dermaplaning
Treatment & Technology
Dermaplaning removes dead skin cells and facial peach fuzz by gently removing the top layer of skin with a sterile surgical blade. This mechanical exfoliation stimulates the cell regeneration process, improves skin texture, complexion, and glow, and allows for better absorption of skin care products. It is also an excellent alternative for sensitive skin to other types of exfoliations.
Treatment areas for dermaplaning
Dermaplaning is usually performed on the entire face, but it is also possible to treat the skin on the neck in the same session. All skin types and phototypes (even sensitive skin) can be treated with dermaplaning, except for extremely oily skin and patients with active acne breakouts. Men can receive the treatment as long as they are shaved. A session lasts approximately one hour.
BENEFITS
The benefits of dermaplaning depend on your skin type, tone, medical history, and the quality of the professional performing your dermaplaning.
The benefits of dermaplaning are cosmetic and may include:
- Brighter, more youthful skin tone
- Removing small hairs or peach fuzz
- Reducing fine lines and wrinkles
- Smoother skin
- Ease hyperpigmentation
- Evening skin tone
- Removing bacteria and clearing pores to limit breakouts
- Reducing deep scars from acne or pox
DERMAPLANING PROCEDURE
Dermaplaning is a noninvasive, outpatient procedure. Before beginning, your provider may cleanse your skin with an alpha- or beta-hydroxy acid to loosen skin cells. While dermaplaning doesn’t hurt when done correctly, you may receive a numbing cream as a precaution.
During your dermaplaning session, a scalpel gently glides along your skin at a 45-degree angle to exfoliate your skin and remove hair. The length of your dermaplaning session depends upon how much area is covered. A facial session typically takes 30 minutes but can last up to an hour and a half.
POST TREATMENT
Taking care of your skin care is essential after dermaplaning. Be gentle with your skin for the next few days. Your practitioner will likely advise the following:
- Avoid harsh cleaners, toners or exfoliants.
- Apply soothing moisturizer and sunscreen daily.
- Avoid direct sunlight.
- Avoid heavy makeup.
There’s no downtime needed to let your skin heal. Experts recommend using a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 and a moisturizer afterward. That’s because your skin may be more sensitive.
You can do dermaplaning every 3 to 4 weeks. But it’s important to remember it won’t get rid of all acne scars or stop aging. Schedule an appointment with a dermatologist if you’re concerned about your skin.