This was my first microdermabrasion so I don't have a good reference to compare but I can say that the experience was quite average and I didn't see any improvement to my skin afterwards. The beautician was pleasant enough but the main treatment (a sort of suction on your face) and was done quite roughly and felt rushed over 10 minutes. Then a face mask was applied and left for 10 minutes and then your face is washed off, moisturisers put on and it's over. I haven't seen any improvement to my clogged pores or the appearance of my skin as a result.