Dermaplaning
How It Works: A licensed professional, who is trained in the procedure, uses a sterile scalpel to scrape off the stratum corneum (top layer of dead skin) and vellus hair (light peach fuzz).
Good Candidates vs Bad Candidates: The great thing about dermaplaning is that it is acceptable for all ranges of the Fitzpatrick Scale (skin tone). Anyone with dull, flaky, congested skin make for great candidates. Clients with deeper issues related to hyperpigmentation and fine lines would benefit from this procedure. On the other hand, there are certain contraindications that make it an unsuitable treatment for a select demographic. This would include clients taking blood thinners, Accutane, and/or daily aspirin. Acne grades 3 and above, as well as clients having an active outbreak should not undergo treatment. Clients who are diabetic should not dermaplane. Lastly, men are less than ideal candidates due to the rougher, tougher hair they have on their face. Exfoliation involving Hydrafacial, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion would be a better route for male clients.
The Results: Clients are absolutely glowing. Fresh, healthy skin is revealed after removing the keratinized cells. By scraping the dead skin off, it allows a smooth pathway for treatment serums/products to penetrate 10x better. Clients will notice a more even skin tone, softening of fine lines/wrinkles, and pores will shrink. Makeup goes on smoother and looks fresher. Results tend to be instant, but of course the optimal results are seen with sequenced treatments. Every 28 days is ideal as that is the average rate of cellular turnover.
Will That Facial Hair Grow Back Thicker, Darker, etc.?: This is a common question that arises with dermaplaning. No, it is physiologically impossible for dermaplaning to alter the state in which your hair grows. Fluctuations in hormones are mainly the culprit of hair growth.