And it was one of the worst things I've done In The name of beauty
Basically, you (or a professional) use of a sterile, surgical scalpel to gently shave the skin's surface, removing dead skin along with fine vellus hair.
So why the fuss? Well, dermaplaning triggers the cell regeneration process. It also can improve the look of acne scars and hyperpigmentation. And immediately after, your skin is left looking smooth and glowy.
According to Dr. Anjali Mahto, dermatologist, British Skin Foundation spokesperson and author of The Skincare Bible, for those with normal skin types, there are no specific cons. But I had a different experience
My temperamental skin felt sore and looked unnervingly red after the treatment. And as the hairs regrew, the blunt ends made them feel coarse and prickly. Plus, I dealt with some ingrowns.
I tried to keep dermaplaning at home and noticed stubbly shadows and spots begin to form under my skin. When three layers of concealer wouldn't cover them up, I knew I needed to stop.
My excess facial hair comes from hirsutism thanks to polycystic ovaries, which is a hormonal condition. For me — or anyone else with excess facial hair — waxing, threading, or laser hair removal is a better option than dermaplaning.
If your skin is particularly sensitive, or if you have an inflammatory skin condition like rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis, keep the blade away from your face. Same thing if you have active acne vascular lesions.
See a pro. At-home dermaplaning razors are available, but tbh, not recommended. For something as important as your face, you see the best results when you visited a dermatologist or esthetician.
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