Once upon a time, dermaplaning (aka the process of shaving peach fuzz off the face) was a cosmetic procedure reserved for professionals. You would book an appointment with your dermatologist or at a spa and lay still while a trained expert took a scalpel to your skin. Now that at-home dermaplaning tools have become more popular over the past few years, it’s possible, easy, and safe to get the same skin-smoothing, glow-boosting results from the comfort of your bathroom.
Of course, facial hair removal is not something you need to do, and having facial hair is completely natural. "Facial hair, from a biological perspective, protected against the elements, helping to shield the skin from sun exposure and reduce the risk of sunburns," says board-certified dermatologist Divya Shokeen, M.D. FAAD. In some ways, it's even beneficial: hair can trap dust and allergens before they enter the respiratory system, offering a form of filtration.
