Dermaplaning

Exfoliation helps your skincare products penetrate the skin and improve their results. With that said, the days immediately following a Dermaplaning treatment are the best time for your makeup. Whether it’s vitamin C serums or hyaluronic acid-based products, Dermaplaning will enhance their penetration because these types of products are lightweight enough to reach the bottom layers of your epidermis, but they’re not able to go much deeper than that without assistance. Because your practitioner removes dead skin cells from your face, it is smoother and will better absorb the makeup pigments. Foundation and powder will also appear smoother on your skin because you will not have small lines or hairs compromising the look of your makeup through creases.

Another benefit of Dermaplaning is helping your facial cells regrow, allowing serums and moisturizers to seep into the skin. The procedure helps patients with dry and uneven skin tones, because it gets rid of the cracked epidermis. This type of exfoliation can even take away some types of acne scars. Also, because your skin pores are unclogged, your skin can become less prone to acne breakouts.

During exfoliation, your natural oil, known as sebum, is spread out, preventing it from accumulating in one area, and eliminating dead skin cells. This prevents breakouts, as the chances of clogged pores decrease when dead skin cells are eliminated. Exfoliating also promotes cell turnover, so you get healthier, glowing skin over time.

If you’re the type whose face gets irritated from one session of dermabrasion, you might be better suited for Dermaplaning. Although it uses a scalpel to scrape skin cells, it is painless.

Dermaplaning treatment is also an excellent option for people with sensitive skin. If you are pregnant, Dermaplaning exfoliation is also a good option, because this procedure does not introduce chemicals in your skin.

Dermaplaning can be performed on all skin types. However, if you have an allergy to Aspirin, you should consult a dermatologist first before the procedure, because sterile blades might not be safe for those allergic to salicylic acid (found in Aspirin).

Yes, this treatment is extremely safe when performed by one of our properly trained and licensed skincare professionals at Complexion Med Spa. There is also no downtime associated with this procedure.

That depends on the aesthetic goals you are aiming to achieve. If dark spots, clogged pores and hyperpigmentation are more of a concern to you, then microdermabrasion is the way to go for you. If you are happy with your skin but feel like dryness and peach fuzz is more your issue, then Dermaplaning is the better option.

Dermaplaning is effective by performing a gentle scraping motion across the skin’s surface. With hair removal such as waxing and threading, most people have the idea that all hair removal is painful, but Dermaplaning is entirely painless. There are always risks of cuts on the skin, however in the rare event that this could happen, they are small and very minor as the pressure used for Dermaplaning cannot cause a deep cut. These nicks and scrapes heal within 24-48 hours. Regardless, you are in good hands with our licensed aestheticians at Complexion Med Spa, who are trained and certified with years of experience.

No. There are different types of hair that grow on the body; vellus hair and terminal hair. Vellus hair is found on most areas of the body whereas terminal hairs are found on the scalp and underarms. The soft and fine vellus hair on your face grows back at the same rate and texture but a bit finer and thinner as you continue with your Dermaplaning treatments.

Hyperkeratosis is a build-up of dead skin cells on the skin’s surface. By removing this initial layer, a chemical peel is able to penetrate deeper into the dermis resulting in a more effective treatment. The conjunction of Dermaplaning and a chemical peel leaves the skin refreshed and rejuvenated. Together they promote new skin growth and target problems such as aging, sun spots and environmental damage.

This treatment is ideal for patients who have healthy skin that’s not infected. These are patients who want to freshen up the appearance of their skin without undergoing invasive treatment. Because this treatment does not rely on harsh chemicals, it’s also a great option for individuals who have sensitive skin and/or who are pregnant. It will also help reduce the appearance of shallow acne scars, fine lines, and superficial hyperpigmentation.