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Negative Effects of Dermaplaning

Dermaplaning is the go-to facial treatment for those who want to address multiple skin issues all at once. Excellent in promoting skin cell turnover, this treatment is one of the trendiest options to get that perfect glow every woman is raving about.

Negative Effects of Dermaplaning

As with all facial procedures, dermaplaning has its fair share of pros and cons. While proven to have a few minor side effects, it is also important to cite the common skin reactions one can get when trying this treatment.

Redness

Developing redness after the treatment is a frequent side effect of any skincare procedure. Since dermaplaning is basically a method of scraping off the dead cells using a scalpel, it irritates the skin’s capillaries (Marie, 2020). This leads to redness that usually doesn’t last that long (about two to three days only). However, if it does endure a little longer, make sure to seek the advice of your dermatologist.

Whiteheads

In some cases, whiteheads can also develop after a dermaplaning session.

Infection and Scarring

These are side effects of dermaplaning. Infections are developed when an initially damaged area of the skin is dermaplaned, which causes the bacteria to spread to other places of the face. If you have eczema, cold sores, or even active acne, you should first treat these conditions to avoid further infection.

Scarring is cured by softening the scar tissue with a steroid injection. (Watson, 2019)

Patchy Skin Pigment

Pigmentation is a negative effect you will get when you try dermaplaning while you have an existing skin condition. If you have spot-prone skin, it is best to avoid this treatment and ask for other facial options to address your hair removal needs (Zychowski, 2020).

Facial Hair Growth

According to experts, facial hairs will not grow thicker and darker after a dermaplane treatment (Mariwalla, 2019). This is especially applicable to women who have normal skin.

However, if you are suffering from a hormonal imbalance that has excessive hair growth as a side effect, dermaplaning might not be a suitable facial procedure for you. This is also advisable for those women who have hirsutism or a condition similar to the hair growth pattern of men.

If excessive facial hair is your main concern, it is also advisable that you go for a waxing or threading treatment instead of dermaplaning.

Sensitivity

Since it removes the layer of dead cells and hairs that protect the inner cells, dermaplaning exposes a deeper layer of your skin. If you have naturally sensitive skin, this treatment can lead to extra sensitivity.

Irritation and itchiness are also common side effects of dermaplaning, but these should subside after a couple of days. Unprofessional and aggressive treatment can also cause mild flaking. If any of these cases worsen, schedule a consultation with your dermatologist as soon as possible.

The negative effects of dermaplaning are different, depending on the skin conditions of each individual. It is important to know all of these beforehand to avoid adverse reactions that can lead to other complications.

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