Dermaplaning is a type of exfoliation treatment, meaning that it removes dead skin cells from the epidermis (i.e. the top layer of your skin). Specifically, it requires the use of a medical-grade scalpel, which a dermatological professional can use to gently scrape your face.

This shaving-like action leaves the surface of your skin looking and feeling smooth. In addition, the dermaplaning process stimulates the growth and development of new skin cells. As a result, a successful dermaplaning procedure can leave you looking younger without requiring chemical peels or potentially painful skin treatments.

Dermaplaning, which is also known as a scalpel facial, can also improve the health and appearance of skin that has been affected by hyperpigmentation, oversized pores, and fine lines.

What Are the Benefits of Dermaplaning?

As mentioned above, dermaplaning can leave your face looking and feeling younger. However, the positive effects of dermaplaning extend beyond cosmetics. It can also lead to healthier skin long-term, aid in the maintenance of clean skin pores, and even help to prevent the development of acne.

As a procedure, dermaplane treatment with a surgical scalpel rejuvenates your facial skin in a minimally invasive manner that requires no downtime.

Cleaner, Smaller Pores

Your pores and hair follicles are constantly at risk of being clogged by dirt, dead skin cells that haven't been shed by your body, and oil produced naturally by the skin (technically called "sebum").

The scraping action of the dermaplaning procedure removes this material, which is resting on the outermost layer of your skin. By cleaning up your clogged pores, dermaplaning makes them appear smaller on your face.

Apart from helping maintain the health of your skin, having cleaner, smaller-looking pores can make you look more youthful. This is because oversized pores are connected to sagging, stretching skin, which occurs as you get older and your skin becomes less elastic. Thus, larger pores make your face look older, while smaller pores have the converse effect.

Beneficial for All Skin Types

If you have sensitive skin, you may shudder at the thought of a scalpel scraping against your delicate epidermis. However, the dermaplaning tool is suitable for virtually every skin tone and skin type, even those on the most sensitive end of the spectrum.

A skilled dermatological professional can safely provide dermaplaning treatment even if you suffer from overly sensitive skin or a similar condition.