Removes dead skin and facial fuzz with a sterile blade
Dermaplaning is a manual exfoliation in which a trained therapist holds the skin taut and glides a sterile surgical-style blade across it at a shallow angle, removing the top layer of dead skin cells along with fine facial hair, often called peach fuzz. The result is skin that looks smoother and brighter straight away, and on which make-up sits noticeably better.
It is often combined with a facial or a light peel, which can penetrate more evenly once the dead skin is gone. Despite the myth, the hair does not grow back thicker or darker; it returns at the same fineness. It is not suitable over active breakouts, as the blade can spread bacteria and irritate inflamed skin.
The dermaplaning itself takes 20 to 30 minutes, or up to an hour as part of a facial. Results last three to four weeks, the usual interval between treatments. Wear SPF afterwards and avoid other exfoliants for a few days.
Also known as: dermaplaning facial, peach fuzz removal, blade exfoliation.
Elite
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Kensington, London
Results-led facials, peels and dermaplaning from a private Kensington studio
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Prime
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Salford Quays, Manchester
Facials, waxing and electrolysis for fine and fair hair, home visits for waxing
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Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
Microneedling, skin peels and dermaplaning with free consultations
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Woolton, Liverpool
Facials, dermaplaning and LED from a garden studio in Woolton village
Usually £40 to £70 on its own and £60 to £100 as part of a facial. Combined dermaplaning and peel treatments cost around £80 to £120.
No. Dermaplaning cuts the hair at the surface and it grows back with the same texture and colour. It feels slightly blunt for a day or two as it regrows, but it is not thicker.
Not over active spots or inflamed areas. If your skin is breaking out, a practitioner will suggest another treatment until it settles.
How a first skin appointment actually runs, from the consultation form to the sunscreen you will be told to wear afterwards.
