Best Microdermabrasion in Sydney
Microdermabrasion is a gentle, non-invasive way to buff away dull surface skin and leave your complexion looking brighter and smoother. If you're in Sydney and weighing up where to go, this guide explains how the treatment works, what it typically costs, and how to choose a reputable clinic. We feature a selection of well-reviewed Sydney clinics to help you start your search.
1. Clinica Cosmetics
Bella Vista, NSW
Clinica Cosmetics is a boutique cosmetic clinic in Bella Vista, NSW, founded by Nassab Taouk with 25+ years of experience. Services include laser hair removal, lifting and tightening, HydraFacial, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, skin needling, pigmentation treatment, and cosmetic injectables, using medical-grade devices including the Soprano Titanium laser.
2. Dr Cosima Medispa
Bondi Junction, NSW
Dr Cosima Medispa is a doctor-led laser clinic in Bondi Junction, NSW, led by cosmetic physician Dr Cosima Karlburger. The clinic focuses on regenerative, non-surgical treatments including BBL, RF skin tightening, microneedling, clinical peels, dermal fillers, wrinkle reduction, and pigmentation treatments, guided by a repair-regenerate-realign philosophy.
3. Boutique Cosmetic Clinic
North Parramatta, NSW
Boutique Cosmetic Clinic in North Parramatta, NSW offers cosmetic injectables including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, and PRP, alongside skin treatments such as skin needling, medical grade peels, HydroLUX/MicroLUX, MediLUX LED therapy, medical grade facials, and dermaplaning. Beauty services including brows are also available.
4. Vilight Beauty Edgecliff Clinic
Edgecliff, NSW
Vilight Beauty Edgecliff Clinic offers advanced skin treatments including microdermabrasion, chemical peels, microneedling, and skin rejuvenation facials. Additional services include LPG Endermologie, deep cleansing facials, and body contouring treatments. First-time client specials and introductory offers are available. No practitioners or email address listed on the booking page.
5. Beauty and Laser
Rose Bay, NSW
Beauty and Laser by Karen is a Rose Bay, NSW clinic founded by Karen Sher, a beauty professional with over 16 years' experience. Operating by appointment Tuesday–Saturday, the clinic offers advanced cosmetic treatments with a personalised approach and a money-back guarantee if clients are unsatisfied.
6. Merakii Beauty Room
Bondi, NSW
Merakii Beauty Room is a private skin clinic in Bondi, NSW offering customised facial treatments including microdermabrasion, corrective chemical peels, collagen induction therapy (skin needling), RF skin tightening, LED light therapy, LaseMD Ultra, dermaplaning, and bespoke facials. Skincare products from brands including Dr Spiller, Biopelle, and Dermaceutic are also retailed.
7. Laser Aesthetic
Manly, NSW
Laser Aesthetic, located in Manly NSW, has operated since 2004. Owned by Vouch, a 15-year accredited laser technician, the studio specialises in CO2 ablative laser therapy using Quanta Systems equipment. Services include laser skin resurfacing, laser hair removal, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and skin rejuvenation for men and women.
8. LaserALL Dermal Clinics
North Willoughby, NSW
LaserALL Dermal Clinics is a laser and dermal therapy skin clinic located in North Willoughby on Sydney's North Shore, near Chatswood. They offer advanced laser and cosmetic skin treatments for all skin types, using the latest technology with personalised treatment plans for concerns including pigmentation, wrinkles, acne, and rejuvenation.
9. The Skin Medisuite
Bondi Junction, NSW
The Skin Medisuite in Bondi Junction, NSW, is co-founded by registered nurses Myko Okada and Khon Tang. Services include HydraFacial (DermaFacial), microdermabrasion with collagen stimulation, microneedling with exosomes, Pico laser, wrinkle reduction, LED light therapy, and a Korean Glass Skin Booster. The clinic emphasises evidence-based, patient-centred aesthetic care.
