Touted as an easy breezy DIY procedure for smooth fuzz-free skin, dermaplaning needs a good understanding of the science of skin, safety procedures and is best entrusted to skin experts.
Introduction:
The do-it-yourself (DIY) skincare trend has seen many consumers try and administer treatments like dermaplaning on themselves. But what appears to be an easily done procedure for smoother skin comes with risks that outweigh the benefits if executed by an untrained consumer.
Dermaplaning is not just the removal of peach fuzz. It is an exfoliation of the skin done clinically by a professional who knows and understands the skin. We spoke to Dr. Vinu Kriplani, Founder Vinu’s Skin Clinic in Mumbai who has four decades of professional experience to shed light on this technique.
In this article, she elaborates on why dermaplaning needs to be an in-salon treatment administered only by licensed professionals.
1.Expertise Ensures Safety
Dermaplaning involves gently exfoliating the skin using a sterile, surgical-grade scalpel. Although it sounds simple, it requires a delicate touch and necessarily an expert knowledge of skin anatomy. An aesthetician trained in dermaplaning will know exactly how much pressure to use and can adapt according to the individual’s skin type. DIY devices often lack precision and may easily cause cuts, nicks, or infections, so professional advice is recommended.
2.Tailored to Your Skin
In a salon setting, dermaplaning is never one-size-fits-all. An aesthetician will analyze your skin type, texture, and concerns before the treatment begins. The level of oil production, sensitivity, and underlying conditions such as acne or rosacea determine so much in the customization of the experience. This is where personalization comes in to maximize the results of dermaplaning: radiant with no irritation. At-home devices simply cannot match this level of customization.
3.Prevents Over-Exfoliation and delivers More Than Just Hair Removal
At-home dermaplaning cannot cover the entire curvature of the face and it can often lead to irregular or over-exfoliation, as there’s no professional knowledge of pressure to be applied. This can harm the skin barrier, causing redness, peeling, or increased sensitivity. Salon professionals on the other hand, schedule treatments, to allow the skin to heal and regenerate, thus minimizing damage.
Beyond hair removal, professional dermaplaning is a comprehensive process that exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving skin smooth and luminous. When done in a controlled environment, it enhances the absorption of skincare products and ensures smooth and flawless makeup application—benefits often overlooked in the DIY procedure that focuses solely on hair removal.
4.Sanitation and Sterilization Are Paramount
In a salon very strict sanitation measures are taken so that the tools utilized in dermaplaning are sterile. This minimizes contamination of the skin by bacteria or other contaminants. At home, this can be very hard to achieve, the greater likelihood of infection or scarring.
5.Enhanced Relaxation and Aftercare
A dermaplaning session at a salon can also become a pampering experience. Most salons use cooling facials, soothing masks, and relaxing massages while tailoring the session to your skin, leaving you with a radiant glow. The skin therapist will also advise on aftercare, showing you how to maintain the result and avoid sun exposure or harsh products after the treatment. This holistic approach which DIY treatments cannot provide, further enhances the results .
6.Long-Term Benefits for Your Skin
Professional in-salon dermaplaning has long-term effects on your skin. Through regular exfoliation of dead skin cells, there is an efficient turnover of cells that shall lead to improved appearance when it comes to fine lines, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation over time. All these outcomes are created with professional care, hence you can get healthy and youthful-looking skin, while dermaplaning that’s not professionally managed will only lead to inconsequential or unremarkable outcomes.
7.Insight from a Skin Aesthetician
Dr. Vinu Kriplani highlights that professional dermaplaning differs from at-home methods due to the expert technique, ensuring safe and effective exfoliation without risks like cuts or over-exfoliation. Professionals tailor treatments to individual skin types, an assessment often missed in DIY approaches. Additionally, professional-grade products used before and after the procedure enhance results, providing longer-lasting benefits.
She stresses the importance of strict sanitation in salons, reducing the risk of infection, and notes that regular dermaplaning by experts promotes long-term skin health by improving cell turnover and reducing fine lines or acne scars.
Conclusion:
While the convenience of DIY dermaplaning may seem tempting, the benefits of having this treatment performed by a licensed professional in a salon far surpass the risks. According to Dr. Kripalani, professionals follow precise technique and personalised treatments, using high-quality products and strict sanitation measures, hence, the salon experience ensures that your skin is treated safely and effectively.
Ultimately, professional dermaplaning delivers long-lasting results and healthier skin that at-home treatments simply cannot replicate. When it comes to your skincare, entrusting a professional is the surest way to achieve radiant, smooth, and youthful-looking skin.
