Dermaplaning

About this treatment

Dermaplaning uses a sterile surgical-grade blade held at a controlled angle to lift away surface dead skin cells and fine vellus hair. It may help improve the appearance of dullness and rough surface texture, and can leave make-up sitting more smoothly. It is a surface treatment only and is always preceded by a suitability assessment.

Skin concerns this may suit

• Dull and Dehydrated Skin
• Visible Pores and Uneven Texture
• General Skin Maintenance

Potential benefits

• May help improve the appearance of dull, rough-feeling skin
• Designed to support a smoother-looking surface
• Removes fine surface facial hair at the time of treatment

How the treatment works

• The skin is cleansed and thoroughly dried
• A sterile blade is drawn across the skin in short, controlled strokes
• Surface dead skin cells and fine vellus hair are lifted away
• Soothing products and broad-spectrum SPF are applied to finish

What to expect

• A light scraping sensation rather than discomfort for most people
• Skin that feels noticeably smoother immediately afterwards
• Possible short-lived sensitivity or redness

Preparing for your treatment

• Pause retinoids and strong acids as advised before your appointment
• Avoid sun exposure and sunbeds beforehand
• Reschedule if you have active breakouts or a cold sore in the area

Aftercare

• Use gentle, fragrance-free skincare for 48 hours
• Apply broad-spectrum SPF daily as skin may be more sun-sensitive
• Avoid exfoliating actives, saunas and swimming for 48 hours

Contraindications and suitability

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Active skin infection, broken skin or an inflammatory flare in the treatment area
• Recent use of certain prescribed skin medications
• Known allergy to any product used during the treatment
• Other factors identified during your consultation
• Active inflammatory acne in the treatment area
• Recent chemical peel or resurfacing treatment in the same area

Common questions

Why start with a consultation

Choosing a treatment from a list rarely produces the best outcome. A consultation makes sure that what you book is appropriate for your skin, that anything unsuitable is ruled out, and that your expectations match what a treatment can realistically support.

1. Step 1

   Understanding your skin

   Your concerns, history, current routine and goals are discussed before anything is assessed physically.

2. Step 2

   Assessment and suitability

   Your skin is assessed in person, and contraindications and any need for a patch test are identified.

3. Step 3

   Your personalised plan

   A plan is agreed in writing, which may include one treatment or a carefully selected combination.

4. Step 4

   Preparation and aftercare

   You receive written preparation and aftercare guidance so you know exactly what to expect.

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