10. Soliman Aesthetics
Granville, NSW
Soliman Aesthetics, founded in 1995 by Dr Adel Soliman and rebranded from La Sante Medispa, is a family-run cosmetic medicine clinic in Sydney. Services include PRP/PRF skin rejuvenation, pigmentation treatment, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and skin tightening. The team includes cosmetic physicians, a specialist plastic surgeon, nurses, pharmacists, and beauty therapists.
11. The Cosmetic Lounge Paddington
Paddington, NSW
The Cosmetic Lounge Paddington is located at 198 Oxford Street, Paddington NSW 2021. The clinic offers professional medical aesthetic services including chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and cosmetic injectables such as anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers, with treatments like facial slimming, fox eyes, and non-surgical butt lift also available.
12. Beauty Clinic CBD
Sydney, NSW
Beauty Clinic CBD in Sydney offers cosmetic services including HydraFacial, chemical peels, BBL photo rejuvenation, and laser/ice hair removal. The clinic also provides microcurrent facials and skincare kits. Special promotional pricing is available on selected treatments.
13. Derma Essence Skin
Sydney, NSW
Derma Essence Skin is a Sydney CBD clinic located at Level 7, 428 George St, offering non-surgical skin treatments including microneedling, microdermabrasion, RF needling, HIFU 7D, plasma fibroblast, LED light therapy, and dermaplaning. Founded by Sami, the clinic focuses on natural beauty outcomes using qualified dermal therapists.
14. luxe Aesthetic Lounge
Neutral Bay, NSW
Luxe Aesthetic Lounge in Neutral Bay, NSW, is founded by dermal therapist Alice Grace with over 20 years of experience. Services include microneedling, HydraFacial, chemical peels, laser rejuvenation, LED light therapy, dermaplaning, eyebrow microblading, and eyebrow lamination, tailored to individual skin goals.
15. Anti Aging Australia
Parramatta, NSW
Anti Aging Australia in Parramatta, NSW is led by experienced cosmetologist Safy. The clinic offers non-surgical skin, face, and body treatments including microneedling, fractional CO2 laser resurfacing, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation treatment, dermal fillers, double chin reduction, and body contouring. Also available at Glebe and Kellyville.
16. NuuSkin Clinic
Sydney, NSW
NuuSkin Clinic in Sydney offers evidence-based aesthetic and medical services delivered by qualified medical professionals. Treatments include IPL photo rejuvenation, laser skin resurfacing, laser hair removal, pigmentation treatment, skin rejuvenation, and hydrodermabrasion, utilising platforms such as Alma, Candela, InMode, and Merz.
17. Evolution Laser Clinic Chatswood
Chatswood, NSW
Evolution Laser Clinic Chatswood is located in Westfield Chatswood, NSW. It offers laser hair removal, cosmetic injectables (anti-wrinkle, dermal fillers, lip fillers), skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation treatment, laser rejuvenation, and tattoo removal using PicoWay. Consultations are conducted by qualified clinical therapists and Cosmetic Registered Nurses.
18. MUSE Clinic Crows Nest
Crows Nest, NSW
MUSE Clinic is a doctor-owned and operated cosmetic medicine clinic at 114 Alexander Street, Crows Nest NSW. Led by Dr Stephen Lowe, with over 20 years' experience, the clinic offers injectables, laser treatments, skin needling, chemical peels, PRP, fat dissolving, BBL, and laser resurfacing.
19. Brilliant Skin Australia
Chatswood, NSW
Brilliant Skin Australia in Chatswood, NSW offers laser and IPL services including laser hair removal, photo rejuvenation, and pigmentation removal, plus skin services such as microneedling, microdermabrasion, hydrodermabrasion, and body contouring treatments including HIFU and RF. Cosmetic tattoo and microblading services are also available.
20. BioCell Cosmetic Clinic
Darlinghurst, NSW
BioCell Cosmetic Clinic in Darlinghurst, Sydney specialises in PRP treatments for hair regrowth and skin rejuvenation. Additional services include microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and Hydra-Infusion facials. Free consultations are available. No practitioner names or email address are listed on the website.
