Sounds impossible, right? Most of us haven’t been gifted with flawless looking skin but there is one easy way to achieve it without having the expertise of a celebrity make-up artist.

We spend hours scrolling through Instagram to see picture-perfect faces but the reality is most of them are covered in layers of primer, concealer and foundation. So how do you get a picture-perfect face without any of the make-up? Dermaplaning is the answer to how to get clear skin.

You may have heard of dermaplaning as ‘face shaving’ but it is so much more than that. Dermaplaning is a manual form of exfoliation which removes dead skin cells from the surface of your face. Not only are you left with smoother skin but the process also encourages collagen regeneration which in turn gives you that ‘glow’. 

What is dermaplaning?

You might be thinking, here we go again, another facial fad but dermaplaning has been around for years. If you’ve ever wondered how to get rid of ‘peach fuzz’ then this is your answer. In Japan it is known as ‘kao sori’ (‘shaved face’) which some attribute to the desired porcelain skin look. Some have even suggested that it stretches as far back as Ancient Egyptian times. 

So how exactly does it work? In order to remove the dead skin from your face your practitioner will use a specialised scalpel. Placed at a 45 degree angle, they will then move the scalpel across your face removing the dead skin cells and small hairs as they go along. No more “peach fuzz” for you. The effects can last up to four weeks so it’s recommended you book in once a month for ultimate results. 

The benefits of dermaplaning

Unlike other facial treatments, you will be able to see a radiant glow immediately. What’s more is that dermaplaning also reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, the frequency of spots as well ashyper pigmentation and acne scarring but the main thing you’ll thank it for is how good your make-up will look.

Make-up goes on a lot smoother given that all the little hairs you had will have gone. Ditch the primer because you won’t need it for a flawless finish. You’ll also have the added benefit of skin care products being absorbed by the skin better and working more effectively due to the removal of the barrier of dead skin. Never be scared of having flakey foundation again. 

Time is another great thing about this procedure. It’s quick and there’s no downtime meaning you can even go get it done in your lunch break and return to work after.

Is dermaplaning safe?

Of course with any facial procedure there is some level of risk but the side effects of a dermaplaning facial are few and far between. There is a small chance that you may have some slight abrasion to the skin but it is minimal. Talk to your practitioner for after care instructions and you shouldn’t have a problem. 

Here at SERO Aesthetics we believe in self-care. Treat your skin to what it deserves, add in a dermaplaning session once a month and you’ll be glowing all year round.