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Dead skin cells and fine facial hair create a dull texture that makes your complexion look lackluster and prevents products from penetrating effectively. Dermaplaning Facial at Fond & Faye in Rutherford, NJ uses a surgical scalpel to gently exfoliate your skin and remove vellus hair through precise manual technique. This exfoliating facial treatment physically removes the outermost layer of dead cells and peach fuzz, revealing fresh, smooth skin underneath while creating the perfect canvas for skincare absorption. Whether you want instant radiance, a smoother makeup application, or simply love the feeling of perfectly smooth skin, this satisfying treatment provides immediate visible results.
Your skin constantly sheds dead cells, but this natural process slows with age, causing buildup that makes your complexion look rough and dull. Fine vellus hair on your face catches this debris and creates an uneven texture that affects how makeup sits and how light reflects from your skin. Dermaplaning addresses both concerns through controlled exfoliation using a sterile surgical blade held at a precise angle, removing dead cells and hair in smooth, gentle strokes. This peach fuzz removal treatment creates instantly noticeable smoothness, allows products to penetrate better, and gives skin a luminous glow. The exfoliation also stimulates cell turnover that continues improving your skin over the following weeks.
Dermaplaning is a manual exfoliation technique utilizing a sterile #10 surgical scalpel to physically remove dead skin cells and vellus hair from your face. This facial exfoliation treatment involves holding the blade at a 45-degree angle against your skin and making short, light strokes that shave off the outermost layer of dead cells along with fine facial hair. The process requires skill and proper technique – too much pressure can irritate skin, while too little won’t effectively exfoliate. Unlike chemical exfoliation that dissolves cell bonds, dermaplaning mechanically removes surface buildup, making it appropriate for even sensitive skin types who can’t tolerate acids. The treatment is most effective on the face, neck, and chest areas where both dead cell accumulation and vellus hair create texture concerns.
Your dermaplaning experience begins with a consultation where we assess your skin and discuss any sensitivities. Your face is thoroughly cleansed to remove all makeup, oil, and impurities. The treatment area must be completely clean and dry for optimal results. The esthetician systematically works across your face using short, light strokes with the surgical blade. You’ll hear gentle scraping sounds as the blade removes dead cells and hair. The sensation should be comfortable, like a light scratching. The process usually takes 30-45 minutes, depending on whether additional treatments are included. Your skin will feel and look incredibly smooth immediately after, often with a noticeable glow. We conclude with appropriate serums, moisturizers, and sun protection.
After treatment, your skin will be extremely smooth and may appear slightly pink, which resolves quickly. To protect your newly exposed fresh skin and maintain results, avoid sun exposure and wear SPF 30+ daily, use gentle, non-irritating products, skip active ingredients like retinol and acids for 2-3 days, avoid touching your face excessively, and stay hydrated. Your skin will become more receptive to products, so this is an ideal time to use high-quality serums and treatments. Peach fuzz will grow back at its usual rate and texture – dermaplaning doesn’t cause hair to grow back darker or thicker, despite common myths. For maintaining smooth, glowing skin, monthly dermaplaning treatments work well for most people.
Fond & Faye is a wellness and aesthetics clinic specializing in face and body contouring with a strong focus on holistic care. Our expert estheticians receive thorough training in proper dermaplaning technique, including blade angle, pressure, and stroke patterns that ensure safe, effective exfoliation. We use sterile, single-use surgical blades and follow strict protocols for safety and hygiene. We understand skin physiology and can determine when dermaplaning is appropriate versus when other exfoliation methods would be better suited.
Ready to experience the instant smoothness, radiance, and glow that comes from professional dermaplaning? Visit Fond & Faye in Rutherford, NJ, where our skilled estheticians provide expert exfoliation for immediately visible results. We proudly serve clients throughout Rutherford, Carlstadt, Lyndhurst, Wallington, and East Rutherford.
