Why Your Skincare Works Better After Dermaplaning

(And how to make the most of that post-glow window)

Ever feel like your skincare products just sit on top of your skin?

There’s a reason for that and dermaplaning might be the fix.

Dermaplaning is more than just peach fuzz removal. By gently exfoliating the top layer of dead skin cells, it creates the ideal conditions for your skincare to actually do its job. Let’s break down why that happens and how to maximize your post-dermaplane glow.

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What happens when you dermaplane?

Dermaplaning uses a sterile blade to lightly scrape away the surface layer of dead skin and vellus hair. This reveals smoother, brighter skin but it also clears the path for your skincare products to penetrate deeper.

Think of it like this:

Before dermaplaning, your skincare has to fight through a barrier of dead skin and debris.

After dermaplaning? That barrier is gone so your products can get to work faster and more effectively.

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Why skincare absorption improves after dermaplaning

✔️ No more buildup

Dead skin and fine hairs can trap oil, dirt, and product, which limits absorption. Once that’s gone, your serums and moisturizers glide on and soak in.

✔️ Smoother surface = better penetration

Active ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and peptides can reach deeper layers of skin when the outer layer is freshly exfoliated.

✔️ More even application

Without peach fuzz or rough patches, your products apply more evenly—and that includes makeup too.

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Best skincare steps to follow after dermaplaning

You’ve got a golden window right after dermaplaning where your skin is extra receptive. Here’s how to take advantage of it:

1. Hydrating serum first

Your skin is freshly exfoliated and needs moisture. Go for gentle hydration like:

• Hyaluronic acid

• Panthenol

• Aloe vera

2. Barrier support

Follow up with a moisturizer that calms and strengthens:

• Ceramides

• Squalane

• Centella asiatica

3. No harsh actives (yet)

Avoid strong exfoliants (AHAs/BHAs), retinoids, or vitamin C immediately after. Give your skin 24–48 hours to recover.

4. SPF is essential

Your skin will be more sensitive to the sun. Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher, even if you’re staying indoors.

Dermaplaning supercharges your skincare

If you’ve been investing in quality products but not seeing results, dermaplaning might be the missing step. It’s like clearing the runway—so everything else can land exactly where it’s supposed to.

Watch @laurenguiry10’s video to see how she preps her skin and layers her products after dermaplaning. The glow? Real. The results? Even better.