When it comes to the newest beauty treatment, dermaplaning NYC residents have a few things to know.
Dermaplaning involves a licensed medical aesthetician or doctor who gently scrapes the surface of the skin with a scalpel to get rid of any dead skin and peach fuzz. It’s basically like shaving the face. It may sound crazy but many people are turning to the procedure to get a baby soft face and to have a smooth foundation application, without the use of harsh exfoliators.
Benefits of Dermaplaning
Before getting dermaplaning NYC residents should know about the benefits.
It’s Gentle and Pain-Free: There is no pain or discomfort and the process should only take about five to seven minutes. Patients say that it feels like someone just gently scratching along the skin. Waxing, on the other hand, can pull at the top layer of the skin and cause irritation. There are no chemicals used so there is no downtime like with other treatments, such as a chemical peel.
Gives You Soft Skin: Dermaplaning promotes smoother skin and gets rid of any peach fuzz. Your skin is brighter and you can also take on a special glow after the procedure.
Ease of Makeup Application: The process makes makeup application easier because of your smooth skin. It can also make your acne treatments more effective.
Minimizes Pores: When there is an extra build-up of oil and dirt, combined with the hair on the face, the pores become enlarged. Dermaplaning is an exfoliation process that can help reduce the size of your pores and also wrinkles.
Side Effects of Dermaplaning
With a professional, the process can be used for all skin types. If you have highly reactive or sensitive skin then it could irritate the skin. If you have inflamed acne then the scalpel over the zits can irritate them and worsen any existing breakouts you have. However, it’s not going to cause any new breakouts. A build-up of dead skin clogs your pores and causes pimples, which is why exfoliation is important.
What to Expect After
Sometimes after the procedure, the skin will peel slightly. This can happen if there is not adequate time in between treatments. To get the best results, you need time in between appointments. You should wait at least a month between appointments. Those with sensitive skin can limit the treatments to just once a season. You don’t need to worry about hair on the face getting any darker. Dermaplaning only targets the peach fuzz so hair grows back the same color and size. Be sure to leave this procedure up to the professionals and don’t do it at home. After the procedure, your skin is susceptible to the sun so you need to take sun protection seriously.
