Dermaplaning Facial in Chicago
CM Salon & Spa in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood offers professional, esthetician-performed dermaplaning with immediate skin-smoothing results and no downtime. New clients receive a complimentary consultation before any treatment begins.
Our Dermaplaning Facial Services
Dermaplaning Facial $85
What Is Dermaplaning and What Does It Do for Your Skin
Dermaplaning is a professional exfoliation technique performed by a licensed esthetician using a sterile surgical-grade blade held at a precise angle against the skin. The blade gently removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells alongside fine vellus facial hair, commonly called peach fuzz. The result is immediately smoother, brighter skin with a more even surface texture. Unlike chemical exfoliation, dermaplaning involves no acids or active ingredients. It is purely physical, and our estheticians, with 45+ years combined experience, perform it safely on most skin types.
The Benefits of Professional Dermaplaning
Professional dermaplaning delivers immediately visible smoothing and brightening of skin tone and texture. Removing vellus hair eliminates the surface layer that traps dry skin cells and dulls the complexion. Serums and moisturizers applied after treatment absorb more effectively into newly exposed skin, making active ingredients meaningfully more efficient. Makeup sits more evenly on a dermaplane-smoothed surface. There is no redness, no peeling, and no recovery period. Results are visible the same day and typically last three to four weeks before the next session is needed.
What to Expect During Your Dermaplaning Appointment
Your appointment opens with a brief skin analysis to confirm suitability and assess your skin's current condition. Skin is thoroughly cleansed before any tool is introduced. Your esthetician holds the sterile blade at a 45-degree angle and uses light feathering strokes across the face. The sensation is most often described as light scraping or tickling, not pain. Treatment runs approximately 45 to 60 minutes. A calming serum and SPF finish are applied before you leave. Most clients return to their day immediately with no visible redness.
Who Is Dermaplaning Right For — and Who Should Avoid It
Dermaplaning is suitable for most skin types including dry, dull, sensitive, and combination skin. It is especially well-suited to clients who cannot tolerate chemical exfoliants. It is not recommended for skin with active acne breakouts, open lesions, or rosacea flares, as the blade can spread bacteria and further irritate inflamed tissue. Clients with fine or fair vellus hair achieve the same smoothing and absorption benefits as those with darker peach fuzz. Our estheticians confirm suitability during the pre-treatment skin analysis at every session, before any treatment begins.
Pairing Dermaplaning with a Facial or Hair Color Appointment
Dermaplaning pairs naturally with a custom facial: the exfoliated surface allows active facial ingredients to penetrate more deeply, amplifying the results of both treatments in a single session. At CM Salon & Spa, clients can combine a facial with dermaplaning and a hair color appointment in the same visit, eliminating a separate trip entirely. Our estheticians advise during consultation on which facial best complements dermaplaning based on your current skin condition and goals. Same-day dermaplaning and hair color scheduling is available for both new and returning clients.
Dermaplaning Aftercare — What to Do and Avoid After Your Treatment
Freshly treated skin is temporarily more sensitive to UV exposure and active skincare ingredients. Wear SPF 30 or higher daily for at least one week after your dermaplaning treatment and reapply if spending time outdoors. Avoid applying retinoids, AHA or BHA exfoliants, and vitamin C serums for 48 to 72 hours to prevent irritation on the newly exposed skin layer. Avoid direct sun exposure for 24 to 48 hours. A gentle moisturizer and mineral SPF are the ideal post-treatment combination. Your esthetician will review specific aftercare before you leave.
Professional Dermaplaning in Chicago's Lakeview Neighborhood
CM Salon & Spa is located at 3418 N Halsted Street in Chicago's Lakeview/Boystown neighborhood, serving clients since 2005. Clients from Lincoln Park, Wrigleyville, Roscoe Village, Andersonville, and across the North Side find us easily accessible. Our Lakeview address at 3418 N Halsted Street serves clients across Chicago's North Side. Dermaplaning appointments can be combined with a hair color service or other spa treatment in the same visit. We are accepting new clients, and a complimentary consultation is available for all first-time visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dermaplaning is one of the most comfortable professional facial treatments available. Most clients describe the sensation as a light feathering or gentle scraping across the skin surface, not pain. A skilled esthetician controls blade angle and pressure precisely to work at the skin's surface at all times. There is no cutting, no needles, and no heat involved at any point during the treatment. Clients who have anticipated discomfort are typically surprised by how relaxing the experience is once the session is underway.
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No. This is a persistent myth with no physiological basis. Vellus facial hair is structurally different from terminal hair and does not have the follicle characteristics required to grow back thicker, coarser, or darker after being removed at the skin surface. Dermaplaning removes hair at the surface, not at the follicle root. Hair regrows to its original texture and thickness. It is not a valid barrier to booking a professional dermaplaning treatment.
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Most clients benefit from professional dermaplaning every four to six weeks. This interval allows sufficient time for a complete layer of new dead skin cells and vellus hair to accumulate before the next treatment session. Clients who pair dermaplaning with a chemical peel or clarifying facial may follow a slightly different cadence. Your esthetician reviews your skin at each visit and suggests the interval that best supports your skin condition and treatment goals at that time.
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Yes. Dermaplaning is frequently combined with a custom facial or chemical peel for enhanced results. Performing a peel on freshly dermaplane-treated skin allows the chemical solution to penetrate more evenly across a surface free of dead cell buildup. Your esthetician will advise which combination is safe based on your skin type, sensitivity, and peel formulation. A facial with dermaplaning is one of our most requested treatment pairings and can be scheduled for new clients following the complimentary consultation.
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Yes. Dermaplaning is one of the most appropriate exfoliation options for sensitive skin because it involves no acids or chemical actives that trigger sensitivity reactions. The physical removal of dead cells is gentle and controlled when performed by a trained esthetician. Clients with sensitive skin should disclose any current skincare prescriptions, rosacea history, or known skin sensitivities during the pre-treatment consultation so the esthetician can confirm suitability and adjust the protocol accordingly.