Dermaplaning Enhancement: Day-by-Day Aftercare for 7 Days

After dermaplaning, the most important rule is simple: protect that freshly exfoliated skin from sun and irritation. I’ve had clients tell me their skin looked brighter, more hydrated, and much clearer once we got consistent with the details, and aftercare is a big part of keeping that glow. Right after your Dermaplaning Enhancement, I want you to avoid sun exposure and heavy sweating for 24 to 48 hours, wear broad-spectrum SPF every day, skip makeup for at least 24 hours if you can, and stop exfoliants and retinoids for 5 to 7 days. In sunny Sherman Oaks, that SPF is non-negotiable.

The first 24 to 48 hours: keep dermaplaned skin calm and clean

Dermaplaning Enhancement is a quick 10-minute add-on ($55) that leaves your skin polished and ready to absorb products better. Because that top layer is freshly smoothed, your skin can feel a little more reactive at first. Here’s what I generally recommend in the first two days.

Do this the same day

• Wash hands before touching your face. Keep pets, phones, and pillowcases in mind too.
• Use a mild cleanser and lukewarm water that night. No scrubs, no cleansing brushes.
• Apply a hydrating serum and a simple moisturizer (look for hyaluronic acid and ceramides).
• Wear SPF 30+ the next morning, even if you are “just driving.” Ventura Boulevard sun through the windshield still counts.

Avoid this for 24 to 48 hours

• Makeup for at least 24 hours if possible. If you must, keep it minimal and clean (I share an option below).
• Heavy sweating and heat. Most Valley commuters love dermaplaning because downtime is minimal, but sweat plus freshly exfoliated skin can sting.
• Direct sun and tanning. Sherman Oaks has that Mediterranean climate, and late-summer sun can make post-treatment sensitivity show up fast.

Days 3 to 7: the “no actives” window that keeps you smooth

If your goal is that polished, makeup-glides-on look, the first week is where people accidentally undo their result. Most issues I see come from jumping back into retinol, acids, or “just one quick scrub.” Give your barrier time to settle.

What I want you doing all week

• SPF every morning, and reapply if you are outside. If you walk the Ventura Boulevard corridor, keep a travel SPF in your bag.
• Hydration twice a day. This is how you hang onto that “brighter, more hydrated” look clients mention after they commit to simple consistency.
• Keep showers warm, not hot. Heat can trigger extra redness.

What to avoid until day 7 (sometimes longer if you’re sensitive)

• Retinoids and chemical exfoliants (glycolic, lactic, salicylic, stronger vitamin C formulas). Wait 5 to 7 days.
• At-home dermaplaning tools. If you love this result, it’s worth keeping it professional.
• Picking at little dry patches. Seal them with moisturizer instead.

Your dermaplaning “packing list” for Ventura Boulevard days

If you’re heading back to work, running errands, or driving home through Sherman Oaks sun right after your appointment, keep your aftercare simple and portable. You do not need a complicated routine. You need the right basics, used consistently.

If you’re coming from Studio City, Encino, Van Nuys, or North Hollywood, plan light activities for the rest of the day. Dermaplaning looks “easy” because it’s fast, but your skin still needs a quiet 24 hours.

Redness that lingers, stinging, or bumps: when I want you to text or call

A little pinkness right after dermaplaning can be normal, and your skin often feels extra smooth immediately. What I don’t want is escalating irritation. If you have prolonged redness, swelling, blistering, or discomfort that worsens or doesn’t improve within 48 to 72 hours, reach out to me. I’d rather look at what’s going on early than have you guessing at home.

“From the very first facial, she took the time to truly understand my skin and created a customized regimen that has genuinely changed my skin for the better.”

one of our regulars

If you’re searching for facials near me, a facial spa near me, or a skin treatment near me in the Ventura Boulevard commercial corridor in Sherman Oaks (Sherman Oaks Village), I keep the plan straightforward and realistic. And if you want to see the bigger picture of what I do beyond dermaplaning, take a look at my skin treatments guide in Sherman Oaks.

Dermaplaning aftercare FAQs I get in Sherman Oaks