Dermaplaning is done with a sterile micro-blade held at a 45-degree angle and brushed along the surface of the skin to remove thin layers of excess skin cells and fine hairs. This is then followed by a skin-soothing balm or oil, or with our deluxe treatment, a mild skin stimulation peel for extra exfoliation. The treatment is painless and does not require any numbing prior to treatment.

Not at all. Hair on the face is a type known as villous hair, rather than the dark, thick terminal hair that grows elsewhere. Shaving does not in any way cause vellus hair follicles to transform into terminal hair follicles.

Some light redness can be expected but not always. It’s perfectly fine and common to make an appointment during lunch and go right back to work after the treatment.

Since this is a deeply exfoliating treatment, we recommend waiting at least a month between appointments, although some patients with sensitive skin can limit their treatments to even once a season.

Repeat treatments are recommended when you see your peach fuzz return, usually after approximately one month.

Try to avoid a ‘full’ makeup immediately after your dermaplaning treatment and let the skin breathe for the rest of the day.

If you need to wear makeup, you can, but your skin barrier is more open and may become irritated. Once your skin has had time to settle (24 hours), proceed with your make-up as normal.

While dermaplaning is considered to be an effective treatment for many skin conditions, it is important to avoid it if you’re currently taking retinoid medications, since these treatments may cause undue irritation and discomfort during the dermaplaning procedure. Dermaplaning should be delayed by three to four days if you’ve recently tanned or used any exfoliating scrubs to allow your skin time to heal. Highly sensitive skin (eg. Rosacea or keratosis) may find the treatment irritates your skin.

We cannot dermaplane someone who is highly sensitive, has pustular or active rosacea, acne, thick dark (terminal) hair, pregnant and diabetic clients.

Please stop using exfoliants 48 hours prior to the treatment: AHA acids, Benzoyl peroxide, Retinols and tretinoin, Enzymes, Azelaic acid and Adapelene

Quite the opposite, actually. A buildup of dead skin can clog your pores and hair follicles, which can not only cause pimples but also block your skincare products from penetrating the skin, which is why exfoliation is essential for maintaining an even, healthy glow. But, if you already have an existing breakout, you will need to wait until it clears up.

You can gain access to this treatment on the MyTime Restore Mini/Restore membership. This gives you the benefit of having this treatment from just £70.