Skin Care

I Tried At-Home Dermaplaning and I Can't Stop Touching My Face

Peach fuzz, begone

by Wendy Rose Gould | COMMENT

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What Are The Benefits of Dermaplaning? As mentioned, the shaved skin makes for a more efficient canvas when it comes to makeup application and topical products are absorbed more easily afterward. The latter reason is why many estheticians suggest pairing it with a chemical exfoliating treatment, sheet mask and/or a moisturizer. The skin care benefits don't stop there, though.

"Dermaplaning alleviates dull, sluggish, lackluster skin as well as soft fine facial hair that traps dirt and oil," notes Rhea Souhleris Grous, an esthetician at Union Square Laser Dermatology. "It also improves clarity of the skin, and also diminishes the look of fine lines [since] dry, lifeless skin is removed and healthier cells are exposed to be better hydrated."

Note: If you have very sensitive skin or deal with skin issues such as psoriasis or eczema, it's best to skip the dermaplaning. Also, individuals with thick, dark hair and those prone to folliculitis (which is often the former) should avoid dermaplaning as well.

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