How Often Should You Dermaplane? Finding the Right Frequency

Posted July 29, 2024 in Dermaplane

Peachy fuzz and dead skin cells can really impact your skin’s luminosity and overall complexion, which is where dermaplaning comes into the equation. Often confused as shaving but somewhat different from it, dermaplaning your face can instantly transform the skin. Hence, it is softer, smoother, and more glowy. But how often should you dermaplane for the best results? We’re breaking down everything there is to know about dermaplaning so you can reap the benefits.

What is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a non-invasive exfoliating treatment that removes layers of built-up dead skin and peach fuzz with a small scalpel. With regular derm-planing, the skin’s texture and tone improve because fewer dead skin cells sit on the surface. The treatment leaves the skin looking and feeling smoother and more radiant.

While dermaplaning is often called face shaving, the biggest difference between the two is the tools used. For dermaplaning, a surgical stainless-steel blade is utilized versus a razor for shaving. Still, both treatments remove unwanted hair and the top layer of dead skin cells to reveal new skin cells and more radiant skin.

There are numerous benefits to dermaplaning your face. The no-downtime treatment is painless and non-invasive so that you can go back to your regular activities. It’s also a great treatment for all skin types, even more sensitive skin, and is safe for pregnant women. Plus, dermaplaning can be done independently or combined with other skincare treatments. Finally, when you regularly dermaplane your face, the subsequent skincare products used absorb into the skin that much better.

How Often Should You Dermaplane Your Face?

You can dermaplane your skin regularly if your skin can tolerate it. On average, it’s best to dermaplane your face every three to four weeks, which is about how long it takes for the peach fuzz hair to regrow and for the skin cell cycle to turn over. However, some people require more frequent touch-ups to maintain their facial hair.

How often you should dermaplane your face is determined by the rate at which your facial hair regrows. Since most people notice hair regrowth around the four-week mark, we typically recommend monthly sessions to keep your face smooth and hair-free. However, if your skin becomes irritated, red, or inflamed after dermaplaning, then your skin likely needs more time to heal in between sessions, so try and extend your sessions further to give your skin what it needs since dermaplaning the skin too often could over-exfoliate it and cause skin barrier damage.

Caring for Skin After Dermaplaning

Immediately after dermaplaning, the skin will look softer, smoother, and more luminous. The skin’s texture will be brighter overall, and your makeup will likely go on much smoother, too.

When it comes to how often you should dermaplane your face, it’s usually only necessary to do it every three to four weeks to keep the results consistent. Unlike other types of exfoliators that can leave the skin inflamed and irritated, dermaplaning is a gentler option.

In between dermaplaning, avoiding exfoliating the skin or using exfoliating acids for a few days before each session is essential. To avoid further exfoliation, it’s a good idea to avoid chemical and physical exfoliators for at least 48 hours. After dermaplaning, applying moisturizer and sunscreen is vital to keep the skin looking its best and well protected.