If you’ve spent any time scrolling skincare TikTok or browsing spa menus lately, chances are you’ve seen dermaplaning pop up everywhere. This trending facial treatment is loved for its ability to instantly smooth skin, boost glow, and help skincare products work even better.
But dermaplaning isn’t just a client favorite — it’s also becoming one of the most in-demand services for estheticians and skincare professionals to add to their treatment menu.
So, what exactly is dermaplaning, and why is it becoming such a popular service in the beauty industry?
Dermaplaning is a professional exfoliation treatment that removes dead skin cells and fine facial hair (often called “peach fuzz”) using a sterile surgical blade.
A trained skincare professional gently glides the blade across the surface of the skin, removing buildup that can leave skin looking dull or uneven. Once that top layer of debris and dead cells is removed, the skin underneath looks noticeably smoother and brighter.
The treatment is quick, non-invasive, and requires little to no downtime, which makes it a go-to option for clients who want immediate results.
Skincare has become a major part of modern self-care. In fact, Canada’s beauty and personal care market reached about CAD $13.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to over CAD $16 billion by 2028, with skincare representing around 38% of total beauty sales in Canada.
With clients increasingly seeking services that deliver visible results without invasive procedures, treatments like dermaplaning have gained significant traction in spas and skincare clinics across the country.
For beauty professionals, this rising demand means learning advanced skincare services can open new opportunities and attract more clients.
One of the biggest reasons dermaplaning has gained so much attention is that the results are immediate. After just one treatment, many clients notice a smoother texture and a brighter complexion.
Some of the most common benefits include:
Because the treatment removes buildup on the client’s skin surface, it also allows professional products and facials to penetrate deeper and work more effectively.
A dermaplaning treatment typically begins with a gentle cleanse to remove makeup, oils, and impurities.
Once the skin is prepped, a trained professional uses a sterile surgical blade to carefully exfoliate the outermost layer of the skin using controlled, feather-light strokes. The process is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
After the exfoliation is complete, soothing skincare products and sunscreen are applied to protect the freshly exfoliated skin.
Clients often leave their appointment with skin that looks noticeably smoother, brighter, and refreshed.
As skincare continues to evolve, estheticians are expanding their services to include treatments that deliver real results to clients.
Dermaplaning is one of many specialized skills that beauty professionals can add to their toolkit. Other popular services, such as Brazilian waxing, are also essential offerings for many spas and salons. If you're interested in learning more about that service, you can explore this guide on Brazilian Waxing training from Bryan College.
By learning a variety of in-demand treatments, estheticians can grow their service menu and offer clients a more complete skincare experience.
After learning about dermaplaning, many beauty professionals become interested in adding this service to their own salon or spa.
The best way to do that is through a hands-on workshop that teaches the fundamentals of dermaplaning, including proper technique, safety procedures, skin preparation, and client consultation.
If you’re located in the Ontario area and want to expand your skincare skillset, Bryan College offers a Dermaplaning Workshop designed to help beauty professionals confidently perform this treatment.
If you’re ready to bring one of the beauty industry’s most in-demand treatments into your service menu, you can learn more or register for the workshop here.
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