are getting 2 Vacubrasions in this Basic Kit that you can use with 2 separate vacuums.
- 2 “Forever” Diamond stainless steel tips
- 1 Universal brown attachment for strong suction
- 1 adjustable brown universal attachment for light to medium suction
- 1 ” Forever” stainless steel ergonomic wand
- 1 reinforced clear plastic tubing (attaches stainless steel wand to brown universal adjustable air regulator)
- 1 Black velvet soft carry case
- 6 cleansing pads
- EZ steps microdermabrasion guide
- Youtube video instructional guide
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Q: What is included with the MiniKit?
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Our starter kit is the MiniKit which comes with 1 versatile, ” forever” diamond tip (standard size) with our best “go to” grain diamond chips. It also comes with a unique suction regulator which essentially tirns your portable vacuum into a professional grade microdermabrasion. The MiniKit adapter easily slip onto most standard 1 1/4 inch vacuum hoses. It works with about half of household vacuum cleaners including all Stanleys, Shop-Vac, most Eurekas, Black and Decker Portable Desktop Vac, Oreck portable vacuum, Metrovacs, and many Electrolux vacs.
- 1 “Forever” Diamond stainless steel tip
- 1 Universal attachment for strong suction
- Starter cleansing pads
- EZ steps microdermabrasion guide
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Q: “I saw SkinVacMD in the [2012] San Jose Skin and Body Show. I would like to know how many attachment (tips) comes with the set. I saw various different types of tips. Let me know the price of the SkinVacMD set.”
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The MiniKit comes with one versatile, ” forever” diamond tip (universal fit size 14.5mm) with 100 grain, fine diamond chips.
Our most popular kit is the BasicKit and it comes with two versatile, ” forever” diamond
tips (universalfit size 14.5mm) with an average of 100 grain, fine diamond chips.
Other “forever” specialty diamond tips are available ranging from small fine tips for the nose and lips, and larger tips for the body.
Vacubrasion sets range from $29.99 to $99.99 on Amazon.
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Q: “I’ve done professional microderm using a coarse tip. I now have SkinVacMD and I love the D100 tip it came with but would like a coarser one.” When will Amazon have coarser tips?”
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Amazon has the coarsest 75 grade “Forever” tips for use on the body.
SkinVac has also developed some of the most powerful tips D50 for future applications for rough areas on soles of feet, and calluses. These super powered tips are not meant to be used on the body or regular skin.
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Q: Was SkinVacMD developed and tested in the US?
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SkinVac MD was developed in the US by physicians and underwent extensive dermatologist testing for 2 years prior to coming to the US market. There was no animal testing. We are PETA approved
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Q: How can I adjust the strength of my SkinVacMD treatment?
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As with any microdermabrasion, you can easily adjust the strength of your Vacubrasion treatment by
how hard you press the tip on the skin and how fast you move it across the skin.
For stronger microderm – press harder and move the tip slower across the skin.
For lighter microderm – press less and move the tip faster across the skin.
Press down harder and/or move the wand slower for stronger treatment.
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Q: “My kit came with two different diamond tips and one is more coarse than the other. The finer one says D-250 and the coarser one says 100. Is it just preference or is one better for your face and the other for the body?…(or) do you work your way up to the coarser one and also use it on your face? “
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Most people prefer the stronger D100 for regular use. It is the best “go to” tip, and safe for face and body. You don’t necessarily have to work up to this.The D250 is very gentle and a great ” go to” tip for very sensitive skin, or delicate areas like under the eyes (crowe’s feet lines).
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Q: “How many times should you do the treatment in a week?”
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We recommend starting with weekly or twice/week face treatments for maybe 2-3 minutes. It is a really fast and easy treatment, and you can typically treat the entire face and neck in a few minutes.
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Q: Where are the coarsest and gentlest grades of the SkinVacMD Diamond tips?
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The coarseness of the diamond tips ranges from about
STRONGEST 50 grade and LIGHTEST 250 grade.
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Q: How powerful is the ProDeluxe vacuum that comes with your premium package system?
The SkinVacMD SV1[2013] ProDeluxe vacuum is very strong. It has professional strength, providing 43 lbs per sp inch suction.
It has 740 Watts, is a very lightweight 4 pounds, and the size of a small-medium purse.
Here are some more machine specs.
– 110/120 volts, 740 watts, 5.6 amps
– Powerful dual stage computer-balanced long life motor
– Functions as both a blower and a vacuum
– Suction rating of 43 lbs per sq inch, decibels <69
– 25-foot electrical cord
– 5ft crush proof hose
– internal removable charcoal lined dust bag
– 1 year warranty
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Q: My ProDeluxe vac sometimes shuts off during a treatment. Is my machine defective?
In brief, all of our vacuums have a premium safety, built in overheat/shutoff switch that protects the unit in case of possible overheating.
It is very important to make sure to maintain good air flow into any vacuum during your treatment by simply LIFTING the wand OFF the skin between passes. Just lifting the wand off the skin lets air into the vac and keeps your vac from “suffocating”.
The vacuum will restart once the overheating has reduced. Good airflow to the motor should bypass the overheating risk.
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Q: What is the “go to” strongest (coarsest) SkinVacMD tip for the body?
