Dermaplaning

No! not at all. As long as the hair is superficial vellus hair, it will grow back at the same rate and texture as before the treatment. Any thicker, darker terminal hair (eyebrows/upper lip etc) should be waxed at least 48 hours prior to treatment.

• Chronic or serious medical illnesses (such as diabetes, heart disease/angina, epilepsy, hepatitis, blood disorders, cancer)
• Autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis or any condition that may weaken your immune system 
• If you have or have had any form of skin cancer 
• If you are taking steroids or anti-coagulants on a daily basis 
• If  you are currently receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy 
• If you have taken medication for acne such as oral retinoids (Roaccutane) or benzoyl peroxide in the last 6 months 
•  If you have had recent facial surgery or aesthetic treatments (such as rhinoplasty, face lift, dermal fillers, PDO threads, Botulinum toxin, aesthetic dental work, tattoos, piercings, laser resurfacing, laser hair removal, micro needling, dermaplane or skin peels)
•  If you have a predisposition to keloid or hypertrophic scars 

• Avoid electrolysis, depilatory creams, or waxing on the area to be treated for 7 days prior
• Avoid exfoliants or products containing alpha hydroxy (AHAs), beta hydroxy (BHAs) acids (such glycolic acid, lactic acid, fruit acids) or hydroquinone for 7 days prior
• Avoid getting any facial surgery or aesthetic treatments 
• Avoid  any products containing topical retinoids (Vitamin A, Retinol, Retin A etc) for 7 days prior
• Avoid extreme sun exposure, to avoid getting sun burnt 

 Dermaplaning can be carried out every 4 weeks to work with your skins natural renewal cycle  

 Your skin may be slightly red, this will reduce over the next 24-48 hours

 You may feel a slight itchiness or a stinging sensation over the next 24 hours, this is perfectly normal 

What to avoid:  

- Avoid touching your skin, this will transfer bacteria on to your skin, leading to rashes/breakouts

- Avoid makeup and perfumed products for 24-48 hours after treatment for best result

- Avoid chlorine for 24 hours

- Avoid facial waxing for 7 days

- Avoid dermal fillers or botox for 2-4 weeks depending upon area 

- Avoid excessive heat for 3 days after treatment (i.e. heavy workouts, steam rooms or saunas etc)

- Avoid the use of exfoliating products for at least 1-2 weeks following treatment, as your skin may be more sensitive 

- Avoid direct sunlight, sunbeds & self-tanning products for 1-2 weeks after treatment

For best results:

- Always use sunscreen with an SPF30 or above, and continue to re-apply during the day

- Follow a simple skincare routine for the next two weeks

- Cleanse the skin with a gentle cleansing solution, followed by hydrating skin serums (such as hyaluronic acid) and a gentle moisturiser