merakiskin • 05/19/2017 11:10 AM
The first time I received a dermaplaning (or epidermal leveling) treatment, I was hooked! My skin had never felt so smooth… but as an esthetician, I knew the benefits of exfoliating this way were much greater than a smooth feel.
The procedure is done using a sterile surgical blade to remove the outermost layers of the epidermis as well as dead skin cells, impurities and debris along with much of the vellus hair (peach fuzz). Because vellus hair can trap oil and debris, the removal of it through this procedure is a bonus. The procedure is painless and really quite relaxing.
The biggest benefit to this type of exfoliation: it enhances the efficacy and penetration of products and treatments. Do you want effectiveness on steroids for your next facial treatment? Have dermaplaning in addition to it!
What can you expect to see after the procedure? It’s one of the few “instant gratification” treatments that packs a punch: you’ll immediately notice that your skin tone and texture is improved. Your skin will feel extremely smooth and hydrated. With additional treatments and proper home care you will have a reduction in surface wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and acne scarring, as well as increased cellular turnover – the regeneration of new and healthy skin cells. Brighter, healthier, glowy skin.
Dermaplaning is a great alternative to microdermabrasion because it does not cause any trauma to the skin; a deeper form of microdermabrasion without the harshness.
Microdermabrasion generates heat and erythema in the skin because the abrasion is done thru suction and pressure whereas dermaplaning is done without the rough aggression. So, this is a treatment can be a wonderful possibility for the client with sensitive skin, even rosacea.
