Dermatologists Take on Popular Trends Series - Dermaplaning - Alamo Heights Dermatology (2024)

FAQs

Do dermatologists approve of dermaplaning? ›

Dermaplaning involves using a straight razor or oscillating blade to shave your whole face. Dermatologists say it's great for removing peach fuzz and potentially boosting collagen. They recommend doing it only once a week to avoid irritation or breakouts.

Dermaplaning is good for people who don't have any severe skin issues, such as eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, or acne. It can help even skin tone, brighten a dull complexion, and remove unwanted facial hairs. What is the downside of dermaplaning? Risks to dermaplaning include breakouts, cuts, and scarring.

Who Shouldn't Receive This Treatment? You may be considered a poor candidate for this treatment if you suffer from an inflammatory skin condition, like acne or rosacea. Additionally, this treatment may not be appropriate for you if you have sensitive skin or skin irritation caused by sunburn.

Dermaplane treatments are incredibly helpful for aging skin and completely safe due to the non-invasive nature of the treatment. For example, the primary benefit of this treatment for aging skin is the fact that dermaplaning ct can help eliminate fine lines.

Overall winner? It depends on what your goals! If dark spots, clogged pores and hyperpigmentation are more your concern then microdermabrasion is the way to go for you. If you like your skin or feel like dryness is more your issue, then dermaplaning is your key to success.

The short answer: Yes. But to avoid cutting yourself or getting an infection, make sure to follow instructions and use one of the best at-home dermaplaning tools. “It's safe to do at home as long as you have the right tools and you use a safe technique,” agrees Dr. Park.

The skin should be dry and totally clean before dermaplaning. “You should double cleanse, and use an acid-based cleanser to remove any product on the skin,” says Dr Goel. The drier the skin, the better (and safer) the results. With one hand, stretch the skin and hold it taut where you are dermaplaning.

Dermaplaning is usually safe but has some risks, just like any other cosmetic procedure. Again, redness and irritation are the most common side effects of dermaplaning. Still, they usually go away after a few hours or a day.

Let's set the record straight here with a simple NO. It's a myth that your facial hair will become either thicker or darker after dermaplaning. It just isn't possible for your hair to do this, as dermaplaning is a non-invasive exfoliating treatment. The hair will grow back, but it won't change colour or thickness.

This can reveal a brighter, smoother complexion and make makeup application easier. Mendes is not the only celebrity who loves dermaplaning. Other stars who swear by the treatment include Gwyneth Paltrow, Miranda Kerr, and Jessica Alba.

What do dermatologists say about dermaplaning? ›

"Essentially, dermaplaning is shaving your skin with a razor or sharp blade, plus removal of a little more of the top layer of skin the stratum corneum," says board-certified dermatologist Anar Mikailov, MD. "It's easy to do, there's not much downtime, and it's generally safe."

Although there isn't a medical reason to remove normal vellus hair, you can get rid of peach fuzz if you don't like the way it looks. Several methods are effective at removing vellus hair. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best option for you.

Dermaplane: 1x every 1-3 weeks

Because it physically removes the outermost layer of skin, it is considered a more intensive form of exfoliation and overdoing it can cause irritation. We recommend dermaplaning at home every 1-3 weeks. Don't forget to clean and replace your blade as needed (more on that below).

There is no specific age at which dermaplaning is best. Dermaplaning is beneficial for almost all age groups. For younger individuals, who are in their teens and twenties, dermaplaning helps to clear away dead skin cells, reduce the appearance of acne and acne scars, and improve the texture and tone of the skin.

Dermaplaning alone won't prevent wrinkles, but it certainly goes some way to slowing down the onset of new wrinkles – especially if the treatment is done regularly. A good skincare routine, good nutrition, and steering clear of the sun are all vital if you want to prevent wrinkles for as long as possible.

Dermaplaning is used to treat deep acne scars with a hand-held instrument called a dermatome. The dermatome looks like an electric razor and has an oscillating blade that moves back and forth to evenly "skim" off the surface layers of skin that surround the craters, or other facial defects.

How often should one shave their face at home? AHD Team: At Alamo Heights Dermatology, we don't advise women to shave their face with a razor. If they're interested in hair removal that is not laser or Dermaplaning, we would suggest one of the wands you can find over the counter for more effective and safe results.

Dermaplaning courses require a valid esthetician's license. Most esthetician courses in dermaplaning include the dermaplaning tool and blades. A dermaplaning hands-on class covers such topics as: Standardized procedures and protocols.

Dermaplaning Isn't Right for Everyone

If you have dark, thick facial hair or particularly oily and acne-prone skin, it's better to avoid the procedure. Overall, skin tones that are sensitive to hyperpigmentation are also not good candidates for dermaplaning.