Issue 60 | Professional vs. DIY Dermaplane

Why Professional Dermaplaning Is Not the Same as At-Home Shaving

Dermaplaning aka Skin Resurfacing — is easily one of our most popular enhancements. The instant smoothness, glow, and better product absorption? Yes, please. But there’s a major difference between the professional dermaplaning you get at Brōwe and the trendy at-home facial razors you’ve seen all over TikTok.

Here’s what sets them apart:

1. The Tools

 ✨ Professional: We use a sterile, medical-grade scalpel designed to safely and effectively remove peach fuzz and built-up dead skin. It’s precise, controlled, and ultra-smooth.

🪒 DIY: At-home razors are typically duller, less precise, and designed for surface hair removal only—not true exfoliation. You’re getting fuzz off, not skin cells.

2. The Technique

 ✨ Professional: Dermaplaning at Brōwe is performed by trained estheticians who understand skin anatomy. We work at the right angle, pressure, and pattern to avoid irritation and maximize results—without compromising your skin barrier.

🪒 DIY: Most at-home attempts don’t exfoliate evenly and can leave microtears, especially if done too frequently or on inflamed skin.

3. The Results

 ✨ Professional: You’ll leave with instantly brighter, smoother skin—and a perfect canvas for makeup or advanced treatments like peels, masks, or nano-infusion. Regular sessions even help reduce congestion and support better product penetration. (We recommend every 4-6 weeks.) 

🪒 DIY: You may see short-term smoothness, but without the exfoliation benefits or safety of a pro treatment. In some cases, it can actually make skin texture worse over time.

At-home razors are not a substitute for professional dermaplaning. If you want the glow, the smoothness, and the long-term skin benefits—just leave it to us. Skin resurfacing can be added to any facial treatment!