Epidermal Leveling, also referred to as “dermaplaning,” is a skin-smoothing procedure similar to a facial peel. In the procedure, a surgical blade known as an Epi-Blade is scraped along the skin at a forty-five degree angle removing the topmost skin layers. The procedure removes dead skin cells, stimulating and rejuvenating skin tissue and reducing fine line and wrinkles, leaving skin smoother and hairless. The procedure has also been reported to reduce some forms of acne and level uneven skin tones. Epidermal Leveling can be performed on men or women of any skin tone. Because it is chemical free, the treatment is an option for pregnant women.
Epidermal Leveling is non-invasive, involves no chemicals, and takes only forty-five minutes to complete. If performed at proper intervals, typically no less than two weeks apart, it often causes no bleeding and has a very short and sometimes no recovery period. While the procedure can be performed on almost any part of the body, it is recommended for the face. Patients have shown improvement immediately following the procedure. For best results, it is recommended that the treatment be repeated once a month for six months and then every quarter thereafter.
FDA Approval
Because Epidermal Leveling is a procedure and not a chemical or drug, it has not been approved by the FDA. Additionally, as the procedure is cosmetic and voluntary, its cost may not be paid by insurance.
Epidermal Leveling and Other Treatments
Epidermal Leveling can be done alone or in conjunction with other treatments, such as laser treatments or chemical peels. By removing the dead, and sometimes clogged, skin cells, the skin is subsequently better able to absorb applied products, which is why Epidermal Leveling is often combined with other procedures.
Epidermal Leveling and Hair Removal
One of the most beneficial aspects of Epidermal Leveling is its removal of facial hair without the harshness of waxing or bleaching. The procedure does not change hair growth pattern or texture, and therefore hair does not grow back thicker or coarser than it was prior to the procedure.
As with any medical procedure, it is imperative to do your own research and ask your doctor any and all questions you may have.
