Dermaplane and Hair Growth

We have performed this treatment in our office for years and haven't seen more hair growth after Dermaplaning.  I do think that initially once the hair is shaved during the Dermaplaning treatment that the skin feels so smooth with the hair gone and skin exfoliated that as the hair begins to grow again it feels a bit stubbly and in turn seems thicker coming in. This is because the hair has been cut at the thickest part of the hair and is all growing back at the same rate, making a definite contrast to how it felt initially after the treatment.   

No, the vellus hairs on the face will always grow back the same! It will not increase the growth or darken the color of the hairs.

Dermaplaning is an easy procedure where dead skin is removed from the epidermis, as well as vellus hair. Skin appears smoother, lessening the appearance of acne scarring, any sun damage or hyperpigmentation and fine lines and wrinkles. Dermaplaning may be done as a stand alone treatment or to enhance another facial treatment, such as a brightening peel. Dermaplaning does not change the hair growth, pattern, texture, etc. The hair will grow back after a few weeks exactly as it was before. 

No, dermaplaning (using a blade to remove superficial skin cells and hair on the surface of the skin) will not cause increased hair growth. This procedure does not at all effect the hair cycle, which is regulated by cells deep within each hair follicle. Hair that has been exposed to "the elements" (ultraviolet rays from the sun), chemicals in our skincare products, etc. may seem thinner/less coarse that that comprising the "stubble" that you notice soon after shaving or dermaplaning. However, the individual hairs are still growing at the same rate and thickness as they would have before you shaved them since, again, you have not affected the cells deeper within the follicle that dictate the length of the hair cycle and the thickness of individual hairs.

So, you can rest assured that dermaplaning, as well as shaving at home, will not cause you to be more hairy in the long run.

To the best of my knowledge there is no study supporting this but there may be anecdotal evidence to support this finding. For example, it is known that nail biters nails grow faster than individuals who do not bite their nails. However, we do not necessarily know that shaving absolutely increases the growth of facial hair of if it becomes more noticeable because the hair becomes thicker or more dense.

Thank you for your question. Dermaplaning is a method of exfoliation that consists of using a scalpel blade to gently scrape off the top layer of dulling dead skin cells in order to reveal a smoother, brighter complexion. This treatment should not cause hair to grow back thicker or darker. As it does grow it can seem this way after having none present for some time. Consult with an experienced 
medical aesthetician in your area. Good luck!

The mechanism for hair growth and factors that influence hair growth all occur under the skin and are unrelated to the gentle removal of the dead top layers of the skin as well as the hair shaft. I am not aware of any evidence suggesting dermaplaning causes increased hair growth. 

Dermaplaning consists of using a blade to take off unwanted facial hair and dead skin cells. It will give you beautiful bright skin and It is wonderful for prepping the skin to accept the skincare your using more effectively. The hair is stripped at its thickest point, which can make it seem as though it comes in thicker when coming back in. There is no medical evidence showing that dermaplaing increases or darkens hair growth. It is a wonderful and effective treatment.

Dermaplaning is a great prep for the face.  By removing the superficial, uneven skin and fine hairs your skin of any color is left with a prepped sufacefor makeup, and skin care products.  It does not increase hair growth.  For those with unwanted facial hair it does not get in the way of laser hair removal treatments.

Science at times can not beat old tales. True. So, if someone asks me I say no, and if they ask 'are you sure I say- yes'. If they look worried, I don't prescribe. Despite science and experience, this IMO counts for zero when your friend or mother tells you a story. The seed in your mind is powerful, despite the science in our procedures, all the best, Dr Davin S. Lim. Dermatologist, Brisbane. Australia.