What is Dermaplaning: A step-by-step guide

Does the thought of dermaplaning at home scare you? Or maybe you know all about the skin enhancing benefits of dermaplaning but don’t know where to start. Either way, you’re in luck because thanks in part to TikTok (#dermaplane has had millions of views) this popular treatment has taken off in the “at-home” beauty world. And as we love to help you get the best out your skin, we’ve created a detailed step by step dermaplane guide to go with our brilliant skin tools that are selling like hot cakes!

In this article you’ll learn the benefits of dermaplaning, exactly how to do it, how often you should dermaplane, who should avoid this beauty treatment, and some extra expert tips. So, grab your dermaplane and let’s begin!

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What is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a professional treatment that essentially removes dead skin cells and unwanted peach fuzz from the surface of your skin. A dermal razor is used to gently shave your entire face to reveal smooth, hair-free skin. Think exfoliation x 10!

What are the benefits of dermaplaning?

If done correctly (follow our guide to avoid mishaps and damage!) dermaplaning at home can result in the following positive outcomes for you skin.

Exfoliation leaves skin feeling softer, smoother, and looking brighter
Removal of peach-fuzz means skin can reflect the light – i.e., glow!
A smooth base for the perfect velvet-like foundation finish
You can tidy your brows in a hurry

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Cost effective beauty

The final benefit of at-home dermaplaning is going to be felt in your wallet. A professional treatment with a licensed aesthetician or dermatologist will set you back between £40 to £100 depending on the level of treatments. A significant price difference compared to the budget beauty Facial trimmers you can pick up from Superdrug.

What are the risks of dermaplaning?

Where there are pros there are always cons and we’d be remiss if we didn’t cover the dangers of skimming a sharp blade around your face!

Firstly, before doing any at-home beauty treatment – especially one that involves sharp objects – always do your research. Knowing your skin is important to avoid potential irritation and reactions when dermaplaning for the first time.

Dermaplaning should not be done over inflamed skin conditions such as active acne, rosacea, eczema, or keratosis pilaris (chicken skin). Therefore, those with acne-prone skin should proceed with caution. And if you have highly reactive, sensitive skin you may want to skip dermaplaning at home all together as it could cause irritation and damage.

When is the best time to dermaplane?

There is no proper time to do this treatment. However, you may experience better results if you add dermaplaning to your bedtime routine – for a few good reasons! Firstly, the exfoliation will help your pm serum and other bedtime skincare ingredients penetrate deeper into your skin while you sleep. And secondly, your freshly dermaplaned skin can greatly benefit from the skin activities and processes that happen while you sleep. Such as boosted collagen production, enhanced blood circulation and skin cell renewal. Yep, beauty sleep is real people!

How to dermaplane: Step by step guide!

Step 1: Purchase your dermaplaning tool.

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Step 2: Prep your skin

Wash your face well. It’s important to make sure your skin is cleansed of all the days dirt and makeup before you begin dermaplaning.

*Top tip: Double cleanse to get the most out of your treatment.

Step 3: Apply dermaplaning oil

Apply a thin layer of dermaplaning face oil to your freshly cleansed (and dry) face. This will allow the blade to glide over the skin resulting in less irritation and razor burn. However, you don’t have to apply oil, you can use the derma razor on dry skin. It’s a matter of personal preference.

Step 3: Directions

– Hold your skin taut with one hand and the dermaplaning tool at a 45-degree angle with the other.

– Working in small sections gently move the blade in short, light downwards strokes across your face.

– Keep the motion downwards instead of upwards to avoid skin irritation.

– Do not to go over the same area too many times as this can cause inflammation, irritation, and even bleeding!

*Top tip: Gentle, feather-light, short movements only. Dermaplaning tools may be tiny, but they are also very sharp, and your skin is delicate!

Step 4: Aftercare

Rinse your face with warm water and a clean face cloth or wash with a gentle cleanser. Spritz with a gentle, alcohol-free toner and proceed with the rest of your bedtime skincare routine.

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Extra tips:

Night cream

It’s super important to apply a night cream after dermaplaning at home to avoid trans epidermal water loss (TEWL). This is another skin activity that happens while you’re asleep, but not a good ‘beauty sleep’ one! Applying a rich night cream helps to protect your skin from dehydration while you sleep. Especially if you use exfoliating products or tools in your evening skincare routine.

*Top tip: Change your pillowcase on nights you dermaplane to protect your clean pores from old sweat and bacteria!

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How often should you dermaplane?

You need to give your skin time to recover and repair after dermaplaning. Doing this treatment too often can irritate the skin due to excessive over exfoliation. This can end up damaging your skin! It’s best to wait 3-4 weeks between your dermaplaning sessions.

All skin types are different so, we recommend you wait it out and evaluate your skins condition before doing it again.

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