21. Clara Luxe Skin and Laser
Parramatta, NSW
Clara Luxe Skin and Laser (formerly Neo Body Laser Parramatta) is a Parramatta, NSW clinic offering laser hair removal, ProCell microchanneling, microdermabrasion, hydrating facials, medical grade peels, and intimate area lightening. The clinic emphasises personalised consultations, conservative clinical care, and long-term skin health over trend-based treatments.
22. CRONULLA COSMETIC MEDICINE
Cronulla, NSW
Cronulla Cosmetic Medicine is a boutique, doctor-owned clinic established in 2015 in Cronulla, NSW. Led by Dr Pete and cosmetic nurses and skin therapists, it offers cosmetic injections, laser treatments, skin and beauty treatments, anti-ageing therapies, laser hair removal, hydradermabrasion, microdermabrasion, and body treatments.
23. Evolution Laser Clinic Sydney CBD
Sydney, NSW
Evolution Laser Clinic Sydney CBD is located in Stockland Piccadilly Shopping Centre on Pitt Street. Services include laser hair removal, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, skin needling, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, pigmentation treatment, and laser rejuvenation. Cosmetic treatments are administered by registered nurses, including Nurse Laia.
24. V Beauty Skin Clinics
Sydney, NSW
V Beauty Skin Clinics is located at Level 3/95 Bathurst Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Services include hydrodermabrasion facials, laser hair removal, DPL and PicoSure laser treatments, pigmentation removal, PRP microneedling, skin boosters (Rejuran, NCTF, Teosyal), non-invasive facelifting (Thermage, HIFU, Ultherapy), and mesotherapy injectables.
25. SILK Laser Clinics Double Bay
Double Bay, NSW
SILK Laser Clinics Double Bay, located at 370 New South Head Rd, offers laser hair removal using Candela Gentle YAG and Gentle PRO lasers, skin treatments, cosmetic aesthetics, and body sculpting (CoolSculpting). Led by owner and cosmetic injector Zoya Wong with 20+ years experience. Open Monday to Saturday. Accepts Afterpay and Zip.
26. The Facial Room
Bondi Junction, NSW
The Facial Room in Bondi Junction, NSW offers facial treatments including the Pro Deep non-ablative collagen laser (Etherea 1340nm), skin needling, microdermabrasion, LED glow facials, and the Hydratone Facial using Environ products. The clinic also retails skincare brands including Environ, Dermaceutic, DP Dermaceuticals, Biopelle, BiRetix, and Jane Iredale.
27. Dr Alex Phoon - Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon
Surry Hills, NSW
Dr Alex Phoon is a certified specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon consulting from Surry Hills, Sydney. His practice focuses on surgical procedures of the breast and body, including breast augmentation, mastopexy, breast reduction, abdominoplasty, liposuction, and post-weight-loss surgery. All procedures are performed in accredited hospital facilities.
28. Stasis Laser & Dermal Clinic
Haymarket, NSW
Stasis Laser & Dermal Clinic in Haymarket, NSW offers personalised aesthetic treatments including HydraFacial and chemical peels. The team includes doctors, registered nurses, a laser therapist, and a consultant. Client reviews mention Thermage FLX, Morpheus8, Endymed, PicoSure, and skin booster treatments.
29. Verve Cosmetic Clinic
Woollahra, NSW
Verve Cosmetic Clinic in Woollahra, Sydney is a premier cosmetic and anti-ageing clinic offering facial, body, and skin rejuvenation treatments including dermal fillers, wrinkle reduction, microdermabrasion, skin needling, PRP (Vampire Treatment), laser hair removal, and IPL rejuvenation, alongside liposculpture, vaginal rejuvenation, and hormone therapy.
30. Evolution Laser Clinic Bondi Junction
Bondi Junction, NSW
Evolution Laser Clinic Bondi Junction, located inside Westfield, offers laser hair removal using Candela technology, cosmetic injectables (anti-wrinkle, dermal fillers, lip enhancement), skin needling, peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation treatment, and laser rejuvenation. The team includes doctors, registered nurses, and skin therapists.
31. Laser Clinics Australia - Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Darlinghurst, located at Shop 1/6 Oxford St, offers laser hair removal using Candela GentleLase Pro and GentleYag Pro, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation removal, and skin rejuvenation. The clinic operates seven days a week with a medically trained team.
