Dermaplaning

Dermaplaning is a professional exfoliating treatment that gently removes accumulated surface skin cells and fine vellus hair, often referred to as “peach fuzz”, from the face.

At Derma Aesthetics Clinic in Brentwood, dermaplaning is used to leave the skin feeling smoother, softer and more refined, while helping skincare and make-up sit more evenly on the skin.

What Is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a controlled manual exfoliation treatment performed using a sterile surgical blade held at a carefully controlled angle against the skin.

The blade is gently passed across the surface of the face to remove superficial dead skin cells together with fine vellus hair.

The treatment does not involve cutting into the skin. Its purpose is to exfoliate the outermost surface layer and create a smoother-looking and smoother-feeling complexion.

What Are the Benefits of Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning may help to:

• Remove accumulated surface skin cells
• Remove fine facial vellus hair
• Leave skin feeling smoother and softer
• Improve the appearance of dull or rough skin
• Temporarily improve the appearance of uneven surface texture
• Help skincare products apply more evenly
• Create a smoother surface for make-up application
• Give the complexion a fresher, more polished appearance

Does Dermaplaning Make Facial Hair Grow Back Thicker?

No. Dermaplaning removes hair at the surface of the skin and does not alter the structure of the hair follicle underneath.

The fine vellus hair will gradually grow back, but dermaplaning does not change it into thicker or darker terminal hair.

As the hair begins to regrow, it can sometimes feel slightly different because the end has been cut straight across, but the actual thickness, colour and growth rate of the hair are not changed by the treatment.

Who Is Dermaplaning Suitable For?

Dermaplaning may be suitable for clients who are concerned about:

• Dull or tired-looking skin
• Rough or uneven surface texture
• Dry or flaky surface skin
• Fine facial vellus hair
• A complexion that feels less smooth

It can also be a useful option for people who want a straightforward exfoliating treatment without chemical peeling.

Your Dermaplaning Treatment Experience

Consultation

Your skin is assessed before treatment and we discuss your current skincare, sensitivity and any concerns that could affect suitability.

Treatment

The skin is thoroughly cleansed before a sterile blade is gently moved across the treatment area in controlled strokes.

Dead surface skin cells and fine vellus hair are removed gradually while the skin is carefully supported throughout the procedure.

Finishing Products

Once dermaplaning is complete, appropriate soothing and hydrating products are applied together with sun protection.

Does Dermaplaning Hurt?

Dermaplaning is generally a comfortable treatment. Most clients describe the sensation as light scraping or brushing across the skin rather than pain.

The treatment should not involve cutting or intentionally damaging the skin.

Is There Any Downtime?

Dermaplaning usually involves little downtime. The skin may appear slightly pink or feel more sensitive immediately after treatment, but this generally settles relatively quickly.

Because the freshly exfoliated skin can be more sensitive to the sun, daily SPF is particularly important following treatment.

If you are considering treatment before a celebration or photographs, read our guide to planning skin treatments before a wedding or event. Your schedule should allow for assessment and individual recovery, even with a short appointment.

How Often Can I Have Dermaplaning?

The interval between treatments depends on your skin and how quickly surface cells and vellus hair return.

For clients who enjoy regular dermaplaning, treatments are commonly spaced several weeks apart. We will recommend an appropriate interval based on your skin rather than treating too frequently.

When Should Dermaplaning Be Avoided?

Dermaplaning may need to be postponed where there is:

• Active or inflamed acne
• Open or damaged skin
• Active skin infection
• Significant irritation or inflammation
• An active cold sore in the treatment area
• A recent procedure that has left the skin particularly sensitive

We will assess your skin before treatment and recommend another option where dermaplaning is not appropriate.

Dermaplaning for Ageing or Dull Skin

Dermaplaning can help improve the appearance of dullness and rough surface texture, but it does not directly address deeper structural changes associated with ageing.

If concerns such as fine lines, loss of firmness or more established skin ageing are your priority, you may want to explore our ageing skin treatments.

Dermaplaning or a Chemical Peel?

Dermaplaning and professional chemical peels both exfoliate the skin, but they work differently.

Dermaplaning provides mechanical surface exfoliation and removes fine vellus hair, whereas treatments such as AlumierMD chemical peels and BioRePeel use professional peel formulations to address concerns such as congestion, pigmentation, texture and visible ageing.

Which treatment is most appropriate depends on your skin and what you would like to improve.

You can also read our guide Chemical Peels Explained: AlumierMD, BioRePeel & ZO Skin if you are comparing professional exfoliating treatments.

Dermaplaning Prices

Visit our treatment pricing page for our current dermaplaning price.

Why Choose Derma Aesthetics Clinic?

Derma Aesthetics Clinic has been established in Brentwood since 2013 and provides personalised non-surgical treatments for skin health, rejuvenation and visible signs of ageing.

We assess your skin before treatment and recommend the most appropriate approach rather than assuming the same exfoliating treatment is right for everyone.

Book Dermaplaning in Brentwood

If you would like smoother, freshly exfoliated skin or would like to discuss whether dermaplaning is right for you, contact us to arrange an appointment.

Call us on 01277 213 980 or use the enquiry form below.