What Is Dermaplaning and How Does It Improve Skin Texture?

At Steele Creek Dermatology in Charlotte, NC, we offer dermaplaning; a gentle, non-invasive treatment that exfoliates the skin and delivers a healthy, natural glow. Making this treatment part of your regular monthly skincare regimen will prevent the accumulation of dead skin cells on your skin’s uppermost layer, keep your skin smooth and hair-free, and even help target some of those stubborn skin conditions that don’t respond to your at-home skin care products.

What Is Dermaplaning and How Does It Improve Skin Texture?

Dermaplaning is a physical exfoliation treatment during which the aesthetician uses a medical-grade surgical steel scalpel and holds it at a precise 45° angle to gently remove dead skin cells and fine hair from the treatment area. The treatment is performed on dry skin that’s been cleaned and free of product and makeup. It’s pain-free and requires no topical numbing cream before initiating the process.

This physical exfoliating treatment significantly improves skin texture by removing the uppermost layer of skin and any dead skin cells. The process eliminates the dead skin cell buildup that contributes to an irregular skin texture and causes a dull appearance. Regular treatments can also improve skin texture over time, making the skin look and feel smoother, tighter, and more uniform.

What Are the Treatment Benefits?

Patients undergoing regular dermaplaning treatments will experience many benefits besides improved skin texture. The treatment promotes glowing and healthy skin, is painless, and requires no downtime. It’s safe for even the most sensitive skin types because it doesn’t use any products or harsh techniques to deliver results. Even pregnant and nursing women typically excluded from many professional skincare treatments for safety reasons can safely undergo dermaplaning treatments to improve their skin.

It improves makeup application by eliminating the skin cell barrier that prevents a smooth application. It also increases the effectiveness of topical products since those ingredients won’t have to penetrate through a layer of dead skin cells to absorb deeper into the skin. Whatever you apply topically after your treatment will be even more effective. When you make dermaplaning a part of your regular skincare regimen, you’ll get more out of your skincare products each month and see improved results.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

We recommend that patients schedule monthly dermaplaning treatments to keep their skin healthy and properly exfoliated. Every 30 days, the body rebuilds the skin cell barrier, increasing the number of dead skin cells on the surface. When you make this exfoliating treatment part of your monthly skincare regimen, you can maintain your treatment results and a healthy and lasting glow long-term.

What Does It Treat?

Even though it’s a simple treatment, dermaplaning is very effective, especially for patients with stubborn skin concerns. Aside from exfoliating the skin, regular treatments can help prevent acne by eliminating dead skin cells from the surface, which, if left untreated, can clog the pores and cause breakouts.

It can also improve the appearance of acne scars, stimulate collagen and elastin production to make the skin feel tighter and firmer and look more youthful, and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles by promoting skin cell regeneration and renewal.

Can It Be Combined With Other Treatments?

Many patients schedule dermaplaning in conjunction with other skincare treatments to prep their skin and increase the effectiveness of those treatments. This physical exfoliating treatment pairs well with microneedling treatments, laser treatments, chemical peels, and more. It eliminates the skin cell barrier, so the treatment devices and methods are even more effective.

If you’re interested in combining this exfoliating treatment with one of our other skincare treatments, we can determine which is right for your needs during your consultation.

Is There Downtime?

There’s no downtime after this treatment. Because it’s non-invasive and non-surgical, you won’t have to alter your routine after your appointment. However, you need to take special care of your skin to ensure the best results.

Certain products may aggravate your skin, so it’s important to use the products we recommend after your appointment. It’s also important to stay out of the sun and avoid sun exposure and avoid getting sunburn as it will negatively affect your skin and the results.

Am I a Good Candidate?

Almost everyone is a good candidate for this treatment because it’s natural, non-invasive, and gentle. However, some patients may not qualify for treatment due to safety reasons, including those with an active skin infection or active acne. Gliding a surgical scalpel over active acne or skin infection can spread bacteria to other facial areas and cause unwanted results.

Once your skin is healthy and free of acne or an infection, you can schedule and safely undergo treatment. If you’re unsure whether this treatment is right for you, we can evaluate your skin and determine your eligibility during your initial consultation.

Improve Your Skin Texture With a Natural Exfoliating Treatment

If you’re looking for a simple and effective professional treatment that will brighten your skin, improve your skin texture, and even reduce the appearance of skin imperfections, dermaplaning is the perfect option. Contact us today at Steele Creek Dermatology in Charlotte, NC, to schedule your initial consultation.