32. Laser Clinics Australia - Potts Point
Potts Point, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Potts Point, located at Shop 46A Macleay St, offers laser hair removal, skin needling, cosmetic grade peels, microdermabrasion, BBL photo rejuvenation, and pigmentation removal. The clinic operates seven days a week with a medical team of four registered nurses using Candela GentleLase Pro and GentleYag Pro technology.
33. Beauty Affairs MediSpa CBD
Sydney, NSW
Beauty Affairs MediSpa CBD, located at 31 Market Street, Sydney, offers bespoke luxury medispa treatments including HIFU, advanced facials, pigmentation and age spot removal, cosmetic injectables, peels, microdermabrasion, and laser/IPL therapies. Staffed by four expert beauty therapists, the clinic uses premium brands and state-of-the-art equipment. Open Monday–Friday.
34. Urban Spa Neutral Bay
Neutral Bay, NSW
Urban Spa Neutral Bay is a Sydney-based advanced beauty and dermal therapy clinic offering treatments including microdermabrasion, hydro-microdermabrasion, skin needling, IPL skin rejuvenation, pigmentation removal, cosmeceutical peels, and LED light therapy, with 900+ five-star reviews across multiple locations.
35. Isabel Almeida Skin Clinic
Rose Bay, NSW
Isabel Almeida Skin Clinic, located in Double Bay (Rose Bay area), Sydney, offers beauty salon services including oxygen treatments, MP2 Venus facials, microdermabrasion, body treatments, and hair removal. Known for skin care and anti-ageing facials, the salon has been recommended by Miranda Kerr.
36. Evolution Laser Clinic Ultimo
Ultimo, NSW
Evolution Laser Clinic Ultimo, located at Shop 1/37 Bay St, offers laser hair removal, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lip augmentation, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation treatment, RF skin resurfacing, PDO threads, bio remodelling, tattoo removal and more. Complimentary consultations available seven days a week.
37. Milk Day Spa
Woollahra, NSW
Milk Day Spa in Woollahra, NSW is a medi spa offering non-invasive and traditional facial treatments including skin needling, clinical peels, and microdermabrasion (microhydrabrasion). The spa emphasises tailored skin assessments, natural and organic products, and a relaxing environment for clients seeking 'me time'.
38. Laser Clinics Australia - Bondi Junction Westfield
Bondi Junction, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Bondi Junction, located in Westfield Bondi Junction, offers laser hair removal, skin needling, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, BBL photo rejuvenation, pigmentation treatment, fat freezing, and cosmetic aesthetics. A team of five registered medical practitioners provides treatments using medical-grade technology, with complimentary consultations available.
39. Laser Clinics Australia - Neutral Bay
Neutral Bay, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Neutral Bay is located at Shop 1 & 2, 139 Military Rd, Neutral Bay NSW. Services include laser hair removal, skin needling, cosmetic grade peels, microdermabrasion, and pigmentation removal. The clinic uses Candela GentleLase Pro and GentleYag Pro technology and offers complimentary consultations.
40. Australian Skin Clinics Parramatta
Parramatta, NSW
Australian Skin Clinics Parramatta is located on Level 4 of Westfield Parramatta, NSW. Services include laser hair removal, skin needling, microdermabrasion, HydraFacial, chemical peels, pigmentation and laser treatments, cosmetic injectables, lip fillers, and CoolSculpting. The clinic is staffed by aesthetic nurses Stephanie Thwaites and Liliana Scaron.
41. Results Laser Clinic Bondi
Bondi Junction, NSW
Results Laser Clinic Bondi Junction, located in Westfield Bondi Junction, offers laser hair removal, cosmetic injectables (anti-wrinkle, dermal and lip fillers), skin needling, chemical peels, IPL photo rejuvenation, fractional RF laser, microdermabrasion, and pigmentation treatments. Services are delivered by qualified clinical therapists and registered cosmetic nurses.
