The pandemic motivated many to take their skin concerns into their own hands. DIY remedies and at-home dermaplaning attempts are taking over the internet. The internet often is the authority we rely on for skincare advice. TikTok influencers claim to be skincare experts. But licensed estheticians are the real skincare experts. Estheticians deserve our full reliance.

In this article, we will be discussing at-home dermaplaning. Why licensed estheticians are against it, and what they recommend doing instead.

Esthetician Frustration

Licensed estheticians undergo 600+ hours of training. They learn to understand the biology of skin and skincare. With the rise of online skincare advice in 2020, their expertise falls on deaf ears.

Estheticians understand the appeal of dermaplaning at home. The desire to save money and still get the skin results you want is appealing.

The main frustration estheticians express about at-home dermaplaning IS about the results. Most who attempt at-home dermaplaning do not get their desired results. Attempting to do a professional skincare treatment over their bathroom sink is never a good idea.

The general public is not educated on how to use a dermaplaning blade. The most common blade used for at-home dermaplaning is a razor meant for brow shaping. These blades are purchased from Amazon. They are not up-to-par with the surgical blades needed for proper dermaplaning treatment.

Even if a client somehow has the correct supplies for at-home dermaplaning, one should never attempt it. Especially without the guidance of a licensed esthetician. Most people do not know to take care of blades post application. Or how to stretch the skin properly to avoid cutting the face. The same blade is used over and over without infection control. And the benefits of receiving an actual dermaplaning treatment are nonexistent at home.

The money adds up to the products purchased to try and fix the issues the brow shaping razor caused to the skin. Licensed estheticians BEG YOU to receive a professional dermaplaning treatment from a professional.

What to Expect at a Professional Dermaplaning Treatment

When you take the plunge to receive a professional dermaplaning treatment, it may be intimidating at first. Here is what you can expect when you get your professional treatment from a licensed esthetician...

• The esthetician will begin by cleansing and degreasing the skin.

• Next, the esthetician will firmly stretch the skin.

• Using a back and forth motion, the esthetician will use their sterile, surgical blade at a 45 degree angle across your skin. This begins the removal of vellus hair (peach fuzz) and dead skin.

Treatment continues with a light peel, laser treatment or masque, and finishing products. Your skin will be baby soft and glowing. A professional dermaplaning treatment helps skincare products to absorb better. You will find that your makeup applies more smoothly as well. Receiving a professional treatment, you most likely will not have any breakouts. You will avoid allergic reactions, and skin irritation. Where both are common to experience during at home attempts.

Recommended After Care

The benefits of a professional dermaplaning treatment continues with after care. Simple and soothing is best. Licensed estheticians will most likely recommend products with calming ingredients.

Some product recommendations include...

• A good, high quality Vitamin C serum

• A product that gives a boost of hyaluronic acid to soothe and hydrate the skin

To inquire about receiving a professional dermaplaning treatment, connect with a Pomp, licensed esthetician here.