Dermaplaning

What is Dermaplaning Treatment?

Dermaplaning, a minimally invasive procedure that utilizes exfoliation, removes dead skin cells and the top layers of the skin, and is known for being able to remove facial hair and result in healthier-looking and brighter skin. The cosmetic procedure not only provides one’s skin with a clearer appearance but, through removing the dead skin from the face, aids in cell metabolism and skin cell turnover, and improves uneven skin tone and texture.

Who is a Candidate for the Dermaplaning Procedure?

While dermaplaning treatments boast several different benefits, there are some patients who are better suited to other procedures. For instance, for people who are prone to excessive hair growth, especially due to a hormonal imbalance, such as hirsutism, dermaplaning is advised against as it can potentially produce thicker and darker hair regrowth. Those with severe skin issues, such as eczema, psoriasis, inflamed or cystic acne, or extremely sensitive skin, should avoid dermaplaning until these issues are resolved. A consultation can determine whether dermaplaning is right for you.

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The Procedure

Dermaplaning is a relatively simple skin treatment. A trained technician (RN or NP) will run a sterile blade slowly across the skin at a 45-degree angle. This removes dead skin cells, scar tissue, debris, and unwanted hair growth from the skin’s surface. The procedure can be completed quickly and comfortably; you should not feel any pain during a professional dermaplaning procedure. That said, we can offer a numbing cream if necessary.

Benefits

of Dermaplaning

Aside from the ability to exfoliate dead skin cells and the resultant effects, dermaplaning treatment offers a variety of benefits:

Removes Dead Skin Cells

Dermaplaning effectively eliminates dead skin cells, revealing a smoother and brighter complexion.

Helps Improve Skin Texture

By removing dead skin and impurities, dermaplaning enhances skin texture, resulting in a more even and refined appearance.

Reduces Deep Acne Scars

Dermaplaning can help diminish the appearance of deep scars, including acne scars and pockmarks, for clearer, more youthful-looking skin.

Removes Peach Fuzz and Fine Facial Hairs

The treatment removes unwanted peach fuzz and fine hairs, leaving the skin looking smooth and polished.

Enhances Product Absorption

By clearing away dead skin and hair, dermaplaning allows your skincare products to penetrate deeper, improving their effectiveness.

Provides Smoother, Silkier Skin

Dermaplaning leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth, and rejuvenated, giving it a silkier texture.

Quick and Safe Process with No Downtime Needed

Dermaplaning is a fast and safe procedure with minimal downtime, suitable for most skin types, barring specific skin conditions.

Low-Risk and Non-Invasive

In the hands of a trained professional, dermaplaning is a low-risk, non-invasive treatment that rejuvenates the skin and removes unwanted hair.

The Results

Regarding post-treatment, it is advised that you avoid exposure to too much sun or heat for approximately three days after the procedure. Since the skin is vulnerable, you should also avoid using exfoliants, aha/Baha, and retinol, and apply sunscreen for up to a week or two. You’ll also want to avoid having skin treatments like a chemical peel or laser treatment.

In terms of how often you can and should get the dermaplaning procedure done, it is suggested, for the best results, that you visit once a month, four weeks apart, for each treatment. After dermaplaning, you will likely experience some redness, which quickly resolves.

To see if dermaplaning is right for you, schedule a consultation at J. Sweat Plastic Surgery. Call our Sacramento office at (916) 400-0822 or request your appointment online.

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