Dermaplaning involves using a surgical scalpel to exfoliate the skin’s top layer of dead cells and impurities and scrape off vellus hair, resulting in smooth and glowing skin. The treatment is highly popular because it provides instantaneous results with no downtime, allowing people to transform their looks before significant events.
Though safe and non-invasive, the treatment’s effectiveness depends on proper aftercare. This article provides dermaplaning aftercare tips to help you enjoy the full benefits of the treatment.
Dermaplaning Aftercare Dos
The following guidelines will help you better plan your activities after the procedure.
Use Gentle Skincare Products
After dermaplaning, the skin is often sensitive and dry so use only essential products in your skincare routine - a cleanser, serum/moisturizer, and sunscreen. Ensure the products are mild, without acids, retinol, or other potentially abrasive ingredients. Follow this routine for at least 48 hours post-procedure.
Note: Find out what are the best products for sensitive skin.
Hydrate Your Skin
Choose serums and moisturizers with potent hydrating agents, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and aloe vera. They will provide the hydration you skin needs after dermaplaning.
Use SPF
Sunscreen is your best defense against skin damage from UV rays. Use it whenever you leave the house, especially after cosmetic treatments that make your skin vulnerable, like dermaplaning. For best protection, use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ products.
Note: Can’t pick a sunscreen? Read our blog post on how to choose the best sunscreen for your skin type.
Hydrate Your Body
Topical products that nurture your skin are essential after dermaplaning. The other important factor is hydrating your body from within. While your skin is healing, drink at least eight glasses of water throughout the day and eat fresh fruits and vegetables with high water content.
Rest
Always aim at getting seven to nine hours of uninterrupted sleep during the night, especially after a cosmetic treatment when your skin needs more attention and nurturing. Lack of rest and poor-quality sleep minimize the effects of dermaplaning.
Avoid Strenuous Exercise
Your skin after dermaplaning is raw, sensitive, and prone to infections from impurities and bacteria. Skin experts recommend avoiding high-intensity activities 24 hours after the treatment because they cause excessive sweating and higher chances of dirt and bacteria entering the pores.
Dermaplaning Aftercare Dont's
It is also important to avoid certain things in your daily routine to enhance dermaplaning effects.
Don't Expose Your Skin to Sun and High Heat
Ultraviolet rays are particularly harsh on the newly resurfaced skin after dermaplaning. Avoid it for the first several days, and if you must go out, wear an SPF, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses. Also, avoid saunas and other sources of high heat because they cause excessive sweating and increase the chance of infections.
Don't Expose Your Skin to Hot Water
The skin is very sensitive after dermaplaning. Hot water can irritate and additionally dry it out. Use only lukewarm water to wash your face.
Don't Apply Pressure to Your Skin
Touching, rubbing, scratching, and picking the skin after dermaplaning increases the chance of spreading dirt and bacteria over a sensitive area.
Don't Expose Your Skin to Chlorine/Avoid Swimming Pools
Chlorine can additionally dry out sensitive skin after dermaplaning. Avoid places with chlorinated water, such as swimming pools, at least three days after the treatment.
Don’t Use Makeup
Refrain from using makeup for 24 hours because your skin needs to “breathe” to fully heal after dermaplaning.
Don't Do Other Facial Treatments
Avoid other facial treatments for two weeks after dermaplaning to prevent skin irritation.
Conclusion
Dermaplaning provides a quick solution to dull, tired skin, but you need to follow aftercare recommendations for optimal results.
If you’re in the area, visit our offices in the heart of Arcadia and let us transform your skin from dull to vibrant and glowing in less than an hour!
