Dermaplaning Information

Dermaplaning Facial Treatment

Dermaplaning the Vellus hair, also called "peach fuzz" off the surface of the face can lessen the effectiveness and absorption of products applied to your skin. Peach fuzz also makes an uneven looking for makeup and can make you appear more textured than you really are. It's similar to too many trees in a forest that can obstruct a view. Having peach fuzz on your face can obstruct essential ingredients that your skin needs.

This is why, if you have peach fuzz on your face, Dermaplaning should be a routine service for you to have done, especially (before) services like Peels, microdermabrasion, Microneedling, etc.

Dermaplaning not only removes the peach fuzz, but is a non-invasive way to to also exfoliate up to 5 layers of dead skin cells and debris on the surface of the skin, revealing smoother skin and a softer complexion, allowing products to be absorbed more efficiently and with better results.

** If you currently have "peach fuzz" (Vellus hair) on your face, it is important to first have a Dermaplaning session, before you receive any initial essential Facial service or any Treatments such as HydroFacial, Microdermabrasion, Peels or Needling so that the product ingredients used can penetrate your skin better without being blocked by Vellus hair and dead skin.

Additional Notes . . .

Professional Dermaplaning uses a sterile scalpel and a specific two-handed technique. It is not the same type of blade sold for home use.

Benefits of Dermaplaning:

Removes Vellus hair (peach fuzz), which will enhance the skin's absorption of skincare products.
Brightens the skin tone, evens the skin tone, and eases hyperpigmentation.
Skin will feel softer, smoother and revitalized.
Reduces the appearance of acne scars, pox marks, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Prepares the skin's surface for other types of services and allows them to more effective, such as HydroFacial, Microdermabrasion and Peels.
Dermaplaning is suitable for most skin types with the exception that certain areas of the skin and skin conditions may need to be avoided.
Dermaplaning is a minimally invasive cosmetic facial procedure that has no down time.

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Rebooking Time:

3-4 weeks

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Contraindications:

Dermaplaing is Not recommended if you have:

Sunburn. open skin lesions, cuts or wounds.
Inflammatory skin conditions like acne, rosacea, psoriasis, or eczema.
Any skin infections such as active acne, eczema, rashes, or wounds in the treatment area.
Highly sensitive skin, or if you are sensitive to hyperpigmentation.
Cold sores.
Avoid needling for at least a week if you've recently used prescription retinol or glycolic acid.
There can be no skin cancers, solar keratosis, keloids, warts, or scars in the area.
The treatment is not for the eyelid itself or the mucosal membranes. (It is safe from the bony area outwards).

If you are accidentally nicked, Dermaplaning is not recommended in these cases:

If you are on medications such as blood thinners, high doses of aspirin, or Accutane.
Active acne, herpes simplex (cold sores), warts, rosacea, or severe eczema/psoriasis in the treatment area.
Uncontrolled diabetes, immune system deficiencies, blood-clotting disorders, or a history of keloid scars.
Recent use of Accutane (isotretinoin) within the last 6 months, blood-thinning medication, or recent radiation/chemotherapy.
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Generally advised against due to potentially slower healing and pigment changes.
Bleeding issues. Hemophilia, blood clotting issues, or patients on anticoagulants and blood thinners like aspirin, heparin, warfarin and would be necessary to stop any herbals which thin the blood like fish oil, vitamin E, and collagen.
Any systemic infections, such as Hepatitis or HIV
Allergy to any of the things used for the treatment: topical anesthetic, stainless steel, hyaluronic acid, moisturizer, and sunscreen.
If you are immunocompromised, from chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or high dose steroids.

Possible side effects of Dermaplaning:

Mild tenderness, temporary swelling, or sunburn-like symptoms that typically subside quickly or within a few hours after treatment or at most after a few days.
increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight.
Discolored skin (lighter or darker than surrounding skin).
Possibility for ingrown hairs especially if you have curly hair.
Less common risks include stinging or itching when cosmetics or other skin care products are applied after treatment.
Rare risks include infection, cold sore flare-ups, and infection.

Preparing for your Dermaplaning appointment:

Wait 2 weeks after receiving Botox or fillers to get dermaplaning.
IF you wax any part of your face (facial waxing is Not recommended), make sure to wax at least 1–2 weeks before your appointment. Waxing can remove some of your skin's outermost cells and aggravate your skin.
7 days before your appointment, avoid other cosmetic treatments to prevent your skin from being susceptible to irritation and damage.
7 days before your appointment, avoid smoking and alcohol consumption so the treatment can be more effective and cause less down-time.
5–7 days before your appointment, avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, sauna and other sources of heat on your face.
3–5 days before your appointment, avoid exfoliating your face with exfoliating cleansers or scrubs including retinoid products (products with tretinoin, adapalene or tazarotene as active ingredients), glycolic and salicylic acid and physical scrubs including Ultrasonic brushes. (Dermaplaning is already an exfoliator. Exfoliating your face too much before your appointment can cause irritation).
Avoid tanning beds for at least 72 hours before the treatment.
If you have a history of cold sores or herpes, speak with your Dermatologist about taking an antiviral medication before and after your appointment as a preventative.
Reschedule your appointment if you come up with any open wounds, acne lesions or other conditions on your face until healed.
Arrive to your appointment without makeup on.

Dermaplaning Aftercare:

Wait 24 hours or more before applying makeup.
Keep your skin protected by wearing a minimum 30 SPF sunscreen and avoid the sun, tanning beds, heat, sweat, saunas and swimming for at least 48 hours.
Keep your skin hydrated by drinking plenty of water and keeping your skin moisturized.
Do not exfoliate your skin or use products on your skin that contain AHA's (alpha hydroxy acids), BHA's (beta hydroxy acids), glycolic, prescriptive skin care products, vitamin C, and retinol for 5 days after needling. These ingredients can irritate and inflame your skin.
Limit your skin care routine to a gentle cleanser or a mild face wash, gentle toner and moisturizer (NO exfoliators, scrubs, etc.).
Use antibacterial skin care products.
Use cool water on your skin for the first 3 days.
No shaving, threading or waxing on the face for 3 days.
Peels to be used with caution.
Avoid Botox or other beauty treatments on your face for 2 weeks.

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