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Smooth, radiant skin is just a few strokes away.
If you've been seeking a method to eliminate peach fuzz and reveal a smoother, brighter complexion, look no further than dermaplaning! The benefits are numerous—reduced wrinkles, smaller pores, and softer skin. While dermaplaning might sound daunting, it's actually easy to do safely and effectively at home. In this guide, we'll show you the best way to dermaplane and safeguard your skin, leaving it dewy and hydrated.
Essential Information
- Dermaplaning is perfectly safe if done with short, gentle strokes and avoiding over-exfoliation by not going over the same area more than 3 times.
- Begin with clean, dry skin to prevent bacterial spread and ensure smooth gliding of your single-blade dermaplaning tool.
- Use one hand to gently pull your skin taut along the jawline. Hold your dermaplaning tool at a 45-degree angle, moving downwards in light strokes towards your mouth.
- Conclude with a hydrating moisturizer to seal in your radiant glow. Limit dermaplaning to once every 4 weeks to prevent skin irritation.
Procedure
How to Dermaplane Your Skin
Cleanse and dry your face. After using a gentle cleanser and patting your skin dry with a towel, you're ready to start. Dry skin makes dermaplaning easier and helps prevent breakouts caused by bacteria spreading from dirty skin to freshly exfoliated pores.
Use a single-blade dermaplaning tool. Single-blade dermaplaning tools are designed for this purpose, effectively removing dead skin and peach fuzz. Choose from various options such as Derma Flash Luxe, Stacked Skincare Dermaplaning Tool, or a single-use dermaplaning tool. Remember to replace blades after each use to prevent infection and irritation.
Hold the skin taut, and move the blade in short, light strokes. Pulling the skin near your ear tight with one hand, use your blade at a 45-degree angle in gentle downward strokes from ear to mouth. This technique ensures smooth gliding and minimizes the risk of nicks.
Work methodically across your face, focusing on cheeks, jaw, forehead, chin, and mouth. Dermaplane each section with light, downward strokes, avoiding over-exfoliation by limiting passes to three times. Maintain a 45-degree angle and follow the direction of hair growth. Clean the blade regularly to remove buildup.
Complete the process with a gentle moisturizer. After dermaplaning your entire face, apply a dime-sized amount of hydrating moisturizer to safeguard your skin and enhance its radiant glow. Moisturizing post-exfoliation is crucial to prevent dryness and irritation caused by removing the top layer of dead skin.
Caring for Your Skin After Dermaplaning
Wait 4 weeks before dermaplaning again. Dermaplaning removes the top layer of dead skin and hair, revealing refreshed skin beneath. This newly exposed skin is delicate and requires nourishment rather than further exfoliation until it fully heals, typically after 4 weeks.
Incorporate a hydrating serum into your skincare routine for added radiance. Moisturizing your skin is essential for its health. Using a hyaluronic acid serum before moisturizing provides your skin with the hydration it craves, keeping it soft and glowing. Hyaluronic acid also helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Avoid wearing makeup for at least 1 day post-dermaplaning if possible. To prevent pore-clogging and potential skin irritation or acne, refrain from wearing makeup for at least 24 hours after your at-home dermaplaning session. Although it may be inconvenient, the benefits of smoother skin and a brighter complexion outweigh the temporary inconvenience of makeup-free days.
Apply sunscreen daily. Protect your skin by applying sunscreen every morning to shield it from the sun's harmful UV rays. Avoid direct sunlight for at least 3 days after dermaplaning, as your skin's sensitivity to sunburn and sun damage increases due to the removal of the top layer of dead skin.
Avoid chlorine exposure for 3 days. While swimming in pools may be enjoyable, it's best to steer clear of irritating your freshly exfoliated skin. Chlorine, a harsh chemical, should be avoided for at least 3 days post-treatment to prevent skin irritation. Sitting in a chlorinated pool or hot tub is acceptable, but ensure your face remains dry.
Useful Tips
- If you've ever heard the myth that shaving results in thicker, darker, and longer hair growth, you might hesitate to dermaplane. Fortunately, this is entirely false! Other than laser treatments, hair removal methods do not alter the characteristics or growth frequency of body hair.
- Cease using manual or physical exfoliants like retinol at least 1 week before dermaplaning.
Important Warnings
- Avoid dermaplaning if you have active acne, flaring rosacea, or highly sensitive skin, as it may aggravate the condition further.
Essential Supplies
- Witch hazel (optional)
- Hydrating serum (optional)
