Dermaplaning works in a similar way to shaving and helps to stimulate skin cell turnover. A specialized, scalpel-like tool that looks similar to an ordinary razor is slowly scraped along the skin at a precise angle, removing the build-up of dead cells, hair, scar tissue, and dirt. This allows new, healthier skin cells to show on the surface. With dermaplaning, you’re able to exfoliate the skin in a much safer, deeper, and more thorough way than would be possible with shaving.