42. Clear Skincare Clinic Clarence St
Sydney, NSW
Clear Skincare Clinic on Clarence Street, Sydney CBD, offers anti-ageing skin treatments, acne treatments, and laser hair removal. Services include HydraFacial, microdermabrasion, microneedling, MediPeels, laser pigmentation, laser rejuvenation, and cosmetic aesthetics including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, and lip treatments. Open Monday–Saturday.
43. Sydney Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Clinic
Sydney, NSW
Sydney Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Clinic is a doctor-only clinic in Sydney CBD with over 25 years' experience. It offers a full spectrum of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures performed by cosmetic doctors and specialist plastic surgeons, including medispa treatments such as skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and pigmentation removal.
44. Sharon MediSkin Clinic
Sydney, NSW
Sharon MediSkin Clinic is a Sydney-based Korean cosmetic skin clinic led by founder Sharon Kim, with 26+ years of experience. Specialising in non-surgical, non-injection treatments including Korean facials, skin resurfacing, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, hydrofacials, fractional laser, and non-surgical body contouring.
45. Global Skin Clinics - Sydney
Sydney, NSW
Global Skin Clinics Sydney offers results-driven skin and laser treatments including HydraFacial, Laser Genesis, RF skin resurfacing, pigmentation removal, laser hair removal, and cosmetic injections by qualified nurses. They use RMT technology and the D'Lumiere Esthetique skincare range, with free skin consultations available.
46. Australian Skin Clinics Lidcombe
Lidcombe, NSW
Australian Skin Clinics Lidcombe, located in Lidcombe Shopping Centre, NSW, offers laser hair removal using Candela medical-grade lasers, advanced skin treatments, cosmetic aesthetics, and CoolSculpting body sculpting. The team includes aesthetic nurses and laser and dermal technicians. Complimentary skin assessments are available.
47. Laser Clinics Australia - Broadway
Broadway, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Broadway, located in Broadway Shopping Centre, Ultimo NSW, offers laser hair removal, skin needling, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, pigmentation removal, and BBL treatments. The clinic uses Candela GentleLase Pro and GentleYag Pro technology and provides complimentary consultations.
48. Results Laser Clinic Parramatta
Parramatta, NSW
Results Laser Clinic Parramatta is located in Westfield Parramatta, NSW. It offers laser hair removal, cosmetic injectables (anti-wrinkle, dermal fillers, lip fillers), skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, IPL photo rejuvenation, fractional RF laser, and pigmentation removal. Treatments are delivered by qualified clinical therapists and registered cosmetic nurses.
49. Laser Clinics Australia - Sydney Westfield
Sydney, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Sydney CBD (Westfield) is located on Level 2 of Westfield Sydney, Pitt Street Mall. Services include laser hair removal, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation removal, CoolSculpting and cosmetic aesthetics. Three registered nurses are on the medical team. Phone: (02) 8188 7568.
50. Laser Clinics Australia - Sydney CBD (George St)
Sydney, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia on George Street, Sydney CBD offers laser hair removal, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation removal, and CoolSculpting. The clinic uses Candela GentleLase Pro and GentleYag Pro technology, is open Monday–Saturday, and provides complimentary consultations.
51. SILK Laser Clinics Bondi Junction
Bondi Junction, NSW
SILK Laser Clinics Bondi Junction, located at 101-107 Oxford Street, offers medical-grade laser hair removal, skin treatments (microneedling, MediPeels, microdermabrasion), cosmetic aesthetics (anti-wrinkle, fillers, lip fillers), and body sculpting including CoolSculpting. Accepts Afterpay and Zip. Open Monday–Saturday.
52. Australian Skin Clinics Mosman
Mosman, NSW
Australian Skin Clinics Mosman at 561 Military Road offers laser hair removal using Candela medical-grade lasers, skin treatments including microneedling, HydraFacial, microdermabrasion, MediPeels and pigmentation laser, cosmetic aesthetics (anti-wrinkle, fillers, lip volume), CoolSculpting body sculpting, and cosmeceutical skincare. Staffed by aesthetic nurses and laser and dermal technicians.
