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Your foundation stops clinging to peach fuzz. Your serums absorb instead of sitting on the surface. Fine lines look softer because there’s no buildup making them worse.
Dermaplaning removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells and vellus hair in one pass. It’s not just about how your skin looks right after—it’s about the three weeks that follow when your products penetrate deeper, your makeup applies smoother, and your skin tone evens out as cell turnover catches up.
You’re not dealing with redness, peeling, or downtime. You walk out with immediate results and go straight back to your day. No recovery period, no special instructions, no babying your skin for a week.
The treatment takes 30 minutes. Most people in Moncure, NC book it during lunch or between errands because there’s nothing to hide afterward.
Wake Skincare is run by Jacqueline Grace, a licensed aesthetician who’s been named Best Aesthetician in Wake County three years running. She’s also HydraFacial Master Certified—one of the first hundred practitioners worldwide to earn that credential.
We’re located in Wake Forest, just a short drive from Moncure, NC, and we serve clients across Wake County who want medical-grade skincare without the medical spa upsell tactics. Dr. Joseph Hummel oversees all our treatments, so you’re getting professional care with actual oversight.
Jacqueline also placed first in the Pigmentation Artist of the Year category at The Skin Games, an international aesthetics competition. That’s not marketing fluff—it’s proof she knows how to handle different skin types, tones, and concerns without causing damage.
You start with a complimentary consultation where Jacqueline evaluates your skin and talks through what you’re dealing with—dullness, texture, makeup issues, product absorption. If dermaplaning makes sense, you book your first session.
During the treatment, your skin is cleansed and prepped. Then a sterile surgical scalpel is used at a 45-degree angle to gently scrape away dead skin cells and peach fuzz. It’s not painful—most people say it feels like a light scratching or brushing sensation.
The whole process takes about 30 minutes. Afterward, your skin might look slightly pink for an hour or two, but that fades fast. You can wear makeup the same day if you want, though most people don’t need to because their skin looks that good on its own.
You’ll notice smoother texture immediately. Over the next few days, your skin continues to look brighter as products penetrate better and cell turnover improves. Most clients in Moncure, NC come back every three to four weeks to maintain results.
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Every dermaplaning session at Wake Skincare includes a skin evaluation, the dermaplaning treatment itself, and a post-treatment application of serums chosen for your specific skin type. You’re not getting a one-size-fits-all approach.
If you have acne scars, hyperpigmentation, or sun damage, Jacqueline adjusts the treatment and product selection accordingly. Wake County has a diverse population, and she’s trained to work with all skin types and tones—including skin of color, which requires a different level of care and expertise.
The treatment works for anyone dealing with dull skin, uneven texture, fine lines, or peach fuzz that shows up under makeup. It’s especially popular with professionals in the Raleigh-Durham area who need quick results before events, presentations, or travel.
You also get education on how to maintain your results at home. That includes product recommendations based on what your skin actually needs, not what’s sitting on a shelf waiting to be sold. We carry medical-grade skincare, but there’s no pressure to buy anything you don’t need.
No. This is one of the most common myths about dermaplaning, and it’s completely false.
Vellus hair—the peach fuzz on your face—is different from terminal hair like what grows on your head or legs. Dermaplaning removes vellus hair at the surface level, not at the root, so it doesn’t change the hair follicle or stimulate growth. When the hair grows back, it comes in with the same texture, color, and thickness it had before.
The reason people think it grows back thicker is because the hair has a blunt edge after being cut, which can feel slightly coarser for a day or two. But it’s the same hair. It hasn’t changed structurally. Within a few days, the blunt edge softens and it feels normal again.
Most people come in every three to four weeks. That timing lines up with your skin’s natural cell turnover cycle, which is about 28 days for most adults.
If you come in too frequently, you risk over-exfoliating and irritating your skin. If you wait too long, dead skin and peach fuzz build back up and you lose the benefits—smoother texture, better product absorption, even skin tone.
Some clients in Moncure, NC book standing monthly appointments so they don’t have to think about it. Others come in before big events—weddings, photos, work trips—and then maintain results with regular sessions. Jacqueline will give you a recommendation based on your skin type, concerns, and goals during your consultation.
It depends on the type of acne. If you have active cystic acne or open, inflamed breakouts, dermaplaning isn’t recommended because the blade can spread bacteria and make things worse.
But if you’re dealing with closed comedones, texture from old acne scars, or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, dermaplaning can actually help. It removes the dead skin layer that’s trapping oil and debris, and it allows acne treatments like salicylic acid or retinoids to penetrate deeper.
Jacqueline evaluates your skin during the consultation and tells you straight up whether dermaplaning makes sense or if another treatment—like a chemical peel or HydraFacial—would work better for where your skin is right now. There’s no point doing a treatment that won’t help or could make things worse.
Dermaplaning uses a sterile surgical scalpel held at a precise 45-degree angle to remove dead skin cells and vellus hair. Shaving uses a razor designed to cut hair at the surface without exfoliating the skin.
The technique matters. Dermaplaning is performed by a trained aesthetician who knows how much pressure to apply, what angle to hold the blade, and how to work around sensitive areas without causing irritation or nicks. It’s a controlled exfoliation treatment, not just hair removal.
You also get the benefit of professional-grade prep and post-treatment care. Your skin is cleansed properly beforehand, and serums are applied afterward to maximize results. When you shave at home, you’re not getting that level of exfoliation or the skincare benefits that come with it.
No. You might have slight pinkness for an hour or two, but that’s it. You can go back to work, run errands, or meet friends right after your appointment.
Your skin will be more sensitive to the sun for a few days because you’ve removed the top layer of dead cells, so you’ll want to wear SPF 30 or higher. But that’s something you should be doing anyway.
You can wear makeup the same day if you want, though most people don’t need to because their skin looks smooth and even on its own. You can also resume your normal skincare routine that night—just avoid harsh exfoliants or retinoids for 24 to 48 hours to give your skin a chance to settle.
Pricing varies depending on whether you’re booking a standalone dermaplaning session or combining it with another treatment like a HydraFacial or chemical peel. We offer both options.
A standalone dermaplaning treatment typically runs between $75 and $150 in the Wake County area, depending on the provider and what’s included. At Wake Skincare, you’re paying for a licensed aesthetician with HydraFacial Master Certification and award-winning expertise—not someone who took a weekend course.
The best way to get accurate pricing is to book a free consultation. Jacqueline will evaluate your skin, talk through what you’re trying to achieve, and give you a clear recommendation with transparent pricing. No surprises, no upsells, no pressure to buy products you don’t need.
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