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Dermaplane
$ 175.00
$175, add on to a facial for $75
Dermaplaning uses a sterile #10 surgical scalpel held at a precise $45^\circ$ angle against dry, taut skin to scrape away the outermost layer of dead stratum corneum cells and soft vellus hair.
Dermaplaning vs. Standard Facial Shaving
| Feature | Dermaplaning | At-Home Facial Shaving (Dermaplaning Razors) |
| Tool Used | Sterile #10 surgical carbon/stainless scalpel | Guarded plastic safety razor or eyebrow blade |
| Primary Goal | Deep mechanical exfoliation (vellus hair removal is secondary) | Surface vellus hair removal |
| Depth of Exfoliation | High (removes entire accumulated stratum corneum layer) | Minimal (skims hair at surface level) |
| Technique | Dry skin, pulled taut, precise $45^\circ$ professional angle | Wet or dry skin, self-guided angle |
Key Clinical Benefits
Flawless Canvas: Eliminating peach fuzz and dead patches allows makeup products to sit flat on the skin without caking.
Maximizes Product Absorption: Removing the surface barrier drastically increases the penetration depth of topical serums, chemical peels, or active ingredients applied immediately after.
Instant Radiance: Polishes skin texture to reflect light evenly for an immediate glow.
Important Safety Considerations
Myth vs. Fact: Shaving or dermaplaning does not cause vellus hair to grow back thicker, darker, or faster. The hair root remains untouched; hair simply regrows with a blunt edge.
Contraindications: Avoid if you have active inflammatory acne breakouts, open wounds, active rosacea flare-ups, or severe eczema, as the blade can open pustules or tear compromised skin.