Not at all! Dermaplaning removes the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of your skin. This layer contains only dead skin cells, which don’t feel any pain. Many patients find dermaplaning to be a relaxing treatment.
You Can Expect:
Treatment Length:
30 minutes
Initial Results Seen In:
Immediately
Results Duration:
4 to 6 weeks
Accentuating Your Natural Beauty
A dull and tired complexion can mask your skin’s inherent radiance. Uncover your skin’s natural glow at SOMA Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics! Our skilled aestheticians use dermaplaning to exfoliate the top layer of your skin and refresh your complexion.
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How Dermaplaning Works
Your provider uses a single-use scalpel to scrape away the uppermost layer of your skin gently. This process cleans your skin’s surface of dead skin cells, bacteria, and debris that builds up over time. It also removes the soft vellus hairs from your face, leaving you with a brighter, more even complexion.
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The SOMA Way
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Step 1:
Consultation
At SOMA, we prioritize building a meaningful relationship with each of our patients. We lay the foundation for this relationship through a personalized consultation, where we’ll ask you about your goals and customize your care plan.
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Step 2:
Treatment
You’ll sit back and relax in one of our comfortable treatment chairs as your provider cleans your skin. Then they’ll use a surgical blade to exfoliate the top layer of your skin gently, rejuvenating your complexion’s texture and tone.
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Step 3:
Maintenance
Dermaplaning provides instant revitalization, so you’ll look and feel amazing as you leave our facility. We can help you schedule your next dermaplaning appointment and give you skin care recommendations to maintain your results.
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Dermaplaning at SOMA Des Moines
Welcome to the SOMA Family!
Personalized Treatments
Your individuality takes center stage at our practice. We’ll work with you to fully customize your care plan and each of your treatments so you can enhance your natural looks.
Hometown Warmth
At SOMA, you’re not just another face—you’re family. We welcome every patient with open arms, and we work tirelessly to ensure your experience is nothing short of amazing.
Cosmetic Expertise
Our aestheticians bring a wealth of experience and a sharp eye for detail while providing dermaplaning in Des Moines. Our dedication to excellence drives us to deliver consistently stunning results.
An Overview of Dermaplaning
During dermaplaning, your provider manually exfoliates your skin to remove dead skin, built up debris, and vellus hair. They will use a single use surgical blade to gently scrape away the stratum corneum, the very top layer of your skin.
The dead cells in this layer can give you a dull, tired appearance. By removing them, we uncover the brighter and healthier skin underneath. We also reduce the appearance of scarring, fine lines, wrinkles, and more.
After your dermaplaning in Des Moines, you may also find that your skin is softer to the touch. Dermaplaning also makes it easier to apply skincare products and makeup to your skin. This plethora of benefits makes dermaplaning an excellent option for anyone interested in comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Pre-Care Instructions
Actions to Take
- Let us know if you’re experiencing an active acne breakout. Dermaplaning can cause active acne to spread, so we’ll reschedule your appointment.
- Arrive at your appointment with a clean, bare face. Don’t put on any lotion, creams, or makeup on the day of your appointment.
Actions to Avoid
- Starting a couple of weeks before your appointment, avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, and sunless tanner.
- Don’t wax the treatment area for a few weeks before dermaplaning.
- At least 3 days before dermaplaning, stop using any exfoliating products or treatments.
Post-Care Instructions
Actions to Take
- Use gentle cleansers and skincare products to prevent skin irritation.
- Drink extra water and use moisturizer daily to keep your skin hydrated.
- Ask your provider about additional aftercare recommendations to maintain your skin’s new radiance.
Actions to Avoid
- Avoid touching your face to avoid spreading bacteria.
- Don’t put on any makeup for at least the first 24 hours after dermaplaning.
- Avoid direct sunlight for several days after your treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
After dermaplaning in Des Moines at SOMA, you can expect your brighter complexion to last 4 to 6 weeks. As new skin cells replace the old ones, they push your dead cells to the top layer of your skin. After several weeks, the buildup of dead cells can make your skin dull once more.
We can schedule your next dermaplaning appointment within this timeframe to maintain your complexion’s color and luminosity.
No, vellus hair removed by dermaplaning will not grow back thicker or darker after dermaplaning. When your hair first starts regrowing, you may notice that it feels a little coarser. This is only because you feel the hair’s blunt cut edge, not a soft, natural breakage. Your hair will soften again over time.
If you have any other concerns before your dermaplaning in Des Moines, let us know! We’re always happy to answer your questions, and we prioritize making every patient feel heard and valued.
