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Your skin feels different the moment you stand up from the treatment chair. Smoother. Brighter. Like someone hit refresh on your face.
Dermaplaning removes the top layer of dead skin cells and fine facial hair using a medical-grade blade. It’s not shaving—it’s exfoliation at a level you can’t replicate at home. The result is immediate: your skin looks clearer, your makeup glides on without catching, and your serums actually absorb instead of sitting on the surface.
There’s no downtime. You might have a slight flush for an hour, but that’s it. No peeling, no redness that lasts, no hiding indoors for days. You can book a session during lunch and go straight back to work—or out to dinner, or to that wedding you’ve been prepping for.
This treatment works for all skin types. It’s safe during pregnancy when chemical peels aren’t an option. And it pairs beautifully with other treatments like HydraFacials or light peels because your skin is primed to absorb everything better.
Wake Skincare is led by Jacqueline Grace, a licensed esthetician who’s been named Best Esthetician in Wake County three years running. She’s also earned first and second place in the international Skin Games competition for pigmentation artistry—and she’s one of fewer than 100 HydraFacial Master Certified practitioners worldwide.
That’s not marketing speak. Those are verifiable credentials that mean she’s seen thousands of faces, treated dozens of skin concerns, and knows how to customize a dermaplane treatment based on what your skin actually needs—not what a script tells her to do.
We’re located in nearby Wake Forest, just a short drive from Knightdale, and we serve clients across Wake County who are tired of cookie-cutter facials that don’t deliver. Every treatment starts with a free consultation and a real conversation about your skin goals.
You’ll start with a free consultation where Jacqueline evaluates your skin and talks through what you’re trying to achieve. If dermaplaning makes sense for your goals, she’ll walk you through what to expect so there are no surprises.
During the treatment, your skin is cleansed and prepped. Then a sterile, surgical-grade blade is used to gently remove the outermost layer of dead skin cells and vellus hair—that’s the peach fuzz that traps makeup and dulls your complexion. The blade glides across your skin at a precise angle. It doesn’t hurt. Most people say it feels like a light scratching sensation, almost relaxing.
The entire process takes about 30 to 45 minutes depending on the areas being treated. Afterward, a soothing serum or mask is applied to calm and hydrate your newly exfoliated skin. You’ll see the difference immediately—your face looks brighter, feels softer, and has that smooth finish you usually only get with a filter.
You can wear makeup the same day if you want, though most people don’t feel like they need to. Your skin will continue to look great for three to four weeks before you’re ready for your next session.
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Every dermaplaning session at Wake Skincare includes a skin assessment, the dermaplane treatment itself, and a customized post-treatment serum or mask based on your skin type. You’re not getting a one-size-fits-all approach—you’re getting a treatment designed around your skin’s current condition and your goals.
Knightdale clients often pair dermaplaning with other services like HydraFacials or chemical peels to amplify results. Because the dead skin layer is gone, anything applied afterward penetrates deeper and works harder. If you’re dealing with acne scarring, fine lines, or uneven texture, combining treatments can give you faster, more dramatic improvement.
We also offer a free skin evaluation using the Lumini Beauty Kiosk—an AI-powered analysis system that maps your skin’s condition with clinical precision. It’s not required, but it gives you a baseline so you can track real progress over time instead of guessing whether treatments are working.
We serve clients throughout Wake County, including Knightdale, Raleigh, Wake Forest, Rolesville, and Wendell. Sessions are by appointment, and because Jacqueline handles every treatment personally, availability can book up quickly around event season—weddings, graduations, holidays. If you have a specific date in mind, it’s worth scheduling early.
No. This is one of the most common myths about dermaplaning, and it’s completely false.
The hair on your face is vellus hair—fine, soft, and light in color. It’s structurally different from terminal hair like what grows on your scalp or legs. Shaving or removing vellus hair doesn’t change its texture, thickness, or color because those characteristics are determined by the hair follicle beneath the skin, not by what happens at the surface.
When the hair grows back after dermaplaning, it comes back exactly the same as it was before. Same softness, same color, same texture. The myth likely persists because people notice the hair more after it’s been removed—but that’s just awareness, not actual change.
