We’ve gotten a few questions lately asking if using DERMAFLASH LUXE+ is the same as shaving your face with a razor, and we wanted to set the record straight! The short answer is no—dermaplaning with our LUXE+ device is not the same as shaving with a razor. LUXE+ Sonic Dermaplaning gives you skin-improving benefits and gentle peach fuzz removal that a regular razor just can’t provide. Let’s take a closer look at the differences.
How is DERMAFLASH different from a razor?
The biggest difference between DERMAFLASH LUXE+ and a traditional razor is DERMAFLASH’s advanced technology. The LUXE+ Sonic Dermaplaning device uses high-level sonic vibrations at 14K per minute to give you Med Spa quality exfoliation and more effective peach fuzz removal than a razor. In addition, the sonic vibrations stimulate microcirculation, which plays a vital role in overall skin health as well as collagen and elastin production.
Is the DERMFLASH blade different from a razor blade?
Yes, the DERMFLASH blade has several differences that set it apart from a razor blade. First, DERMAFLASH’s MicroFine Edge™ has a patented design with a custom-engineered Safety Cage, which helps prevent nicks and cuts. A standard razor blade doesn’t have any safety features to help protect your skin. Second, DERMAFLASH’s proprietary Sonic Technology allows the device to glide smoothly and easily over the contours of your face, without excess pressure. A manual razor tends to skip, pull or tug and lead to cuts—especially if you use too much pressure.
6 reasons why LUXE+ is the smarter choice for your skin:
1. Removes peach fuzz more effectively
“The sonic vibrations not only assist in the exfoliation process, but it also helps to get right under the peach fuzz for more effective removal,” says Dr. Arisa Ortiz, a board-certified dermatologist and Director of Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at USC San Diego Health.
2. Delivers Med Spa quality exfoliation
Razors were designed with a specific purpose: to remove terminal hair—i.e. the thicker, coarser hair found on a man’s beard or a woman’s legs and underarms. LUXE+ Sonic Dermaplaning was created to gently exfoliate dead skin cells and remove vellus hair—aka the fine, soft, fuzzy hair found on a woman’s face. It’s a dermatologist-recommended way to exfoliate the skin, with the added benefit of peach fuzx removal.
3. Boosts skincare absorption
When there isn’t a layer of built-up dead skin and peach fuzz standing in the way, your skincare products will be able to sink in instead of just sitting on skin’s surface. “By exfoliating and removing excess peach fuzz, you will optimize your skincare by allowing it to penetrate deeper so that it can be more effective,” explains Dr. Ortiz.
4. Creates a smooth canvas for makeup
Removing dead skin cells and vellus prevents makeup from getting stuck to peach fuzz or clinging patches of dry, flaky skin. “I always use DERMAFLASH on my clients. It removes peach fuzz, leaving skin baby soft and a perfect canvas for makeup,” says celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg, whose clients include Rashida Jones, Kristen Stewart, Elisabeth Moss, Kathryn Hahn and Tracee Ellis Ross.
5. Safe for sensitive skin
Razors aren’t designed for use on delicate facial skin. They can cause irritation, nicks and cuts, and they can also potentially damage your skin barrier by over-exfoliating. DERMAFLASH LUXE+ is safe for sensitive skin, because the device’s advanced Sonic Technology gently exfoliates and de-fuzzes without causing over-exfoliation or skin barrier damage. Plus, the patented MicroFine Edge™ has a special Safety Cage to guard against nicks and cuts.
6. Visibly improves fine lines, wrinkles + dark spots
We invested in independent, third-party studies to make sure that LUXE+ delivers measurable anti-aging and skin-improving benefits. These studies (using the Visia skin analysis system) showed that:
- 97% had less visible fine lines + wrinkles after 4 weeks
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94% had reduced appearance of dark spots after 4 weeks
There you have it. If you want to de-fuzz and improve the look and feel of your skin, don’t reach for a regular old razor. DERMAFLASH LUXE+ Sonic Dermaplaning gives you clinically proven benefits, and it’s the safest and most gentle choice for your skin.
