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Prep for dermaplaning in Mascotte: 7 days that make the biggest difference

If you want the smoothest results and the calmest recovery, your prep matters more than people think. We’ll go over your routine when you get here, and we love when you bring a quick list of what you’re using.

• Pause retinoids and strong exfoliants (AHA/BHA, scrubs) for about 3 to 7 days before. This helps prevent extra sensitivity with dermaplaning.
• Skip heavy tanning and fresh sunburn. Florida sun is no joke, especially around the Gladiolius Lane area where errands can turn into long outdoor stretches.
• Come makeup-free if you can, or we’ll remove it here. Either way is fine, it just saves a few minutes.
• Tell us what you’re working on (texture, pigmentation spots, acne, dryness, sensitivity). Clients often come in focused on “problem areas” like texture and pigmentation, and that’s exactly the kind of info that helps us plan your session.
• If you’ve got an event (photos, Montverde Academy activities, a lake weekend), try to schedule this at least a few days ahead so any mild redness is long gone.

Your 75-minute Classic Facial + dermaplaning, step by step (no surprises)

When you arrive at our boutique studio, we start with a short consult. This is where we talk through your skin goals and what you’ve been noticing lately. People love that we take time to explain what we’re doing, and we keep that same energy through the whole appointment. If you’re sensitive, nervous about extractions, or you just want quiet time, let us know. We’ll match you.

1) Cleanse + skin check

We cleanse first, then take a close look at your skin in good lighting. We’re checking for dehydration, congestion, and texture so dermaplaning stays gentle and effective.

2) Dermaplaning exfoliation (the “smooth” step)

Dermaplaning uses a sterile blade to sweep off dead skin and fine vellus hair. The sensation is usually light and scratchy in a mild way, not painful. Most people are surprised by how calm it feels. After this step, skin often looks immediately brighter and feels super smooth.

3) 5 minutes of extractions, if needed

We include a focused extraction window in this special. If your skin doesn’t need it that day, we won’t force it. If it does, we keep it efficient and communicate the whole time. A little pressure is normal. Intense pain isn’t the goal.

4) Customized mask + finishing products

Next comes your mask, then serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen. This is where your skin tends to look the most “done, ” like you finally caught up on sleep and water. We’ll also talk through what to use at home so you keep that glow going.

"Everything was done so professionally, and I felt comfortable the entire time."

one of our regulars

After dermaplaning: the first 72 hours that protect your glow

Right after your facial, it’s normal to look a little pink or feel lightly sensitive to heat. Most people also feel that immediate smoothness and a clean, hydrated finish. One client told us their skin looked “more than noticeably clearer” the next morning, and that’ a pattern we see when you follow the simple aftercare.

• Sunscreen is non-negotiable. Use broad-spectrum SPF daily, and reapply if you’re outside. This matters even more for Clermont, Groveland, Minneola, Montverde, Astatula, and Oakland clients who are in the car and sun a lot.
• Skip heavy sweating, saunas, and hard workouts for 24 to 48 hours. Florida humidity can irritate freshly exfoliated skin fast.
• Hold retinoids and exfoliating acids for about 48 to 72 hours. Keep it gentle and hydrating.
• Delay lake days and long sun exposure for at least 48 hours. If you’re doing a weekend lake plan, an evening slot earlier in the week tends to be the easiest setup.

A few Gladiolius Lane-area tips that make first visits easier

If you’re coming to us from the Gladiolius Lane area in Mascotte, this appointment is a quick, easy stop on the western edge of town. A lot of our regulars are busy, and they appreciate that we keep things straightforward. No pressure, no big promises, and no pushing products you don’t need.

Here’s the behind-the-scenes detail people don’t always talk about: we don’t treat your skin like it’s the same every month. Clients mention that we focus on problem areas like texture and pigmentation when that’s what their skin is doing, and we adjust the plan based on what we see that day.

"Not trying to upsell or make promises."

a first-time client

If you commute on US 27, ask us about evening and weekend slots. They’re popular for people coming from Clermont and Groveland who want to head straight home after.