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The 75 grade tip is the strongest “go to” all around versatile tip for the body. Use it to freshen the skin of arms, buttocks, chest, and back.
(We have a newly engineered specialty D50 tip for Pedicures/ Soles of feet for calluses.)
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Q: Is it easy to start doing microdermabrasion with my SkinVacMD?
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Yes. Simple!
Easily slip on the SkinVac brown round adapter to your own vacuum hose, or you can opt to buy a new small vacuum for microdermabrasion.
Turn on your vacuum. Apply the SkinVac diamond tip directly to forearm skin as test first. If skin tolerates suction and diamond abrasion, OK to start gentle exfoliation on face , neck, or hands. May use for 2-5 minutes 1-2 times a week on an area for best results. Typically, you will immediately feel smoother and fresher skin after just a few passes on the wand across your skin.
Make sure you LIFT the wand off the skin between passes, otherwise you can cut off air to your vac and cause overheating.
It is important to continue to lift the wand off the skin and not simply run the wand on the skin without breaks. Improper technique can cause your vac to overheat and shut off temporarily.
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Q: I live in Canada. amazon.com does not ship your product to Canada and amazon.ca does not carry your product. How do international shoppers purchase?
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Q: How do I use the SkinVacMD Forever Nose/ Under Eye/ and Lip Plumper Tips?
A:
SkinVacMDTM “Forever” Nose, Under eye, & Lip plumper Tips ( D150-250 6mm and 8mm tips)
Directions: Use with Microdermabrasion Wand and Machine.
Both tips may be used interchangeably for these areas. The higher the engraved D# on your stainless steel electroplated diamond flakes tip, the finer the grain and lighter the treatment. For example the D200 is gentler than the D100 tip.
1. After cleansing face skin, gently pat dry well.
2. Clean “Forever” tip with simple rubbing alcohol and dry well prior to use.
3. Screw “Forever” tip onto universal microderm wand.
4. For under eye dark circles and crowe’s feet lines, gently glide tip/wand across the area- always moving toward the nose.
Maximum 2-3 passes per treatment session. Afterwards, rub in premium cream like a single droplet of
Organicos Edibles to eyelids. Repeat treatment once a week as needed.
Overtreatment or improper use may lead to scrapes and scratches.
6. For nose congestion and blackheads, use either tip for 4-6 passes across the nose in an upward direction. Option to pre-treat the nose with a glycolic toner pad ( like Ultra Radiance) prior to microdermabrasion. To avoid stinging and irritation, do not apply any glycolics or fragranced lotions after microdermabrasion.
7. For lip plumping, use the finest tip and extremely gently glide treatment tip across the red border of the lips.
Do not treat lips if have cold sores or often get cold sores as rubbing this sensitive skin may trigger cold sores in susceptible individuals. Afterwards, rub in a premium cream like a single droplet of Organicos Edibles to lips.
Simple Cleaning your “Forever” Tips:
- Simple rubbing alcohol poured on the tip is advised after each personal use.
- Tips should be fully dry before use for best skin exfoliation.
- Do not aggressively scrub or rub the tips with brushes.
- For Professional/Medical use- we recommend autoclaving between clients, cold sterilizer solutions, or prolonged ultraviolet sterilizing as used by estheticians.
- Tips may be placed in an ultrasonic cleanser or home jewelry cleaner.
- Do not share tips without fully sterilizing.
- Holistic interval refresher:
Once every month or couple of months depending on use, a holistic and natural cleanser is a white vinegar soak for 10-30 minutes. This vinegar soak gently removes all skin debris from the tips, providing a fresh, exfoliating surface.
Cautions before Use
Microdermabrasion should not be used if you have any pre-existing skin or medical conditions including undiagnosed lesions, warts, sunburn, pregnancy, vascular lesions, skin cancer, active rosacea recent herpes outbreak, taking oral blood thinners or anti-coagulants, unstable diabetes mellitus, disorders of the auto-immune system.
If you have any queries about conditions that may be aggravated by the use of microdermabrasion home treatments you should consult your physician or dermatologist before you begin using the microdermabrasion System.
Please do not attempt to use tips without a microdermabrasion machine.Similarly, kindly do not use on broken or red skin, or rashes. Microdermabrasion is not intended to diagnose or treat medical conditions. Seek medical care for any signs of broken skin or skin infections prior to use.
Q: Why is there a hole in the non-vented adapter?
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The non-vented adapter has a hole in it to prevent your vacuum from overheating during extended periods of use.
Q: How do I change the roller attachments on my LipoVac kit?
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You should be able to pull off the hose from the tip on the back of the roller. It is on there pretty tight. Some people have made it easier by lubricating it with vegetable oil or something of that nature, but you should be able to get it off without. Now take the roller you want to use and slide the hose onto the small plastic piece on the back of the roller
Q: How do I attach the non-vented adapter to the hose where the vented adapter currently is?
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Using the pictures below as reference, the vented adapter disconnects from the hose where the red circle is on picture 1. The hose will be on tight, but a strong pull should detach the adapter from the hose. If you are still having trouble, some people have used vegetable oil or something similar as a lubricant to make the hose slide off a bit easier. Now you can slide the hose onto the small side of the non-vented adapter (picture 5) and enjoy greater suction with your SkinVac/LipoVac.
