#DERMAPLANING AT HOME SKIN#
And, as always, I make sure to load up on the SPF to protect my baby-fresh skin especially since skin may be more sensitive after dermaplaning. "I recommend that dermaplaning not be performed more often than every than every two weeks because," she adds." I personally dermaplane once a month since my hair doesn't grow back that quickly. Steer clear of salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and other chemical resurfacing products as well as physical scrubs for a couple days pre- and post-dermaplaning. "Excessive exfoliation can really injure your skin," explains Dr. Make sure to avoid retinoids and exfoliating products beforehand and afterward. It’s almost like an “undo” button for your skin: erasing dullness and evening out texture. Makeup looks totally airbrushed on because of the smooth surface.Īnd after I apply serums and moisturizer, the hydration factor is also noticeably higher, since the products are able to sink into the skin with ease. Just be careful and have a steady, gentle hand!Īfter dermaplaning, my skin feels immediately softer to the touch. This is the case for most at-home dermaplaning tools (unlike surgical scalpels used by professionals in spas and clinics). The specific tool I used, Revlon’s Face Defuzzer is not sharp–so you don’t need to worry about getting nicks.
Unlike laser hair removal, waxing, or threading, there's no ouch involved in dermaplaning. Because it’s a form of physical exfoliation, it will also help with pore size, tone, and texture,” says Joyce Imahiyerobo-Ip, MD owner of Vibrant Dermatology near Boston. Why even bother with your peach fuzz? “It gives skin a smooth appearance and makeup goes on better. It's not a new phenomenon by any means–Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe reportedly were fans–but the tools and techniques have definitely evolved. I typically shave my face after a pre-bedtime shower at night.
The process is called dermaplaning, and it uses a single blade to slough away surface dead skin cells and fine hairs on your face. To start, you want to work on a clean/dry face, free of my regular skincare products. I know this because I shave my entire face once a month and have not yet turned into Chewbacca. Listen up: It’s a myth that facial hair grows back thicker when you shave it.
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