Dermaplaning facial near me: Dermaplaning Add-On aftercare (48-hour do's and don'ts)
By Vida Bel Beauty Spa | October 15, 2026
Encino, California | Ventura Boulevard corridor near Balboa and White Oak
The single most important rule after your Dermaplaning Add-On is this: keep your skin calm and protected for 48 hours. Dermaplaning is a 40-minute, non-invasive exfoliation using a sterile scalpel to remove peach fuzz and dead skin cells, so your skin is extra fresh afterward. In Encino, that also means being serious about sun protection the moment you step back onto Ventura Blvd, even if it's overcast.
The first 24 to 48 hours: makeup, sweat, heat, and sun rules that matter
Right after dermaplaning, your skin tends to feel unbelievably smooth. That's the temptation point. This is when doing less gets you more glow.
Quick 48-hour reset: Skip makeup, avoid heavy sweating, keep showers lukewarm, stay out of pools/saunas/hot tubs, cleanse gently, hydrate, and wear SPF 30+ daily.
Makeup timing
I generally recommend going 24 hours without makeup after dermaplaning. If you can do 48 hours, even better. Freshly exfoliated skin is more likely to get irritated by brushes, sponges, and heavier foundations.
Exercise and heat exposure
Hold off on intense workouts and anything that makes you sweat hard for 24 to 48 hours. Sweat, friction, and heat can kick up redness and sensitivity. If you commute on the 101 or have errands near Balboa and White Oak, this is the moment to keep it easy: a calm evening appointment often helps you avoid midday sun and post-treatment overheating.
- Avoid: hot showers, steam rooms, saunas, hot yoga, and long sun exposure for 48 hours.
- Skip: pools and hot tubs for 48 hours to lower irritation and infection risk.
- Do: keep your face clean, hands off your skin, and pillowcases fresh.
Days 3 to 7: when I'll let you bring back retinol, acids, and other actives
This is where people accidentally cancel out their results. Dermaplaning removes that surface layer of dead skin and peach fuzz, so products can feel stronger than usual. If you jump right back into strong actives, you can end up with dryness, stinging, or patchy irritation.
My general rule is pause retinoids and exfoliating acids for 3 to 7 days, then ease back in slowly once your skin feels calm. That includes retinol, tretinoin, glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid, and strong vitamin C if you know it makes you tingle.
Encino climate tip: Our sun is strong year-round and the air leans dry. Even on cooler days, your skin can dehydrate fast, so hydration plus SPF is what keeps that smooth finish looking “glowy, balanced, and genuinely healthy.”
The simple routine I want you on after dermaplaning (gentle cleanser, hydration, SPF 30+)
For the first week, keep your routine boring in the best way. Dermaplaning is all about smooth texture and better product absorption, so this is when calm, hydrating products really shine.
My go-to “safe list” for 48 hours
- Cleanser: mild, fragrance-light, no scrubs.
- Hydration: a simple hyaluronic serum or soothing moisturizer, applied on slightly damp skin.
- SPF: broad-spectrum SPF 30+ every morning, and reapply if you're outside.
- Hands off: no picking, no scratching, no at-home dermaplaning tools.
If you're also doing other services like facials, waxing, microblading, or a brow appointment, let me know what you have scheduled so I can space things the right way for your skin. Keeping your timing smart is a big part of staying smooth and calm.
If you're exploring options, I've also laid out how add-ons fit into a facial in our Facial Add-Ons guide on Ventura Blvd.
Red flags vs normal: when to reach out to me (and when to just keep it gentle)
A little pinkness or mild sensitivity can be normal right after dermaplaning, especially if you're naturally reactive. Most people calm down quickly when they keep heat, sweat, and active products out of the picture.
Please reach out if you notice redness that keeps getting worse, significant swelling, blistering, unusual discharge, or anything that feels “off.” I take aftercare seriously, and I'd rather you ask than guess.
"The attention to detail and genuine care made the experience outstanding."
, one of our regulars
I'm right here in Encino on the Ventura Boulevard corridor, and I see clients coming in from Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys, Reseda, Studio City, and North Hollywood. If you had an early morning or evening appointment to dodge rush-hour sweat and midday sun, keep that same energy for the next 48 hours. Gentle is the goal.
FAQ: Dermaplaning Add-On aftercare questions I hear every week
How long before I can wear makeup after dermaplaning?
I recommend waiting at least 24 hours. If you can go 48 hours, even better. If you need makeup sooner, keep it light, use clean tools, and avoid heavy coverage that sits thick on the skin.
Can I exercise after dermaplaning?
I suggest skipping intense workouts for 24 to 48 hours. Sweat and heat can trigger irritation when your skin is freshly exfoliated. Light walking is usually fine if you stay cool and cleanse gently after.
When can I use retinol or acids after dermaplaning?
Give your skin a break for 3 to 7 days. If you're prone to sensitivity, wait closer to a week. When you restart, go slowly and watch for stinging or extra dryness.
Will dermaplaning make my peach fuzz grow back thicker?
No. Dermaplaning removes hair at the surface, so it can feel blunt as it grows back, but it doesn't change the hair's thickness or growth pattern.
How long does redness or sensitivity usually last after dermaplaning?
Often it's mild and short-lived, especially if you avoid heat, sweat, and active products. If redness keeps intensifying, you see swelling, blistering, or any unusual discharge, reach out to me so I can guide you.
