Dermabrasion being a mechanical process is better controlled the depth of peeling; healing is faster and less discomfort than phenol peeling. Removes epidermis and superficial dermis, used in the treatment of: scars (including traumatic), acne, postoperative scars, actinic keratosis, decorative or traumatic tattoos, but especially for the treatment of fine wrinkles in the perioral region.

Dermabrasion is a mechanical process, so the depth of peeling is better controlled, and healing is faster and less discomfort than peeling with phenols.

Erythema disappears more quickly, and for black patients dermabrasion has a lower bleaching effect than phenol.