How important is avoiding exercise after Dermaplaning sessions?

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I've booked in for a first dermaplaning session at a well-reviewed place tomorrow and have been looking at aftercare advice. Some sites say to avoid exercise afterwards for anything from 24 hours to 3 days. However I am training for a competition, which means I usually train 6 days a week, sometimes twice, and I am not really allowed to skip any. Almost all those sessions would be classed by most normal people as 'intense'. How big a problem would it be to train within 24 hours of the treatment?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello, my name is Ranen and I am an aesthetic nurse at Aesthetic Skin in Chicago.  Dermaplaning removes the outer layer of dead skin and the vellus hairs, leaving the skin more exposed and sensitive. Right after the procedure, the skin barrier is temporarily weakened.  For most people who do exercise within 24 hours, the worst outcome is temporary redness or mild irritation. It’s unlikely to cause lasting damage, scarring, or anything that affects skin long-term. But if your training is truly intense (competition prep, twice-a-day sessions, heavy sweat, heat, friction from headgear, etc.), the risk of irritation goes up.

Falguni Patel, MD, FACOG · Answer

I would avoid exercise for 24 hours after a dermaplaning session to avoid irritating the skin from excess sweating. After 24 can resume normal activities.

Glenn Murray, MBBS · Answer

It is recommended not to engage in any sweaty physical activity 24 hours post tx. This is because the skin is more sensitive/raw and is at a higher risk of causing irritation and inflammation/breakout. If still going ahead with exercise make sure using gentle cleanser to clean area and prevent this from happening.

Carrie L. Morris, MD, FACS · Answer

At our spa Radiance Wellness, the protocol for dermaplane is to not exfoliate for at least a week, and stay out of the sun, because your skin is a little bit more exposed than before. So just a little extra sun protection whilst working out. Since your skin is a little more exposed, sweating from your workout may cause your pores to clog easier. After the workout, I would suggest showering or washing your face again.

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