Aesthetician Treatments

At DC Dermatology, we provide aesthetician services like acne facials, dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, extractions, and superficial chemical peels to address specific skin concerns and enhance overall skin health.

What are the benefits of Acne Facials?

Acne facials offer a variety of benefits, particularly for those struggling with acne-prone skin. Here are some key advantages:

Deep Cleansing: Acne facials typically involve thorough cleansing to remove dirt, excess oil, and impurities from the skin. This helps prevent clogged pores, which are a primary cause of acne.

Extraction of Pimples and Blackheads: Professional extractions, when done properly, can help remove blackheads, whiteheads, and clogged pores that can lead to acne breakouts. This is usually more effective and less risky than trying to extract blemishes at home.

Exfoliation: Facials often include exfoliation, which removes dead skin cells that can clog pores and lead to breakouts. This process helps promote healthier skin by encouraging cell turnover.

Reduction of Inflammation: Acne facials can help reduce redness and inflammation, which are common in acne-prone skin. Some facials include soothing treatments, like cooling masks or serums, to calm irritated skin.

Balancing Oil Production: Many acne facials use products that help regulate sebum production, preventing the overproduction of oil that can contribute to clogged pores and acne flare-ups.

Targeted Treatments: Acne facials can incorporate specialized products and treatments such as topical treatments or LED light therapy, which target the bacteria and inflammation associated with acne.

Improved Skin Texture: Regular acne facials can help improve the texture of the skin by reducing scarring and promoting smoother, clearer skin over time.

Customized Care: A professional facial is typically tailored to your specific skin type and acne concerns, offering personalized care and advice to help manage your acne effectively.

Stress Relief: In addition to skin benefits, facials can be a relaxing experience, helping reduce stress. Stress can sometimes exacerbate acne, so relaxation may contribute to overall skin health.

Regular acne facials, when done under the guidance of a skincare professional, can play a significant role in managing and improving the appearance of acne-prone skin.

What is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning offers several benefits for the skin, making it a popular treatment for improving both the appearance and texture of the skin. Here are the key benefits:

Smoother Skin Texture: Dermaplaning removes dead skin cells and peach fuzz (fine vellus hair), resulting in a noticeably smoother and softer skin surface. This makes the skin feel more polished and youthful.

Brighter Complexion: By exfoliating the outer layer of dead skin cells, dermaplaning can reveal fresher, more radiant skin. This can help diminish the dull, uneven tone that often occurs due to a buildup of dead skin.

Improved Product Absorption: With the removal of dead skin cells, skincare products can penetrate deeper into the skin and be more effective. This means moisturizers, serums, and treatments can work better and provide enhanced results.

Minimized Appearance of Pores: Dermaplaning helps to refine the skin's texture, which can make pores appear smaller. By removing the outer layer of dead skin, pores are less likely to become clogged with debris and oil, reducing the risk of breakouts.

Flawless Makeup Application: After dermaplaning, makeup tends to go on more smoothly and evenly. The removal of peach fuzz and dead skin creates a clean, smooth canvas, which can improve the overall appearance and longevity of makeup.

Non-Invasive and Painless: Dermaplaning is a non-invasive, painless procedure. There’s no downtime, and it typically doesn’t cause irritation or redness, making it an attractive option for those looking for a gentle exfoliation method.

Reduces the Appearance of Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Regular dermaplaning treatments can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, especially around the eyes and mouth, by promoting collagen production and increasing skin turnover.

Safe for Most Skin Types: Dermaplaning is generally safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin, as it doesn't involve chemicals or intense exfoliation techniques. However, people with active acne or certain skin conditions should consult a board-certifieddermatologist first.

Quick and Convenient: Dermaplaning is typically a fast procedure (around 30 to 45 minutes) and requires no downtime, making it ideal for those with busy schedules who want to refresh their skin.

Overall, dermaplaning is an effective way to improve skin texture, promote radiance, and provide a more even complexion, all while offering a safe and relaxing experience.

What is Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive skin treatment that uses a specialized device to exfoliate the outermost layer of dead skin cells. The procedure helps improve the appearance of the skin by removing dead skin, stimulating collagen production, and revealing fresher, smoother skin underneath. It is commonly used to treat concerns like fine lines, acne scars, sun damage, age spots, and uneven skin tone. The process is gentle, requires little downtime, and typically results in brighter, more youthful-looking skin.

Microdermabrasion offers several benefits, including:

Smooths Skin Texture: It exfoliates the outer layer of dead skin cells, revealing smoother and softer skin.

Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Regular treatments can help minimize the appearance of fine lines, making the skin look more youthful.

Improves Skin Tone: It helps even out skin tone and can reduce hyperpigmentation, sunspots, or age spots.

Minimizes Pores: By removing dead skin, it can make pores appear smaller and less noticeable.

Enhances Skin Radiance: It stimulates collagen production, giving the skin a more glowing, refreshed look.

Non-invasive: The procedure is quick, with minimal downtime and no need for surgery.