Dermaplaning
The benefits of dermaplaning
Shaving your face can provide a deeper exfoliation than regular scrubs or peels. It removes a layer of dead skin, which would otherwise give skin a dull appearance and prevent light from reflecting. Facial hair can trap dirt and oil and create a barrier between your skin and the products you put on top, and getting rid of that layer may allow for skincare products like serums and moisturisers to penetrate deeply. It also gives you a smooth base for better makeup application. 

Who should not be dermaplaning at home? 
According to Dr Goel, if you have active acne, rosacea, psoriasis, allergies, or anything that is raised above the skin, it’s not advisable to dermaplane. If you are using a strong anti-acne or anti-ageing treatment such as retinols, benzoyl peroxide or even salicylic acid, your skin is in a sensitive state and it might not be a good idea, she says. 

The four-step guide to dermaplaning at home
The skin should be dry and totally clean before dermaplaning. “You should double cleanse, and use an acid-based cleanser to remove any product on the skin,” says Dr Goel. The drier the skin, the better (and safer) the results.   With one hand, stretch the skin and hold it taut where you are dermaplaning. Hold the blade at a 45-degree angle to the skin and move it downwards (start from the top) in the direction of the growth. Make small strokes downward, moving down from the temples to the jawline and in towards the nose to get the whole cheek, jawline, chin and upper lip.  Avoid the hairline, eyelids and sides of the nose.

“After shaving, you could feel a little burning and sensitivity. Use a calamine moisturiser or a mild antibiotic lotion and do not use any strong skincare ingredients such as retinol or glycolic acid. Finish with sunscreen,” says Dr Goel.

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