53. Results Laser Clinic Chatswood
Chatswood, NSW
Results Laser Clinic Chatswood is located in Westfield Chatswood, NSW. It offers laser hair removal, cosmetic injectables, skin and body treatments delivered by accredited clinical therapists and registered cosmetic nurses using medical-grade laser and IPL technologies.
54. Laser Clinics Australia - North Sydney
North Sydney, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia North Sydney is located at Shop 1B, 60 Miller St, North Sydney. The clinic offers laser hair removal, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation treatment, and cosmetic aesthetics. Three registered nurses are on the medical team. Open Monday–Saturday.
55. Evolution Laser Clinic Merrylands
Merrylands, NSW
Evolution Laser Clinic Merrylands is located in Stockland Shopping Centre, offering laser hair removal, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, lip augmentation, skin needling, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, pigmentation treatment, laser rejuvenation, and tattoo removal. The clinic is staffed by Nurse Elva and Nurse Paley and provides complimentary consultations.
56. Laser Clinics Australia - Chatswood Westfield
Chatswood, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Chatswood is located in Westfield Chatswood, NSW. Services include laser hair removal, skin needling, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, pigmentation removal, BBL/IPL, and CoolSculpting. Three registered medical professionals are on the team. Complimentary consultations are available.
57. Bondi Junction Skin Cancer Clinic
Bondi Junction, NSW
Bondi Junction Skin Cancer Clinic in Sydney specialises in skin cancer detection, diagnosis, and treatment. Celebrating 20 years in service with over 100,000 patient visits and 20,000 skin cancers diagnosed, the clinic offers full body scans, mole mapping, melanoma treatment, and prevention education. No cosmetic aesthetic services are listed.
58. Laser Clinics Australia - Parramatta Westfield
Parramatta, NSW
Laser Clinics Australia Parramatta Westfield is located in Westfield Parramatta, NSW. Services include laser hair removal using Candela GentleLase Pro and GentleYag Pro, skin needling, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, pigmentation removal, and cosmetic aesthetics. Complimentary consultations are available. Open seven days a week.
59. Complete Skin Centre
Surry Hills, NSW
Complete Skin Centre in Surry Hills, NSW is a boutique skin clinic offering tailored treatment plans for concerns including acne, pigmentation, sun damage, fine lines and skin hydration. Using advanced technology and cosmeceutical products, their experienced therapists aim to deliver affordable, noticeable skin transformation results.
60. Sydney Skin Institute
Sydney, NSW
Sydney Skin Institute is directed by Dr Jeremy Hunt, a FRACS-qualified plastic surgeon. The clinic offers anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, chemical peels, IPL photorejuvenation, and microdermabrasion, alongside medical-grade skincare products. Consultations can be arranged by phone at 02 9327 1511.
What is microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a mechanical exfoliation treatment that uses either a fine stream of crystals or a diamond-tipped wand to gently buff away the outermost layer of dead, dull skin cells. A vacuum component lifts away the debris at the same time. The aim is to reveal fresher skin underneath, encourage cell turnover and improve the look of texture, mild congestion, dullness and the early signs of ageing.
It's one of the more superficial skin treatments available, which makes it popular as a low-commitment option. Unlike chemical peels or laser, it works only on the surface, so it's generally well tolerated and suits a range of skin types. That said, it won't dramatically change deeper concerns like significant scarring, pigmentation or fine lines — for those, you may need a more intensive treatment plan.
What to expect during a treatment
A typical session takes around 30 to 45 minutes. After cleansing, your therapist passes the device across your skin in measured strokes. Most people describe the sensation as a mild scratchy or gritty feeling with a slight suction — uncomfortable for some but rarely painful. There's usually no anaesthetic required.
Afterwards, your skin may look a little pink and feel tight or sensitive for a few hours, occasionally up to a day. This is considered minimal downtime, and most people return to normal activities straight away. Your therapist should apply a hydrating product and sunscreen, and you'll be advised to avoid sun exposure, harsh actives (like retinoids and strong acids) and exfoliating scrubs for a few days.
