Dermaplaning Study Guide

Vocabulary based flashcards identifying key terminology, safety protocols, and procedural details for dermaplaning.

Dullness, dryness, lackluster complexion

Skin Concerns addressed in a single treatment of dermaplaning include which of the following?

Blade Remover

A ___ is an essential tool used to safely dispose of used blades after dermaplaning procedures.

Contraindications to treatment

Open Wounds or lesions, sunburns, and active infections or a rash are all ____?

all fitz types

Dermaplaning is beneficial for which of the following Fitzpatrick skin types?

T/F Dermaplaning can be combined with other treatments

True

7 days

How long after dermaplaning should you wait to have any facial waxing done?

The removal of vellus hair, and keratinized cells from the stratum corneum

What is dermaplaning?

false

1. T/F Clients with an active cold sore are ok to proceed with a dermaplaning treatment

single use

How many times can a dermaplaning blade be used?

Sharps container

Where should blades be disposed of?

It allows for better results with fewer strokes or passes on the skin

Why is performing dermaplaning at a 45 degree angle optimal?

removal of deep wrinkles

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of dermaplaning?

For correct hand positioning, where is best to pinch the handle

Close to where the handle connects to the blade

Stop the treatment and apply pressure with gauze

What should be done in the event of an incident during treatment?

10S

Which blade was the first to be designed specifically for dermaplaning?

How often can dermaplaning safely be performed?

Every $4\,weeks$.

45 degree

1. What angle should the dermaplaning blade be used at?

False

T/F It’s ok to dermaplane over a mole

Sanitized w/a hospital disinfectant before and after each use

How should the dermaplaning handle be cleaned?

false

1. T/F Dermaplaning can cause hair to grow back darker and possibly thicker

24-48 hr

Post dermaplaning, avoid hard exfoliants, retinols and other exfoliants for how long?

false

T/F Dermaplaning is an invasive treatment with minimal downtime