The scariest skincare habits are the ones you don’t realize you’re doing: skipping exfoliation, dermaplaning with old or disposable blades, squeezing clogged pores, piling on harsh actives, rubbing ice straight on your face and going without daily SPF. The good news? Every one of them has an easy fix.
Skin scare #1: Skipping exfoliation
Dead skin cells don’t always leave when they’re supposed to. Sometimes, they stick around to haunt your skin — building up into a dull layer that makes your skin texture look rough, and your skin tone look uneven. What’s more, those dead skin cells get between your skin and the serums you paid good money for.
The fix: Flash once a week with LUXE+ Sonic Dermaplaning. With 14K sonic vibrations per minute, it glides over skin to safely and gently exfoliate dead skin cells and remove peach fuzz in one step. In a consumer panel survey, 100% saw an instant improvement in skin texture, and 100% said their skincare absorbed faster afterwards. And no, your peach fuzz won’t come back thicker or darker. That sounds scary, but it’s just a myth — your peach fuzz will grow back exactly as it was before
Skin scare #2: Dermaplaning with disposable razors or old blades
This one belongs in a horror movie. Cheap disposable razors can miss peach fuzz, damage your skin barrier, and cause nicks or cuts. And reusing a worn-out edge week after week? That’s an easy way to transfer bacteria right back onto your skin.
The fix: LUXE+ uses a patented MicroFine Edge™ with a proprietary Safety Cage that protects skin from nicks and scrapes. Load a fresh Edge every time you Flash (a LUXE+ Refill Kit means you’ll never run out), and start with PREFLASH® Cleanser, which removes surface oil and helps peach fuzz “stand up straight” for easier removal.
Skin scare #3: Squeezing clogged pores
A blackhead staring back at you in the mirror is basically a jump scare. But squeezing with your fingers or digging in with a harsh pore scraper puts excess pressure on skin that’s already congested, and it can leave you red and irritated—or even cause scarring.
The fix: DERMAPORE+ Ultrasonic Pore Extractor. Mist with PREP MIST, then switch on Extract Mode: 35kHz ultrasonic vibration and a custom-curved, ionically charged spatula deep clean, unclog pores and remove stubborn blackheads without pain or irritation. In an instrumental analysis immediately after use with PREP MIST, 97% had a significant reduction in pore size. Then flip to Infuse Mode to help deliver your skincare actives deeper.
Skin scare #4: Layering too many harsh actives
Retinol, strong acids and gritty scrubs all on the same night is a recipe for a barrier that feels tight, red, and stingy. When it comes to actives, more isn’t always more.
The fix: Choose formulas that work hard without irritation. Botanical Ketoacid Toner pairs gentle flower acids sourced from the Hibiscus plant with lactic, malic and encapsulated salicylic acid to gently resurface and renew — and it’s safe for all skin types, including the most sensitive. In an instrumental analysis after using it 2x per day for 2 weeks, 100% showed improvement in skin renewal. For hydration and anti-aging benefits, HYDRAFLASH Active Cocooning Serum gives you a hydrating, soothing layer, with niacinamide, ectoin and a microbiome-supportive blend that help support your skin’s natural protective barrier.
Skin scare #5: Rubbing ice cubes on your face
Ice facials are all over social media, but ice applied directly to skin can cause an ice burn (a form of frostbite) if it’s left on too long. Frozen rollers and globes aren’t much better — they warm up fast once they touch your skin, and you have no real control over how cold they actually get.
The fix: DERMAFLASH COOL Sonic Depuffing, your new magic wand. Patented SonicCool™ + Copper Technology cools in seconds with no freezer required, while the Copper Cooling Dome is engineered to hold the optimal temperature to cool and depuff without damaging skin, and to protect your skin’s microbiome while it works. High-level sonic vibration supports lymphatic drainage to help move the fluid behind puffiness. In a survey of 34 clinical study participants using COOL with HYDRAFLASH Serum 1x a day for 4 weeks, 91% reduced undereye bags.
Skin scare #6: Skipping daily SPF
This might be the scariest habit of all, because the damage is invisible at first. UV rays don’t take the season off: they reach your skin on cloudy, chilly days and even through windows. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day.
The fix: This is the one no device can do for you. Make sunscreen the last step of your morning routine, every morning, especially after exfoliating. Fresh, smooth skin is exactly what you want to protect.
The bottom line
Breaking a scary skincare habit doesn’t take a total routine overhaul. Swap a few spooky shortcuts for smarter tools, and the only thing creeping up on you this Halloween will be compliments.
Scary Skincare Habits FAQ
Does dermaplaning make hair grow back thicker?
No. LUXE+ Sonic Dermaplaning doesn’t affect the hair follicle in any way, and it’s clinically proven that your peach fuzz will not grow back thicker or faster.
How often should you dermaplane at home?
Flash with LUXE+ once a week, using a fresh MicroFine Edge™ every time.
Is it safe to remove blackheads at home?
It can be, with the right tool. DERMAPORE+ uses ultrasonic vibration to unclog pores and help remove stubborn blackheads without pain, irritation or skin damage — no squeezing required.
Can you exfoliate if you have sensitive skin?
Yes. LUXE+ is safe for sensitive skin and has two sonic speeds (gentle and invigorating), and Botanical Ketoacid Toner uses a gentle acid blend that won’t sting or burn.
Is a cooling device better than an ice roller?
Ice rollers need to live in the freezer, warm up quickly and offer no temperature control. DERMAFLASH COOL is ready in seconds with no freezing required, and combines controlled copper cooling with sonic vibration that supports lymphatic drainage.