Results are subtle and cumulative. Many clinics recommend a course of treatments — often spaced two to four weeks apart — for noticeable, lasting improvement, with maintenance sessions afterwards.
Typical price ranges in Sydney
Pricing varies by clinic, location, the type of device used and whether the treatment is bundled with add-ons like a mask or LED therapy. As a general guide, a single microdermabrasion session in Sydney commonly ranges from around $80 to $180, with multi-session packages offering a lower per-treatment cost. Premium clinics or treatments combined with other services may sit higher.
These figures are indicative only — always confirm current pricing directly with the clinic, and ask whether the quote includes consultation, aftercare products or any add-ons.
How to choose a clinic in Sydney
Sydney has plenty of options, from CBD medi-spas to suburban skin clinics in areas like Parramatta. The clinics featured on this page span a range of locations and review profiles — for example, Boutique Cosmetic Clinic in North Parramatta and V Beauty Skin Clinics in the Sydney CBD are among the higher-rated listings, while larger chains like Results Laser Clinic Parramatta and Laser Clinics Australia carry hundreds of reviews. Reviews are a useful starting point, but read a mix of recent ones and look for comments about therapist skill, hygiene and results rather than just the score.
When choosing, consider:
- Therapist qualifications and experience — ask who performs the treatment and what training they have in skin therapy.
- A proper skin consultation — a good clinic assesses your skin first and tells you honestly whether microdermabrasion is the right option for your concerns.
- Hygiene standards — single-use tips or properly sterilised equipment matter.
- Realistic expectations — be wary of anyone promising dramatic transformation from a surface treatment.
- Convenience — location and appointment availability count if you're planning a course of sessions.
Safety and regulation
Microdermabrasion itself is a non-medical, low-risk treatment and is generally performed by trained beauty therapists or dermal clinicians rather than doctors or nurses. However, if you're considering it as part of a broader plan that includes injectable or medical treatments (such as cosmetic injectables, certain peels or laser), it's important to check that those services are delivered by an appropriately qualified, AHPRA-registered practitioner. You can verify any doctor's or nurse's registration for free on the AHPRA website.
Microdermabrasion isn't suitable for everyone. It's generally not recommended if you have active acne, rosacea flare-ups, eczema, open wounds, cold sores, recent sunburn or if you're using certain medications that thin the skin. A reputable clinic will screen for these during your consultation.
Questions to ask before booking
- What type of microdermabrasion device do you use (crystal or diamond-tip)?
- Who will perform my treatment, and what are their qualifications?
- Is a consultation included before the first session?
- How many sessions do you recommend for my concerns, and why?
- What's the total cost, including any packages or add-ons?
- What aftercare do I need to follow, and is there any downtime?
- Are there any reasons my skin might not be suitable?
Taking a few minutes to ask these questions helps you find a clinic that's transparent, safe and genuinely focused on results rather than just a quick sale.
Other treatments in Sydney
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Frequently asked questions
How much does microdermabrasion cost in Sydney?
A single session typically ranges from around $80 to $180, with packages reducing the per-treatment cost. Prices vary by clinic, device and any add-ons, so confirm the current cost directly with the clinic before booking.
Is there any downtime after microdermabrasion?
Downtime is minimal. Your skin may look slightly pink and feel tight or sensitive for a few hours, occasionally up to a day. Most people return to normal activities immediately, but you should avoid sun exposure and harsh skincare for a few days.
Is microdermabrasion safe?
It's a low-risk, non-invasive surface treatment that's generally well tolerated. It's not suitable for everyone, though — those with active acne, rosacea, eczema, open wounds or recent sunburn should avoid it. A proper consultation will screen for suitability.
Do I need to check AHPRA registration for microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion itself is a non-medical treatment usually performed by trained beauty or dermal therapists. However, if your treatment plan includes injectable or medical procedures, check that the practitioner is AHPRA-registered via the AHPRA website.
How many sessions of microdermabrasion will I need?
Results are cumulative, so many clinics recommend a course of several sessions spaced two to four weeks apart, followed by maintenance treatments. Your therapist should suggest a plan based on your skin and goals during your consultation.