The Ultimate Guide to Dermaplaning: What You Need to Know
Dermaplaning has become a popular skincare treatment, celebrated for its ability to manually exfoliate the skin and remove peach fuzz. But what exactly is dermaplaning, and is it the right treatment for you? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore what dermaplaning entails, its pros and cons, the differences between professional and at-home treatments, and who should avoid it.
What is Dermaplaning?
Dermaplaning is a non-invasive cosmetic procedure that involves using a sterile surgical scalpel to gently scrape off the top layer of dead skin cells and fine vellus hair (commonly known as peach fuzz) from the face. This treatment aims to reveal smoother, brighter skin and improve the overall texture and appearance, especially under makeup.
What are the Pros and Cons?
Pros of Dermaplaning:
- Exfoliation:
- Removes dead skin cells, leaving the skin looking smoother and more radiant.
- Enhances the effectiveness of skincare products by allowing better absorption without this extra layer of skin.
- Hair Removal:
- Eliminates peach fuzz, resulting in a smoother makeup application.
- Improved Skin Texture:
- Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and minor acne scars.
- Skin appears smooth because makeup and tinted products no longer accumulate on the hair.
- Immediate Results:
- Offers instant results with no downtime required.
Cons of Dermaplaning:
- Potential for Irritation:
- Can cause redness and irritation, particularly for those with sensitive skin.
- Products that your skin normally tolerates may be too harsh without the protective dead layer of skin. Treat your skin gently after dermaplaning. Do not use harsh chemicals or actives like acid (AHAs or BHAs) unless otherwise recommended by your service provider.
- Temporary Results:
- Needs to be repeated every few weeks to maintain the benefits. Hair grows back, but not thicker than before, that’s a myth.
- If your hair is dark and thick, Laser Hair Removal might be a better option for you. It is a more permanent solution.
- Cost:
- Professional treatments can be expensive, but we generally have specials on services, especially dermaplaning, because it’s one of our favorites! Regular Price is $80.
- Also, remember, dermaplaning can be added onto any facial for $55!
What are the Risks of Home Dermaplaning?
The Cons of Home Dermaplaning can be many:
Potential for Irritation or Cuts:
Improper technique can lead to cuts, irritation, and uneven results. Cuts and spreading of acne will completely undermine the look you are going for!
Hygiene:
Risk of infection if tools are not properly sanitized. If you are doing this at home, STOP! If you refuse to stop, can you shave with a regular razor instead of the eyebrow razor? The eyebrow razor will damage your skin.
Limited Effectiveness:
Home tools are not as effective as professional-grade equipment. We change our blades throughout the treatment based upon the shape of your face, amount of hair, and efficacy of the hair removal.
If you are scrapping an old eyebrow razor across your face and using it TWICE, please just stop and live with the hair. You are doing more damage than good.
Again, Laser hair removal will work on dark thick hair, so you are lucky, let’s zap it! Pricing info for Laser Hair Removal, Peoria, IL.
Which is Best: Professional or Home Treatments?
Benefits of a Professional Dermaplaning Facial:
Professional Expertise:
Performed by trained professionals, ensuring proper technique and safety.
Our dermaplaning is done by our Nurse Practitioner, Nurse, and Licensed Esthetician.
Sanitary Conditions:
Salons follow strict hygiene protocols, reducing the risk of infection.
We follow strict protocols to prevent the transfer of infections and to reduce your risk of infection after dermaplaning.
Advanced Tools:
Access to professional-grade tools that provide better results. We use sterile surgical blades that are not in the same ballpark as your at home eyebrow razor, especially if you reuse them!
Who is an Ideal Candidate for Dermaplaning?
You Will Love Dermaplaning if you Have:
Lots of Fine Vellus or Thick Dark Facial Hair or PCOS:
If you have lots of troublesome hair on your face, this is the treatment for you! You may also be a candidate for laser hair removal!
Normal to Dry Skin Types:
Typically experience the best results.
Dull Skin:
Uneven Skin Texture:
Looking to improve brightness and smoothness.
Beneficial for smoothing out the skin’s surface, especially when paired with a chemical peel or enzyme treatment.
Try our dermaplaning services, you wont be sorry!
Dermaplaning can be an effective way to exfoliate and rejuvenate your skin, but it’s important to weigh the pros and cons and consider whether it’s the right treatment for your skin type and condition. If you’re unsure, make a consult with our Nurse Practitioner to determine the best approach for your skincare needs.
Don’t miss out on smooth radiant skin!
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