The beauty regimens of celebrities often involve elaborate (and expensive) treatments meant to prevent the effects of aging and/or remove unwanted body hair. Between microblading, waxing, laser hair removal, collagen injections, Botox, and other cosmetic procedures, keeping the skin looking youthful and hair-free can seem like a full-time job. Recently, Eva Mendes posted a video of herself getting her face shaved with dermaplaning—and folks were clamoring to learn more about the beauty treatment.
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Eva, 49, looks as radiant as she did during her acting heyday in the early 2000s, and she's no stranger to sharing beauty secrets with her Instagram followers. The mom of two, who is married to Ryan Gosling, has offered glimpses into the products and tools she uses to keep her face looking fresh and flawless. So can you blame fans when they were intrigued by her dermaplaning habits? Let's take a closer look at what Eva shared and what dermaplaning is.
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In June 2023, Eva revealed she uses dermaplaning to shave her face.
On June 6, Eva took to Instagram with a post that included her undergoing dermaplaning. "Yes, I shaved my face!" she captioned a video of herself getting pampered. "Loving my day at the @beautyvillavergara. Heaven!" She went on to share that her visit began with dermaplaning, followed by a peel, an oxygen treatment, a sheet mask, and a pedicure. Eva even got her hair done at the spa. (Honestly, it sounds like a relaxing, rejuvenating escape to us!)
She also shared a close-up photo of her face afterward.
The next day, Eva posted to Instagram again about her pampering session—with the main image showing a close-up of her face after dermaplaning. She wrote, "Shaving my face! I received a lot of comments on yesterday’s post from women who’ve been shaving their face for years—OK I guess 'dermaplaning' is the preferred word but it is what it is and I LOVE it!" Look how smooth her skin looks!
What is dermaplaning?
Dermaplaning involves using a scalpel to gently scrape the face in order to remove tiny hairs and the top layer of skin. You can have the procedure done by a dermatologist or a licensed esthetician, and it usually takes 15 to 30 minutes. The cost can run between $75 and $150 per session. Alternatively, there are blades you can purchase that are marketed for at-home use.
How often should you have dermaplaning done?
Eva joked in an Instagram reply that she needs dermaplaning multiple times per week. "I'm a beast so I probably need every other day! Ha," she wrote. "My hair grows back if I get chills. Anyone else get that? I'll literally be shaving my legs in the shower and get chills and all my work is undone."
However, the length of time between dermaplaning sessions will vary from person to person—but about once a month is a common interval. Doing it more frequently could irritate or damage your top layer of skin.
What are the pros and cons of dermaplaning?
There are benefits to dermaplaning for those who are interested in trying it out, according to Self magazine. For starters, it's one method of removing the "peach fuzz" from your face. Dermaplaning can also help exfoliate your skin, as the blade gets rid of the top layer of dead skin. This can make your facial skin appear brighter, help skin care products sink in, and aid in foundation going on more smoothly.
On the flip side, dermaplaning does come with risks. “The main risk is cutting the skin, which can lead to infection, scarring, and dyspigmentation,” Anthony Rossi, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, told Self.
The bottom line: Dermaplaning is just one way to remove hair and exfoliate, and there are pros and cons to the practice. It's always best to consult your dermatologist to see if it's right for you.
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