What to Put on Your Skin After Dermaplaning (Don’t Skip These Steps)
So, you’ve just dermaplaned and your skin is feeling baby smooth, but now what?
The next few hours are crucial. Your skin is freshly exfoliated, ultra-absorbent, and a bit more sensitive than usual. What you put on next can either boost your glow, or cause irritation.
Here’s your go-to guide for the best products to use after dermaplaning, plus what to avoid for happy, radiant skin.
Why Aftercare Matter
Dermaplaning removes:
- Peach fuzz
- Dead skin buildup
- The outermost barrier of your face
That’s why your skin looks instantly brighter, but it also means it’s more vulnerable. The right post-care will lock in hydration, calm your skin, and help maintain that post-dermaplaning glow.
For a full how-to on dermaplaning, read:
How to Use a Dermaplaning Tool at Home (Safely & Effectively) →
What Should You Use After Dermaplaning?
These are the best types of products to use after dermaplaning:
1. Hydrating Serums (Hyaluronic Acid)
Hyaluronic acid draws moisture into the skin and helps plump and soothe. It’s ideal for post-exfoliation.
Try our Hyaluronics Serum - formulated for freshly revealed skin, it layers beautifully and doesn’t sting or pill.
2.Gentle Moisturizers
After your serum, follow with a calming, fragrance-free moisturizer to seal everything in.
Our Peptide Cream is lightweight but nourishing—perfect for post-dermaplaning.
3. SPF (the Next Morning)
Your skin is more sensitive to UV rays after exfoliation, so sunscreen is essential, even if it’s cloudy.
What to Avoid After Dermaplaning
For 24–48 hours after dermaplaning, avoid:
- Retinol or retinoids
- AHAs/BHAs (glycolic, salicylic acid)
- Vitamin C (can sting post-exfoliation)
- Clay or charcoal masks
- Direct sun exposure
- Heavy makeup (let your skin breathe!)
Here’s a visual summary:
- ✅ Hydrating serum
✅ Moisturizer
✅ SPF
❌ Exfoliating acids
❌ Actives
❌ Harsh scrubs
How Should Skin Feel After Dermaplaning?
Your skin should feel:
- Smooth
- Soft
- Slightly flushed (normal for 10–20 mins)
- Never burning, raw, or red for long periods
If you experience stinging or tightness, it could mean you used:
- Too much pressure
- A dull or poor-quality blade
- Active ingredients too soon after
This is why we always recommend using a gentle, professionally designed tool like Shape & Shave and pairing it with calming skincare.
What If You Have Sensitive Skin?
If your skin is naturally reactive, don’t worry - you can still dermaplane safely with the right routine.
Read this first:
Sensitive Skin? Here’s How to Dermaplane Without Regret →
Top tips:
- Always patch test new products
- Skip actives for at least 48 hours
- Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
The Best Post-Dermaplaning Skincare Routine
Here’s a simple routine to follow for 1–2 days after dermaplaning:
Morning:
Rinse face with cool water (no cleanser needed)
Apply Hyaluronics Serum
Moisturize with Peptide Cream
Apply SPF
Evening:
Cleanse with oil to Milk Cleanser
Apply Hyaluronic Serum
Moisturize
Avoid exfoliants and any “tingly” treatments until your skin fully calms.
Final Thoughts
Dermaplaning gives you smoother, more radiant skin—but your aftercare routine is what keeps the glow going.
With the right products, you’ll lock in moisture, protect your skin barrier, and enjoy the results for longer.
✨ For best results, pair dermaplaning with:
Shape & Shave for safe at-home glow
Hyaluronic Serum for instant hydration
Peptide Cream for calming nourishment