DERMAPLANING
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Dermaplaning is an excellent anti-aging treatment that provides both immediate and cumulative results with each facial you receive. Dermaplaning is a physical form of exfoliation that removes dead skin cells and vellus hair from the surface of your skin. Your face should feel softer and look brighter than ever!
Pre-Treatment:
If you have active sores, open wounds, active breakouts on your face and neck please reach out to your Aesthetician to reschedule your appointment.
Please do not use Retin-A for 5 days pre and post dermaplaning.
If the active breakout is pretty small there is a possiblity we could go around it, if you are unsure if you should reschedule then please reach out to your Aesthetician before your appointment. We ask for 24 hours notice for reschedules and cancellations so please do so before then.
Post- Treatment:
Be sure to take care of your skin following dermaplaning and other anti-aging treatments. Following these instructions will maintain your results longer and help you avoid complications.
Cleanse: Use a gentle cleanser and warm, not hot water. Splash water on face. Do not use abrasive cleansers, wash cloths, clarisonic, or hot shower spray for the first 24-48 hours. Do not use cleansers, serums, or spot treatments containing retinol, salicylic acid, or Benzoyl Peroxide for 5 days following treatments.
Serums: Active Ingredients in serums penetrate much better now, so you'll see quicker results. Ask your Aesthetician about the right serums for your skin. Please do not use Retin-A for 5 days pre and post dermaplaning. For darker skin tones: use a brightening serum to reduce any risk of PIH. Ask your Aesthetician for Recommendations.
Moisturizer: Choose a hydrating moistuizer and apply twice daily. It's common for skin to feel tight but dewy to the touch. This is good and will only last a short time. Moisturizer locks in skin's hydration with the added absorbtion of its own active ingredients. For darker skin tones: Use a 1% hydrocortisone cream for 5 days following treatment to calm inflammation and reduce any risk of PIH.
SPF: Your skin is more vulnerable to UV rays after exfoliation. SPF is essential to protect your skin- even on cloudy days when UVA rays are present.
Makeup: Makeup can irritate skin after dermaplaning. Bacteria, alcohols, colorants, and fragrance are all irritants that can cause contact dermatitis. Be sure to clean your makeup brushes, replace your sponges, and apply clean makeup to minimize the risk. We recommend mineral makeup or tinted spf for its purity and non-comdegenic properties.
DO: Avoid sun exposure as much as possible. If you must be in the sun, apply and reapply spf every 2 hours, wear a hat, and sit in the shade.
DO: Delay exposure to excessive heat, heavy workouts, steam rooms and saunas for 24-48 hours post treatment.
DO: Wait 7 days before having facial waxing done. Waxing may be done prior to dermaplaning. The Aesthetician will only dermaplane up to the waxing broder so as not to over stress your skin.
DO: Schedule your appointments 4 weeks apart to optimize results.
DO: Call your Aesthetician with both compliments and concerns or questions.
THE BENEFITS
Exfoliation removes dead cells and built-up debris on the skin's surface, resulting in smoother and brighter skin
Dermaplaning is totally non-invasive, and it doesn't harm or traumatize your skin in any way. Dermaplaning is gentle enough to be combined with other procedures such as chemical peels or facials to enhance results
Allows skincare products to penetrate more effectively into the skin, maximizing their benefits
With the removal of peach fuzz and dead skin cells, makeup application becomes smoother and more flawless
Immediate results after dermaplaning treatment with smoother, more radiant skin
By removing the top layer of dead skin cells, it stimulates the skin's cell turnover process, resulting in healthier skin