Dermaplaning is a non-invasive, exfoliating treatment that manually removes dead skin cells and vellus hair on the face. Before the treatment, your provider will use a gentle cleanser on your skin to remove any oil, bacteria and dirt. By holding the skin taut, a sterile 10-gauge blade is stroked across the skin at a 45-degree angle. This removes the top layer of damaged skin so newer skin under the surface is revealed. After this process, your skin will be gently wiped down with a warm towel to remove any dirt and peach fuzz.

Dermaplaning is a completely painless treatment! Although it involves the use of a scalpel, an incision is never made; the scalpel delicately glides just above the outermost layer of skin, removing any hair and dead skin cells in its path.

This treatment is extremely safe when performed by an experienced Medical Aesthetician. It is non-invasive comparable to a man shaving his face. Dermaplaning is also safe for pregnant and nursing women.

Dermaplaning does not cause acne. This exfoliating treatment can actually help improve it! Dead skin cells can lead to clogged pores and hair follicles which can result in acne, pimples and whiteheads. Removing the top layer of your skin will also allow for acne medication (if applicable) to penetrate deeper and increase its effectiveness. However, Dermaplaning cannot be performed on skin with active acne.

Dermaplaning is performed on the face, under the chin and sides of the neck. Dermaplaning should not be done on the eyelids or chest. Sometimes, technicians who are still learning practice on forearms and legs as the skin is tougher in these areas.

It is physiologically impossible for vellus hair, also known as peach-fuzz, to grow back thicker or darker. Vellus hair, when cut or removed, will grow back the same, as the structure of the hair is not damaged.