DERMAPLANING FACIAL

Dermaplaning is highly effective exfoliation procedure, which is extremely safe and dose not cause trauma to the skin. This treatment will leave your skin feeling rejuvenated and smoother afterwards. This super exfoliating procedure removes two to three weeks worth of dead skin cells.

Dermaplaning is a painless procedure where the dead skin cells are manually scraped away. It increases cellular turnover, smooths and softens skin, and provides immediate results. Dermaplaning removes the fine vellus hair on the face. This excess fluffy hair can trap oil and dirt which can lead to other problems with your skin. Once the dirt, oil and dead skin cells are removed, facial products and treatments are much more effective because they can penetrate the skin more easily.

Dermaplaning is recommended for treatment of the following:

Dull, dry, rough skin
Minor acne scars
Uneven skin tone
Fine lines
Enlarged pores
Ageing skins or any skin requiring rejuvenating

Please note that this treatment is not suitable for acne prone skin or frequent breakouts. Those with very sensitive skin conditions such as rosacea should consult an esthetician before treatment.

Benefits of Dermaplaning:

Reduces the appearance of light surface wrinkling
Effectively exfoliates the skin by removing dry, dead skin cells on the surface layer
Smoothes skin and improves texture
Smoothes acne scarring
Improves skin texture
Evens skin tone
Helps to unblock blackheads
Reduces the appearance of enlarged pores
Removes fluffy vellus facial hair
Speeds up new healthy cell production
Enhances penetration of skin care products
Makeup will have the tendency to glide on the skin instead of having a powdery effect
Increases product absorption
Minimizes the appearance of pores
Removes dry, dead skin cells on the surface layer
Stimulates circulation at the blood and lymph level to help with healing
Improves elasticity and texture of the skin
Helps reduce hyperpigmentation
Helps prepare skin for more intrusive procedures such as laser treatments and chemical peels

Contraindications:

Active acne grade 3 or 4
Certain medications that thin the skin i.e. Retin A and Accutane
Active infection of any type
Any raised lesions
Any recent chemical peel or laser- wait 14 days depending on strength of peel or laser
Chemotherapy or radiation
Eczema or dermatitis
Family history of hypertrophic scarring or keloid formation
Haemophilia
Hormonal therapy that produces thick pigmentation
Moles and skin tags
Oral blood thinner medications
Pregnancy
Recent use of topical agents such as glycolic acids, alpha hydroxy acids and Retin A
Rosacea
Scleroderma
Active shingles
Skin cancer
Sunburn
Tattoos
Telangiectasia / erythema may be worsened or brought out by exfoliation
Thick, dark facial hair
Vascular lesions
Diabetes - uncontrolled, not under medical supervision
Recent treatments including laser, chemical peels, plastic surgery, microdermabrasion- wait minimum 4 weeks
Botox or fillers- wait minimum of one week
Darker skins prone to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Aftercare:

Avoid washing your face for 12 hours post treatment with any abrasive wash clothes, skin devices or hot water / shower spray. Use a gentle cleanser with warm not hot water
Apply a hydrating moisturiser and calming serum twice daily
Wear sunscreen after dermaplaning SPF 30+ must be applied daily to the treated area for a minimum of 2 weeks
Refrain from picking, peeling or scratching as you may tear the skin surface causing a wound
Avoid the application of make up for approximately 8 hours
Aerobic exercise or vigorous physical activity should be avoided until all redness has subsided
Avoid exposure to excessive heat, steam rooms and saunas for 24 to 48 hours
Avoid the use of products containing Retin A, salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide for 5 days
Avoid the sun, heat or exercising for 24 hours
Avoid facial waxing for 7 days