While we’re down to try anything in the name of beauty, we were slightly hesitant when it came to dermaplaning. If this is the first you’ve heard of dermaplaning, it’s a form of exfoliation where an aesthetician uses a scalpel to remove dead skin and peach fuzz. The result? Brighter, more radiant skin that’ll last A MONTH.
What is Dermaplaning?
Dermaplaning is a treatment where a doctor uses a scalpel-like blade to remove the dead skin that sits on the surface of your skin and makes it appear dull and congested. It’ll also “shave” off any peach fuzz, leaving you with a more radiant, smoother complexion. The process is pain-free and will normally take 20-30 mins. It will typically be combined with another skincare treatment, usually something hydrating and nourishing.
The Benefits of Dermaplaning
If you need a little more convincing to allow a stranger to approach your face with a knife, get ready to be won over. Elena explains “Dermaplaning is a safe and effective physical form of exfoliation. It eliminates dead skin cells, increases product absorption and efficacy. It promotes skin cell turn over, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, lessens acne occurrence, brightens skin and reduces hyper-pigmentation. Besides this it helps makeup application look smooth and flawless.” In short “Dermaplaning removes up to 21 days of dead skin cells and the results last up to four weeks.”
Although Elena states that “Dermaplaning’s safe and effective for most skin types” it can cause irritation if the client has “active acne or extremely sensitive skin. It should also be avoided by clients with open wounds, raised lesions or if they have an allergy to nickel or have used Accutane within six months.” Similarly, it can be a little more difficult with very oily skin as the blade can snag a little.
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