DERMAPLANING ​PRE- & POST-CARE

What to expect: 

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• It may take multiple treatments to visualize improvements.

• Improved smoothness, texture, luminescence

• Improved mild photo damaged skin-mottle pigmentation

• Comedonal acne

• Improves acne scarring

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Post-care: 

• Use recommended skincare products and gentle cleanser.

• Discontinue use of hydroxyl acids and retinols following your treatment for approximately 3 days.

• Do not use harsh scrubs or abrasive loofahs following your treatment for at least 3 days.

• Avoid direct sun exposure and wear a sunscreen daily.

• Avoid vigorous activity and hot heat.

• Do not go swimming or put face under water.

• Do not take long hot showers or put face under a hot stream of water.

• Avoid drinking alcohol.

• Avoid surfaces that could irritate your skin i.e. pillows, beards, collared or turtleneck shirts.

• Do not pick or prematurely peel the skin, as this will cause hyperpigmentation and/or surface scars.

• Return to the office as directed by provider or sooner with any complications.

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Contraindications to service: 

• Active infection of all types, such as herpes simplex virus or flat warts.

• Active acne

• Uncontrolled diabetes

• Eczema, dermatitis

• Skin cancer

• Vascular lesions

• Oral blood thinner

• Rosacea

• Pregnancy