Frequently Asked Questions

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Q.  Does it hurt?

A. Topical anesthetic is used to help keep you comfortable. If you are someone that is difficult to numb during dental treatments, please let me know. 

We will let the anesthetic stay on the skin a little bit longer. 

Q. How often can I have it done?

A. Every 4-6 weeks

Q. Who is NOT a good candidate?

A. If you have an active infection of any kind.  

If you have been on Acutaine within the last 6 months.

If you have allergies to topical aesthetic  or Lidocaine.

If you are on blood thinners or have ANY cardiac disease or abnormalities, including bleeding disorders.

If you are being treated with radiation or chemotherapy.

If you have vascular disease or diabetes.

If you have Eczema, Psoriasis or Dermatitis, Hepatitis, HIV, Herpes, Scleroderma, Skin Cancer, Telangiectasia, Erythema, or any vascular lesions.

If you have Threads.

If you have a sunburn or have used self tanner within 3-4 weeks. 

If you are pregnant or nursing.

If you have had any surgery in the last 3 months. 

Q. Will it effect Botox or fillers?

A. Microneedling should be done 3 weeks after the last injection, so as not to disrupt the placement of any fillers.

Q. How many treatments before I see results? 

A. Most people feel a difference after their first treatment. To really see a difference in the skin, a minimum of 3 treatments is recommended. The behavior of skin varies from person to person, so in some cases, more treatments are required for desired results. 

Q. How often should I have it done?

A. Best results are seen with consistency about every 3-4 weeks. If you have had a chemical peel, 6-8 weeks.

Q. Will the hair grow back thicker or darker?

A. This is the most asked question and usually biggest concern. The answer is no. Here is why. Dermaplaning is only done in areas where there is Vellus hair (aka peach fuzz).  Dermaplaning is not done in areas with Terminal hair (darker, thicker and more course) which is typically on the scalp, eyebrows, beard area on men, and pubis areas. Dermaplaning will not effect the rate or type of hair growth pattern. 

Q. Who is NOT a good candidate?

A. If you have had recent chemical peel.

If you have any skin conditions such as Eczema, Dermatitis, Rosacea, sunburn, Skin Cancer, Active Acne.

If you are pregnant or nursing. 

If you have uncontrolled diabetes.

If you are on blood thinners or have any issues with clotting.

If you have a history of Keloids.

If you are prone to cold sores.

If you are being treated with chemotherapy or radiation.

If you are using hormone therapy. 

Q. What does Oncology Trained really mean??

   A. Oncology training is a course that teaches us, the aesthetician, to correctly care for the delicate conditions that the skin may experience while a person is being treated for cancer.  

Q. Can I get a facial if I have cancer? 

  A. That is not a yes or no answer. Depending on where you are at in your treatment, what your skin is doing, and most importantly, if your doctor approves--you may or may not be able to enjoy a facial treatment. More likely than not it is just fine, but everyone is different, so it really varies. I recommend scheduling a complimentary consultation with me so I can look at your skin, discuss your treatment, and see if we should get the okay from your physician before we proceed.

Q. Do you diagnose or check for skin cancer? 

A. I am not a physician, so I do not diagnose skin cancer. As an aesthetician, if i see something on your skin that looks suspicious, I will recommend that you see your dermatologist for a proper diagnosis. If you don't have a dermatologist that you see regularly, I can refer you to one.