At Desert Bloom Plastic Surgery, we offer a variety of luxurious facials! Our Smoothing Facial is one of our Aestheticians personal favorites. This specific service is a good alternative to our advanced treatments for the warmer months to help smooth the overall complexion and reduce fine lines and wrinkles through a process called Dermaplaning. Here is more information on what dermaplaning entails and its benefits.
What is Dermaplaning?
Dermaplaning is a procedure that uses a blade to gently remove the top layer of dead skin cells, peach fuzz or vellus hair. Dermaplaning can be used on all types of skin, even those with sensitive or acne-prone complexions. The results are similar to microdermabrasion: smoother texture, brighter tone, fewer blemishes and wrinkles!
Benefits of Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning is a non-invasive treatment that can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as acne scars. It also removes dead skin cells from the surface of your face, which helps prevent breakouts by unclogging pores.
- Removes dead skin cells: As we age, our bodies produce less oil than they did when we were younger – and this lack of oil causes dryness and flaking around our faces. Dermaplaning removes these dead cells which helps enhance in office treatments, as well as allowing your at home skin care products to penetrate better.
- Removes vellus hair (peach fuzz): On the surface of the skin, our pores have small hairs that are visible in certain lighting. Dermaplaning removes these hairs for a soft, even complexion. This also allows any mask or finishing product to provide better results by penetrating deeper into the pores.
- Helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles: Since dermaplaning helps with product penetration it can help restore the protective skin barrier by adding additional hydration. Lack of moisturization is one of the leading causes of aging, therefore, the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles can be minimized by this process.
What to Expect During a Dermaplaning Treatment
Dermaplaning is a procedure that can take anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on how much hair and dead skin cells are present on the surface of the skin. During our Smoothing Facial at Desert Bloom Plastic Surgery, you can expect a 45 to 60 minutes treatment time when paired with a mask that is specifically tailored to your needs. The blade used for dermaplaning is similar to a surgical scalpel, but it’s designed specifically for this procedure. It’s very thin and sharp so that it cuts through dead skin cells and vellus hair effortlessly.
Aftercare for Dermaplaning
After your treatment, it’s important to follow these steps to ensure that your skin heals properly and stays healthy:
- Avoid sun exposure. Your skin will be more sensitive than usual after dermaplaning, so it’s important not to overexpose yourself while the skin heals. If you plan on going outside or spending time in direct sunlight, wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher and reapply as often as necessary throughout the day (at least every two hours).
- Use gentle cleansers and moisturizers on your face until all signs of redness have disappeared completely (usually within 5-7 days). Avoid abrasive scrubs or exfoliants during this time; instead opt for a gentle cleanser such as the ZO Gentle Cleanser followed by moisturizer like the ZO Hydrating Creme for best results!
Pairing Dermaplaning with Other Treatments
Dermaplaning is a great treatment to pair with other skin care services. Here are some of the most popular:
- European Facial: This treatment uses multiple masks specific for your desired skin type and concerns to optimize your results, when paired with dermaplaning the masks can add even more benefits.
- Chemical peels: A chemical peel uses a strong acid solution to remove damaged layers of skin, revealing fresh new ones beneath them. This process also stimulates collagen production for plumper-looking skin.
- Laser treatments: Lasers can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen production in addition to speeding up cell turnover rates (which means old cells die faster). They’re also used for pigmentation issues like sunspots or age spots caused by sun damage over time – but they won’t work if you don’t wear SPF!
Risks of Dermaplaning
There are few risks to consider, however, dermaplaning can cause infection and scarring if not performed by a qualified professional in sterile conditions. Our Aesthetician at Desert Bloom Plastic Surgery highly recommends that you do not attempt this procedure at home! Some people may experience irritation from the procedure, especially if they have sensitive skin. Dermaplaning can also cause hyperpigmentation (dark spots) or hypopigmentation (lighter areas) on your face if you’re not careful about protecting your skin after treatment. You’ll need to wear sunscreen every day and avoid tanning beds after dermaplaning so that these issues don’t occur.
Cost of Dermaplaning Treatments
At Desert Bloom Plastic Surgery, dermaplaning on its own costs $85. When paired with our smoothing facial (dermaplane + mask for your specific skin issues) the price is $150. Ask about pairing this with our more advanced services and we can provide you with a price point.
Preparing for a Dermaplaning Treatment
Before your treatment, it’s important to discontinue use of exfoliating products and avoid sun exposure. You should also stop taking certain medications that could interfere with the results of your treatment. If you’re interested in receiving a dermaplaning treatment but have any questions or concerns about the process, our Aesthetician Cheyenne is here to help! Feel free to contact her today for more information about this procedure and how it can benefit your skin health at 435-627-8150.
Conclusion
Dermaplaning is a skin care treatment that involves using a scalpel to remove dead skin cells and peach fuzz from the face. It’s similar to microdermabrasion, but it doesn’t use any chemicals or abrasives (although it can be paired with other services such as chemical peels). The procedure can be done in an office setting by an Aesthetician trained in dermaplaning techniques.
Dermaplaning has many benefits, including:
- Removing fine lines and peach fuzz
- Softening acne scars and blemishes
- Exfoliating clogged pores on your nose, chin or forehead
- Allowing products to provide more benefits by deeper penetration