Dermaplaning facial
Dermaplaning facial is an innovative approach to removing dead skin cells, allowing a jump start for skin renewal and infusion of nutrients. It is a simple and safe procedure for exfoliating the epidermis and ridding the skin of fine vellus hair (peach fuzz). Dermaplaning is most often used on those with rough, dry skin, superficial hyperpigmentation, mild acne scarring, or fine lines and wrinkles. This treatment results in a more refined, smooth, “glowing” appearance. Dermaplaning is only performed by licensed Estheticians that have been certified specifically for the treatment.
Dermaplaning is a safe and simple procedure for exfoliating the epidermis to eliminate the skin of the peach fuzz – vellus hair (soft facial hair) and also remove dead skin cells. A surgical blade is used to take off the build-up of dead skin, blocked pores and built up oils that can get trapped within the vellus hair. Dermaplaning results produce a smooth and glowing appearance with improved ease for makeup application. Additionally, this can also help with reducing fine lines, mild acne scarring and smoothing out bumpy skin complexion’s. It has recently become a celebrity popular treatment but has actually been around for some years.
This treatment is ideal for those with rough, dry skin, mild acne scarring and oily skin to leave you looking and feeling refreshed not to mention that baby soft skin feel. Totally invasive, painless and no recovery time needed.
Results are instant and unlike microdermabrasion, you will not need a course of treatments to see results. We recommend dermaplaning every 4 weeks but this is a personal preference for your hair growth. Please do not worry about speeding up hair growth as the vellus hair will regrow at the same rate and will not regrow any different.
Pre-Treatment
A few simple guidelines and advice to prepare you for your treatment to give you the best results!
- Do not use Retin-A or other exfoliating creams 24-72 hrs prior to your treatment.
- Avoid sun tanning or tanning creams and sprays for at least a week before treatment.
- You must NOT have recently had laser surgery or used Accutane. Accutane therapy, also known as isotretinoin, is a medication on the market for acne, clients must wait at least 6 months after completing therapy before treatment.
- For any chemical peel, fillers, botox or other skin procedures a two-week break should be applied before undergoing dermaplaning.
- Clients that suffer from cold sores will have to wait until there are no outbreaks before having dermaplaning treatment.
Post-Treatment
To maximise dermaplaning results, it is important to follow all instructions.
- The morning after the procedure you may wash your face with a gentle, acid-free cleanser, tepid water and avoid topical products that contain alpha or beta hydroxyl acids, retinols or retin-A for approximately 72 hours.
- Avoid sun exposure as much as possible, apply minimum SPF 30 and reapply often.
- Avoid excessive heat 14 days post-treatment, ie heavy workouts, steam or saunas etc.
- Avoid facial waxing for 7 days.
- Avoid dermal fillers and Botox/Xeomin for 2-3 weeks.
- Do not pick, scratch or rub treated areas.
- No scrubs, polishers or aggressive brushes should be used for 7 days.
- Do apply serums as absorption levels will be elevated.
- You may experience slight peeling few days, slight windburn sensation and blotchiness are normal the first few days.
- Skincare products may slightly burn the first few days.
- Make-up may be worn as long as the skin is not broken.
- For best results, Dermaplaning treatments are recommended every 4-6 weeks
