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Microdermabrasion
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Rejuvenator promises instant gratification (Smooth texture! Healthy glow! Even tone!) akin to pricey professional microdermabrasion (exfoliating by gently “sandblasting” the skin with microparticles). Featuring a handheld vibrating wand, the device is intimidating at first, but if you possess basic hand-eye coordination, it’s a snap to use. I just stick a Rejuvenating Puff on the applicator and soak it with water, turn it on and run the buffer over my face. After using it for a week, my skin feels supersmooth and has that healthy, shiny look; professional microderm does the same, except just one visit can help visibly diminish discolorations or hyperpigmentation (something an at-home kit takes longer to do).

Professional microderm isn’t a one-time thing, though—experts recommend returning every week or two (at about $100 per session) to get the full benefits. Because the Neutrogena product comes with a month’s worth of treatments, it’s a skin-saving bargain. $40 at Walgreens, locations citywide.—Jessica Girdwain

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