Microneedling vs Dermaplaning: What Are They & Which Is Best for Your Skin?

Microneedling vs Dermaplaning: What Are They & Which Is Best for Your Skin?

Microneedling and dermaplaning are two popular professional skin treatments, but they work in very different ways.

While dermaplaning focuses mainly on the surface of the skin, microneedling works by creating controlled microchannels to encourage the skin’s natural repair response.

Both treatments can help improve the overall appearance and texture of the skin, but the best option for you will depend on your individual skin concerns and goals.

What Is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a professional skin treatment that uses very fine sterile needles to create tiny controlled microchannels in the skin.

This process stimulates the skin’s natural healing response and can help support the production of collagen and elastin.

Collagen and elastin are important proteins that contribute to the skin’s firmness, structure and overall appearance.

Microneedling is often chosen by clients looking to improve skin texture and achieve a smoother, more refreshed complexion over time.

What Is Microneedling Good For?

Microneedling may be suitable for clients concerned about:

• Uneven skin texture
• The appearance of acne scarring
• Enlarged-looking pores
• Fine lines
• Dull or tired-looking skin
• Mild uneven skin tone
• Loss of firmness
• General skin rejuvenation

Because microneedling encourages the skin’s natural renewal process, results usually develop gradually rather than appearing immediately.

A course of treatments may be recommended depending on your individual skin concerns.

What Are the Benefits of Microneedling?

Potential benefits may include:

• Smoother-looking skin
• Improved overall skin texture
• A brighter and more refreshed appearance
• Reduced appearance of certain types of acne scarring
• Improved appearance of fine lines
• Support for collagen production
• Improved overall skin quality

Results will vary from person to person and depend on factors such as skin condition, age, lifestyle and the concern being treated.

What Is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a professional exfoliating treatment that uses a sterile surgical-style blade to gently remove dead skin cells and fine vellus hair from the surface of the face.

Vellus hair is the soft, fine facial hair that is sometimes referred to as “peach fuzz.”

The treatment removes this hair alongside the outer layer of dead skin cells, leaving the skin feeling immediately smoother.

Unlike microneedling, dermaplaning does not use needles and does not intentionally create microchannels within the skin.

What Is Dermaplaning Good For?

Dermaplaning may be suitable for clients looking to improve:

• Dull-looking skin
• Dry or flaky surface skin
• Rough skin texture
• Fine facial hair or peach fuzz
• Makeup application
• The appearance of a tired complexion
• Overall skin smoothness and brightness

Because dermaplaning works on the outermost layers of the skin, the skin often feels noticeably smoother immediately after treatment.

What Are the Benefits of Dermaplaning?

Potential benefits may include:

• Instantly smoother-feeling skin
• Removal of dead surface skin cells
• Removal of fine facial hair
• A brighter-looking complexion
• Smoother makeup application
• Improved appearance of dry or dull skin
• A fresh, polished appearance

Dermaplaning can also be incorporated into a wider skincare or facial treatment routine.

Will Dermaplaning Make My Facial Hair Grow Back Thicker?

No.

Dermaplaning does not change the structure of the hair follicle and cannot make facial hair permanently grow back thicker, darker or faster.

The hair is simply cut at the surface of the skin.

When it begins to grow back, it may initially feel slightly different because the hair has been cut straight across, but its natural thickness and growth pattern remain unchanged.

Microneedling vs Dermaplaning: What’s the Difference?

The biggest difference is how deeply each treatment works.

Microneedling works beneath the surface of the skin by creating controlled microchannels and stimulating the skin’s natural repair process.

Dermaplaning works primarily on the surface by removing dead skin cells and fine facial hair.

This means they are generally chosen for slightly different concerns.

Choose Microneedling If You Want to Target:

• Acne scarring
• Uneven skin texture
• Enlarged-looking pores
• Fine lines
• Skin rejuvenation
• Collagen support
• Longer-term improvements in overall skin quality

Choose Dermaplaning If You Want:

• Immediate smoother-looking skin
• Removal of peach fuzz
• Brighter skin
• Smoother makeup application
• Removal of dry or dead surface skin
• A quick skin refresh

Can You Have Microneedling and Dermaplaning Together?

In some cases, dermaplaning may be incorporated into a wider professional skin treatment plan alongside microneedling.

However, not every combination is appropriate for every client.

Your practitioner will assess your skin, current skincare routine, sensitivity and treatment goals before recommending the most suitable approach.

Which Treatment Is Better?

Neither treatment is necessarily “better” than the other.

The right treatment depends on what you would like to improve.

If your main concern is deeper skin texture, scarring, pores or collagen stimulation, microneedling may be more appropriate.

If your priority is removing peach fuzz, surface exfoliation and achieving immediately smoother-looking skin, dermaplaning may be the better choice.

Some clients benefit from incorporating both treatments into their long-term skincare routine at different times.

How Often Should You Have These Treatments?

Treatment frequency will depend on your skin and your practitioner’s recommendation.

Dermaplaning may generally be repeated once the skin has completed its natural renewal cycle.

Microneedling treatments are usually spaced further apart to allow the skin sufficient time to heal and respond between sessions.

Your practitioner will recommend an appropriate treatment schedule based on your individual goals.

Book Your Skin Treatment at Divat Aesthetics

If you’re unsure whether microneedling or dermaplaning is right for you, we can help you choose the most appropriate option for your skin.

At Divat Aesthetics, treatments are tailored to your individual skin concerns and desired results.

Explore our skin treatments or book a consultation to discuss your goals and create a personalised treatment plan.

Please note: Individual results vary. Suitability should always be assessed before treatment, particularly if you have active skin conditions, infections, significant irritation or are using certain prescription skincare products.