Pre-Treatment Guidelines
- Pause active products: Stop using retinoids, Retin‑A, tretinoin, and exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHAs, glycolic, salicylic, benzoyl peroxide) for 3–5 days before your treatment.
- Protect your skin: Avoid tanning beds, self‑tanners, and direct sun exposure for at least a week prior. Daily SPF 30+ is a must.
- Skip other exfoliation: Hold off on chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or resurfacing treatments for 1–2 weeks before.
- Keep it gentle : Stay hydrated and keep your routine simple in the days leading up.
- Guest Intake Form: Please complete the intake form included in your appointment confirmation email. This helps us prepare your treatment with the higher level of care and customization.
Dermaplanning Pre-Treatment Review List
General Contradictions
The following conditions are recognized as contraindications for dermaplaning + must be disclosed prior to treatment:
Ø Active acne
Ø Active infection of any type, such as herpes simplex or flat warts
Ø Any raised lesions
Ø Any recent chemical peel procedure
Ø Chemotherapy or radiation
Ø Eczema or dermatitis
Ø Family history of keloid formation
Ø Hemophilia Hormonal therapy that produces thick pigmentation
Ø Moles
Ø Oral blood thinner medications
Ø Pregnancy
Ø Recent use of topical agents such as glycolic acids, alpha-hydroxy acids and Retin-A
Ø Rosacea
Ø Scleroderma
Ø Skin Cancer
Ø Sunburn
Ø Telangiectasia/erythema may be worsened or brought out by exfoliation
Ø Thick, dark facial hair
Ø Uncontrolled diabetes
Ø Use of Accutane within the last year
Ø Vascular lesions
After Care + Results
Dermaplaning leaves your skin ultra‑smooth, fresh, and radiant but it also makes it more delicate. What you do at home matters just as much as what happens in the treatment room.
- Your esthetician will advise you on post-care procedures + recommend the best treatment plan catered to your unique skin’s needs. Gentle, deeply hydrating and barrier building serums and moisturizers MUST be used.
- Use mineral sunscreen SPF 40+ daily.
- Immediately after your Dermaplaning treatment, do not use the sauna, swimming pool or suntanning beds.
- Do not exfoliate, wax, shave or otherwise manipulate the treated area for at least 7 days following your treatment.
Smooth, radiant skin starts here.
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