Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning is the controlled scraping of the skin using a sterile, surgical blade held at 45-degree angle for the removal of dead skin cells and fine vellus hair also referred to as “peach fuzz.” The treatment is very relaxing and painless.
Dermaplaning is a mechanical exfoliation process that is extremely safe when administered by a licensed aesthetician. Treatment areas include face and neck.
What does my skin look like after a dermaplane facial?
After a dermaplane facial your skin may appear mildly red, will be smoother and glow instantly. It is important to keep the skin well hydrated and protected by daily sunscreen post treatment.
What are the benefits of dermaplaning?
This is an excellent treatment to do days prior to photo-shoots, weddings or other big events that may occur in your life. Dermaplaning treatments give you smoother skin and create the perfect canvas for makeup application. You will not have any downtime with dermaplaning unless combined with other treatments.
What treatments can be followed by dermaplaning on the same day?
Today, dermaplaning is combined with many modalities to prep the skin prior to chemical peels, enzyme masks, HydroFacial, microcurrent, LED red and blue light, IPL and microneedling.
When should I wait to have a dermaplane facial?
- Wait one-week post Botox and filler injections before you have dermaplaning
- Wait 14 days post chemical peel or IPL before you have a dermaplane facial
- Stop using Retin-A 5 days prior to treatment
Is Dermaplaning safe?
It is extremely safe when administered by a licensed and professionally trained aesthetician.
Will my hair grow back thicker?
No, this is physiologically impossible. The soft, fine vellus hair will grow back slowly usually in about 4-8 weeks.
There are two types of hair that grow on our bodies:
- Vellus hair is the thin, fine, soft hair that typically covers the entire body
- Terminal hair is the course hair that grows on the head, face in men, underarms, legs and pubic areas