Dermaplaning is safe for most skin types, including sensitive skin, but it’s not recommended if you have active acne or inflamed breakouts.
The treatment works by exfoliating the skin’s surface, which can be incredibly beneficial for sensitive skin that doesn’t tolerate chemical exfoliants well. There are no harsh acids or abrasive scrubs involved—just a precise, controlled blade removing dead cells. Many people with rosacea, eczema, or reactive skin find dermaplaning gentler than other exfoliation methods.
That said, if you have active cystic acne, open lesions, or inflamed pustules, dermaplaning can spread bacteria and make things worse. It’s also not ideal if you’re currently using strong retinoids or have recently had laser treatments, as your skin barrier may be too compromised. During your free consultation, Jacqueline will assess your skin and let you know whether dermaplaning is the right move or if another treatment would be better suited to your current condition.
Most people see smooth, glowing skin for three to four weeks after a dermaplaning treatment.
Your skin naturally sheds dead cells and regenerates on a roughly 28-day cycle, so after about a month, that buildup starts to return. The vellus hair grows back at the same rate it did before—usually within a few weeks—but again, it comes back the same texture and color.
If you’re prepping for a specific event, booking your dermaplaning session about three to five days beforehand gives you optimal results. You’ll have that fresh, radiant look without any residual redness, and your makeup will apply flawlessly. For ongoing maintenance, most clients come in every four to six weeks to keep their skin looking consistently smooth and bright.
Yes, but you probably won’t want to.
Immediately after dermaplaning, your skin is freshly exfoliated and more receptive to products. Technically, you can apply makeup the same day—there’s no medical reason you can’t. But most people find they don’t need it because their skin already looks that good.
If you do choose to wear makeup right after, stick to clean, non-comedogenic products and avoid anything heavily fragranced or irritating. Your skin will be slightly more sensitive for the first 24 hours, so it’s a good idea to skip active ingredients like retinol, glycolic acid, or vitamin C serums until the next day.
For the first day or two after treatment, focus on gentle hydration and sun protection. Your newly exfoliated skin is more vulnerable to UV damage, so sunscreen isn’t optional—it’s essential. After that, you’re free to resume your normal skincare routine and enjoy how much better everything absorbs.
The tools, the technique, and the results are completely different.
At-home dermaplaning tools are designed for surface-level hair removal. They’re essentially razors marketed as exfoliation devices. They might remove some peach fuzz, but they don’t exfoliate dead skin cells at the depth a professional treatment does, and they’re not sterile or sharp enough to deliver clinical-grade results.
Professional dermaplaning uses a surgical-grade scalpel held at a precise angle to safely remove both vellus hair and the outermost layer of dead skin. It requires training to do correctly without causing nicks, irritation, or uneven exfoliation. Jacqueline has years of experience and advanced certifications—she knows how much pressure to apply, which areas to avoid, and how to customize the treatment based on your skin’s thickness, sensitivity, and condition.
The other major difference is what happens after. Professional dermaplaning is followed by targeted serums, masks, or treatments that penetrate deeper because the skin barrier has been properly prepped. At home, you’re on your own. If you want real exfoliation and real results, professional treatment is worth it.
Dermaplaning typically ranges from $75 to $150 per session depending on the provider and what’s included in the treatment.
At Wake Skincare, pricing reflects the level of expertise you’re getting. You’re not paying for a quick service performed by someone with minimal training—you’re paying for a HydraFacial Master Certified esthetician with international competition wins and years of hands-on experience. The treatment includes a skin assessment, the dermaplaning session, and a customized post-treatment product application.
Dermaplaning isn’t covered by insurance because it’s considered a cosmetic treatment, so you’ll pay out of pocket. That said, the results are immediate and the treatment requires no downtime, which makes it a strong value compared to more invasive procedures that cost significantly more and require recovery time.
We also offer a free consultation, so you can come in, ask questions, see the space, and get a clear understanding of what the treatment involves and what it will cost before committing to anything. No pressure, no surprises—just a straightforward conversation about whether dermaplaning makes sense for your skin and your goals.
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