Dermablading vs Dermaplaning – Is There a Difference?

No. Both words describe the same treatment: exfoliation with a sterile surgical-grade blade that removes dead surface cells and fine facial hair. Dermaplaning is the clinical term, dermablading is the nickname taken from the Dermablade tool. The treatment, the result and the price are identical.

No, and this myth refuses to die. Vellus hair grows back as vellus hair, at the same colour and thickness. The blade cuts the hair flat rather than at its natural tapered tip, so regrowth can feel coarser to the touch for a few days. Feel is not growth.

Every four to six weeks suits most people. That matches your skin's natural turnover cycle and the point at which peach fuzz becomes visible again. Booking more often than every four weeks gives skin no time to recover between sessions.

Used carefully, a single-use dermablading tool is reasonable for fuzz upkeep. The risks come from reused blades, heavy pressure and blading over inflamed or broken skin. For an even result and a professional eye on your whole face, in-clinic is the safer bet.

Sensitive skin is often fine, since there is no heat, light or needling involved. Active acne is not — a blade across inflamed skin can spread bacteria and worsen a breakout. Tell us about your skin when you book and we will steer you toward the right treatment.