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The growing popularity and increasing buzz about dermaplaning have naturally resulted in an uptick in curiosity and interest. That interest is certainly warranted, as many fans of the treatment swear by its benefits. If you’re among those who are curious about dermaplaning or are considering trying it, there are a few basics worth knowing. For example, why your treatment should be from a professional esthetician who’s completed well-regarded dermaplaning classes . The benefits could be considerable. What Dermaplaning Is Basically, dermaplaning is an exfoliating skin treatment that is also sometimes called blading or microplaning. It involves the use of an exfoliating blade to skim away the top layers of dead skin cells and hair, primarily vellus hair (peach fuzz). This exfoliating procedure is acclaimed by its fans for instantly revealing a luminous, radiant-looking complexion. What Dermaplaning Does for You The benefits that a professional esthetician equipped with a quality derma...

If you’ve never had a facial dermaplaning treatment by a skilled skincare professional, you’re in for a real treat with immediately visible results. Dermaplaning is an exfoliation method that manually removes dead skin cells and vellus hair (peach fuzz) using a blade in a professional dermaplaning tool kit. Your esthetician gently skims the top layer of your skin for an instantly brighter-looking complexion. Professional Dermaplaning Tool Once you’ve done your research and chosen a medspa with trained dermaplaning practitioners with excellent reviews, you can sit back and relax while they work their magic with dermaplaning tools for estheticians . Here’s what you can expect after a quality dermaplaning treatment. Little to No Downtime Dermaplaning is not considered an invasive treatment, so you don’t need to plan for any downtime. But although dermaplaning doesn’t require downtime, you still need to be careful about sun exposure. You can go back to your regular routine a...

You’ve entered a new year, and it’s time to set personal and professional goals. As an esthetician, your professional New Year’s resolutions likely revolve around skin as well as gaining and applying skincare knowledge. While others may want to change their routines with more products, you can streamline yours with cosmeceuticals. Cosmeceuticals and non-surgical aesthetic treatments can be a safe and effective way to improve one’s skin at home and in the office, respectively. Adding a few of the following ambitions to your list of resolutions will allow you to create personalized treatment plans for yourself and others this year. Dermaplaning Kit Learn More About High-Performing Cosmeceuticals There are always more areas to learn about and products to explore in esthetics and cosmetology. This year, one area to explore is cosmeceuticals. Cosmeceuticals are a hybrid between over-the-counter products and prescription ones. They have a higher concentration of active ingredients but non-pr...

With the holiday season in full swing, it’s easy to get swept up in the spirit of giving. From friends and family to surprise gifts for coworkers, putting yourself aside for the sake of others feels like second nature. That said, even the best gift-giver needs to carve out some time for self-care, especially in the skincare realm. From confidence-boosting chemical peels to the exfoliating power of a  glycolic body wash , here are three easy ways to complement your complexion this holiday season. Do Your Skin a Favor with Dermaplaning One of the best ways to complement your complexion is with an exfoliation treatment known as dermaplaning. As a non-invasive procedure, dermaplaning is done by an esthetician who uses a  professional dermaplaning tool  to gently scrape away the dead skin cells from your face. This helps remove the very top layer of skin from your face, allowing newer skin cells to rise to the surface. The end result is a brighter, fresher, more youthful-lo...

With the new year right around the corner, there’s never been a better time to look at your current skincare routine to see where you could improve it. The winter months can be pretty rough on your skin, with icy temperatures constantly trying to pull much-needed moisture away. With the start of a new year being a time for resolutions, why not resolve to treat yourself to skincare solutions that can help you achieve a happier, more youthful-looking glow? From the rejuvenating wonders of a professional treatment done with a pro-level  dermaplaning kit  to the pore-penetrating power of an enhancing glycolic body wash, here are three ways you can give your skin the glow it deserves. Consider a Professional Dermaplaning Treatment  When it comes to beauty and skincare, people have found all sorts of fun and creative ways to keep their skin looking its best. There are also tons of tried and tested methods as well, with dermaplaning quickly becoming one of the most popular. W...

It’s natural for people to be concerned about the health and appearance of their skin when the sun is out during warmer weather. However, there are a variety of factors related to cold-weather conditions that can pose definite risks to the skin’s well-being. As an esthetician, you are in an ideal position to help your clients prepare their skin for the risks of cold-weather exposure. Of course, one of the benefits of helping clients with fall and winter skin preparation and protection is that brightening and beautification tend to result. Just be sure you are well-equipped with professional dermaplaning tools for estheticians and high-quality skincare products.  Remind Clients to Hydrate Inside and Out It’s certainly not the responsibility of an esthetician to engage with their clients about health or wellness issues beyond skincare. However, the health and appearance of the skin are inextricably bound to health in general. Basically, it never hurts to remind your cli...