Every 4-6 weeks

• All skin types
• Dull, uneven skin
• Skin showing signs of ageing
• Buildup of dead skin and congestion
• Textured, thickened skin
• Acne scarring
• Excess vellus hair
• Laser hair removal clients
• Pregnant or nursing clients

One week before dermaplaning: 

• Avoid the following procedures: electrolysis, waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair removal and sun exposure
• Please discontinue products containing any exfoliating agents (retinoic acid, tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, alpha hydroxy acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, astringents, etc.) 
• If required start using a Pigment Inhibitor 

Aftercare Post Dermaplaning: 

• You might experience a purge, slight peeling, windburn sensation, blotchiness and/or trigger a histamine response resulting in itchiness or bumps for the first few days. 
• Redness, heat, swelling, mild skin sensitivity may be experienced post treatment.
• Do not pick, scratch, or aggressively rub the treated area. 
• Skin care products may tingle or slightly burn for the first 2 days. Rinse the skin with water and pat dry/do not rub. 
• Avoid harsh cleansers or washcloths. Luke warm water is highly advised. 
• Mineral make-up can be worn immediately following treatment. 
• After 24 hours use a gentle cleanser only and apply moisturiser at least twice daily for a minimum of 7 days post treatment. 
• Do apply serums and hydration masks, as absorption levels will be elevated. Misting, treatment essence, hyaluronic acid and balms are recommended for the first 7 days. 
• Avoid heat, saunas, hot tubs and sweaty activity for 24-48 hours; this includes exercise of any kind. Avoid chlorine for 24 hours. 
• For the first 5-7 days, please discontinue products containing any exfoliating agents or active ingredients: vitamin a or c, retinoic acid, tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, astringents, scrubs etc. Unless advised otherwise. 
• No scrubs, polishers, or aggressive brushes should be used for 7-14 days.
• You should take extra precautions to guard against sun exposure immediately after and the week following the procedure. Use a sunscreen with zinc and avoid direct sunlight 
• Avoid facial waxing for 7 days. Avoid Dermal Fillers or Botox for 2 to 4 weeks based on area. 
• Please wait 2 weeks between laser, IPL, microdermabrasion or other related exfoliating treatments before and after receiving an dermaplaning.

Dermaplaning is not recommended for:

• Clients with active cold sores, warts, wounds, sunburn or healing problems, 
• Severe eczema, dermatitis, keratosis active acne lesions or inflammatory rosacea
• Extremely sensitive skin or suffering from an impaired barrier
• Patients with a history of allergies, rashes or other inflammatory conditions
• If you have taken Accutane or Roaccutane within the past 6 months to a year 
• Chemotherapy, radiation therapy or skin tumors 
• Blood thinners 
• Lupus
• Unmedicated Diabetes
• Allergy to metal