Dermal planning is an old skin care trick that is making a comeback, and I'll tell you everything there is to know about it - what dermaplaning is, why should you consider it like dermaplaning too Home and in the salon (and how to choose the option that best suits you!) And all the other details you need. If you have any concerns, I suspect that this article will not answer them. Have fun!
What is dermaplaning? Dermal planing is the act of using a razor blade (yes, like the ones you would use to shave) to exfoliate the skin. It is a kind of physical exfoliation, similar to a peeling or microdermabrasion. While hair removal is not the purpose of derma planing, derma planing still removes the hair. Why should I be dermaplaning?
The most common comment people make after they start dermaplaning is that their makeup seems to run much better. Whether it's an exfoliation or all those tiny hairs are gone (probably both), make-up seems to be smoother, easier to mix and last longer.
As with a scrub, derma planing removes the top layers of dead skin leaving a younger, fresher and brighter skin. The act of exfoliation also helps to stimulate cell renewal, so it is definitely beneficial in the long run. Dermal planing also removes a lot of debris that prevents skin care serum and creams from penetrating the skin properly. Regular exfoliation, when combined with the appropriate skin care routine, can reduce fine lines, reduce hyperpigmentation and acne scars, and improve overall skin texture.
How is dermaplaning done?
Using facial razor razor blade will be considered dermaplaning, but there are some general guidelines and best practices to ensure safety and efficacy. You can have dermaplaning in a salon or at home. Of course, there are some differences between being performed by a professional or yourself.
Derma planning in a salon
• The beautician makes sure that all the tools are perfectly sterile - especially the blade. In a salon, derma planing is usually done with a sterile 10 gauge scalpel, which is sharper and must be handled with more care than an average razor blade.• The skin of the customer is thoroughly cleaned and dried.
• The beautician usually starts in the lower part of the face and works his way up.
• You keep a small stretch of skin taut between your fingers, and then the razor blade in upward strokes, going against the direction of hair growth.
• Once they have passed all over the skin, removing all hair and dead cells, they will either continue the treatment with further exfoliation, or finish off with a soothing mask or serums and creams.
Dermaplaning At Home
For at-home dermaplaning, there are two routes you could go. You can purchase a fancy at-home dermaplaning system, like the DermaFlash Facial Exfoliating Device (it’ll set you back $189, at Nordstrom), but many at-home dermaplaners swear by simple eyebrow razors, like the simple ones from Sephora.
• Start with cleansed and thoroughly dried skin. A gentle face wash like the Fresh Soy Face Cleanser, from Sephora, should do the trick.
• Regardless which tool you’ll be using, make sure it is adequately sterilized.
• Regardless of where you start, choose a starting point. Use your thumb and index finger to pull about an inch or two of you skin taut. This will keep your skin tight, and prevent accidental cuts.
• Begin running the blade over your skin at a 45-degree angle.
• Pass over the skin in short strokes. Since you are doing it yourself, you will have more control shaving in either downward strokes, or from the outside of the face inwards.
• Do not go over any areas of your skin more than once.
• Finish off with a soothing toner, and any serums or face moisturizers you normally use.
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Should I Be Dermaplaning At Home Or At A Salon?
Since dermaplaning is a fairly low-impact treatment, doing it by yourself at home is perfectly safe. However, at a salon you get the extra benefits of seeing an aesthetician: years of training and skin knowledge, additional treatments, and a much more experienced touch.
In-salon dermaplaning is definitely more thorough, since the aesthetician can use a sharper tool at a much more controlled angle. An aesthetician will also be dermaplaning your face against the direction of hair growth, which will give you a deeper exfoliation and closer shave. This would be very difficult for someone to do on themselves at home.
At home, however, you can still achieve wonderful results. You just have to be very careful – ensure everything you use is carefully cleaned and sanitized, and always hold your blade at a 45-degree angle.
How Much Does In-Salon Dermaplaning Cost?
A dermaplaning session takes about 30 minutes to perform and costs between $40 and $150, depending on the region, length of treatment, additional masks, and whether it is done be an aesthetician, nurse, or licensed dermatologist.
Can Anyone Undergo Dermaplaning?
With the exception of those with active acne (i.e. pustules and pimples that could be broken by the blade), anyone, including pregnant women, can have their skin exfoliated using this method. Dermaplaning is gentle, and does not require the use of any chemicals.
Those who are prone to ingrown hairs or have extremely sensitive skin might choose to avoid this treatment.
Does Dermaplaning Hurt?
Not at all! Dermaplaning only removes surface dead skin, so it just feels like a light, painless scraping, akin to shaving one’s legs. If it does hurt, you are probably doing it wrong.
Will my hair grow thicker after derma planing?
When we cut the hair with a razor, we remove the tapered end and let it flatten. As soon as the hair grows, it means that it may look a little thicker or coarser.
In reality, the hair grows in exactly the same size, length, and density it used to, but at the moment it could only stand out when it grows again. In practice, this is more of a problem with darker hair, while vellus hair (also known as peach fluff) does not grow back noticeably.
Are there any reasons, not dermaplane?
Well ... as with any new skin care product or procedure, you run the risk of irritating your skin. It is difficult to predict how the skin will react to new experiences.
If you think about derma planing at home, you should think about how sturdy your hands are - you do not want to risk injuring yourself.
For some people, other facials, such as chemical peeling or microdermabrasion, may be more appropriate. Consider all possible treatments and consult your beautician before undergoing facial treatment.
However, for the most part, I can see no reason why dermaplaning could hurt more than any other kind of exfoliation. If you are confident in your beautician or in your own abilities, go ahead and try it!
Some warning words and some suggestions
• Do not even do the dermaplaning before or after a chemical peel. Wait longer before and after stronger surface treatments. • Take special care to wear a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF as derma planing (like almost all other peeling methods) will make your skin more sensitive to sun exposure. • If your skin is very prone to ingrown hair and you still want to try derma planing, try BHA serum 24 hours after treatment (and not sooner!). It prevents your pores from clogging and makes hair grow softer. This Paula's Choice BHA by Nordstrom is a classic option.
How often should I do dermaplaning?
Since in-salon dermatlaning is more intense, you want to wait between sessions for at least 3 weeks, so that your skin has enough time to heal and regenerate. If you dermaplan at home, you may even be able to do it once a week, depending on how gentle you are and whether or not you are using acids to exfoliate your skin.
Well, since you all know details about dermaplaning, will you try it? Would you go to a salon or try it at home? Have you ever tried it? How did you like it? Let us know!
Photos via @the_aesthetician
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