PLASTIC SURGERY

Q:

Do you offer Skin Dermaplaning?

A:

Yes, because dermaplaning offers many skin benefits. It is the best way to exfoliate, because of its ability to promote deeper and more even penetration of the skin. My aesthetician Betsy and I both prefer it to scrubs, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. Dermaplaning helps promote production of two matrix proteins, collagen and elastin, which decrease as we get older to render visible aging signs like wrinkles and dark spots. This procedure also evens out your skin’s texture, and helps make the color appear smoother.

“Hyperkeratosis” is a buildup of the skin’s top layer, which causes dull complexion and acne. Dermaplaning reduces this layer’s thickness, which helps correct these conditions. Plus, removing this dead skin makes it easier for acne creams and other topical products to penetrate your skin. With a completely clean palate, your makeup goes on more smoothly and stays on longer. During the process of removing dead skin cells, dermaplaning removes vellus hairs, also known as “baby hairs” or “peach fuzz,” on your facial surface. Since the entire process is performed on dry skin, there is no need to use shaving cream. A common misconception is that dermaplaning makes the hair on your face grow back darker and thicker. It will not change the texture or number of hair follicles you have on the surface of your face.

Perhaps best of all, dermaplaning is entirely painless, something that cannot be said about most hair removal options. Please contact Betsy in my office for an appointment, or if you have other questions.