The low-down on an at-home dermabrasion facial device

Each week, Stephanie Darling roadtests a different makeup or skincare trend to find out whether it’s worth your time. Ahead, the trial of an at-home hydra-dermabrasion kit.

It’s a bit like a cat licking my face with its rough tongue, with some suction thrown in, and really quite addictive.Credit:iStock

Road Test

I have been waiting to trial this hydra-dermabrasion kit at home and now seems the perfect time.

The lowdown The Aceology Hydra-Dermabrasion Facial Device uses vacuum-pressure technology to suction off dead skin cells and clear out blocked pores. I am always a little shy of devices that require me to operate them (I’m challenged enough with my hair dryer) but this little beauty is so easy. I plug it in and pour the skincare solution into the top bucket. Next, I double-cleanse my face, first with a micellar water (Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micelle Solution; adorebeauty.com.au, $30), then with a cleansing balm (Sephora Collection Melting Cleansing Balm; sephora.com.au, $30), to remove all make-up and sunscreen. I then apply a hot flannel to open up my pores. Now, for the moment of truth: I turn it on and run the suction wand over my face in sections while I watch the waste bucket fill up with all the detritus on my skin. Supremely satisfying.

Downtime Ten minutes.

Pain factor It’s a bit like a cat licking my face with its rough tongue, with some suction thrown in, and really quite addictive.

Results My skin is crystal clear and smooth. I can’t wait to try it out on my son Jonah when I next get the chance to give him a mummy facial.

Where to get it The Aceology Hydra-Dermabrasion Facial Device (aceology.co, $349).

Bumble and Bumble Prêt-à-Powder Post Workout Dry Shampoo Mist, $46. Wella EIMI Dry Me Shampoo, $20. Klorane Dry Shampoo With Nettle, $16.Credit:Jennifer Soo

Trend: head start

Standards seem to have fallen by the wayside when it comes to good-hair days in lockdown, so I am churning through the dry shampoos. Here are three of my favourite finds that not only soak up excess oil but also provide extra volume.

Sunday Riley Auto Correct Eye Serum.Credit:Jennifer Soo

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My eyes are looking for some attention, so I’ve pulled out the big guns in the shape of Sunday Riley Auto Correct Eye Serum (mecca.com.au, $99). Caffeine and ginseng help to reduce puffiness and antioxidant-rich lutein and horse chestnut hydrate the delicate eye area.

Ask Steph

How can I disguise grey roots during lockdown?
I am impressed with L’Oréal Paris Magic Retouch Temporary Root Concealer Spray in Light Brown (chemistwarehouse.com.au, $14.50) for my balayaged hair. It’s so easy to apply and really does a wonderful job.

Follow Stephanie Darling on Instagram @mrssdarling. Send questions to stephanie@darlingbeauty.com.au.

This article appears in Sunday Life magazine within the Sun-Herald and the Sunday Age on sale August 22. To read more from Sunday Life, visit The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age.

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