Hey guys,

During this pandemic I have used this time to stop wearing makeup and just let my skin heal and 'breathe'. I wouldn't say my skin is bad but with these masks I have noticed a lot of congestion around my cheeks and chin. It has made me so self-conscious and overthink like 'omg I can't go out', 'omg are they looking at my skin' etc. When the rules were relaxed slightly I decided to go for my first dermaplane facial to see if that would be any good for the skin. As I have always worn makeup whether it was for work, a night out, going out in the day and not been in a proper skincare routine; I think my skin was having a massive purge of all the years I have not looked after my skin properly. 

What is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning exfoliates the outer most layer of dead skin cells, peach fuzz, hair and vellus in order to allow a new layer of skin come through. It uses a thin blade to gently remove the epidermis (top layer of the skin). It is painless and you can usually see the results straight away. Dermatologists usually recommend getting this treatment once a month. 

Stages

The whole process is usually 50 minutes. Firstly, the specialist double cleansed my face to make sure there was no sort of product and so she could work on a clean base. The first cleanse was an oil based cleanser which gently broke down any pollution/bacteria/oils/dirt and skincare that was already on my face. The second cleanse was water based. Next, she toned my face, patted the face dry and then cracked onto the dermaplane. My specialist then applied a gentle jojoba oil which enabled the blade to glide smoothly across the skin. (I have heard some people use argan oil instead but think this is the specialist preference). 

Dermaplaning involves a thin blade (looks like a razor blade) in which goes across the taut skin slowly at a 45 degree angle. My specialist started one side of the face and began on the jaw line working up to the forehead. This usually takes between 20-30 minutes and is pain free. After this process, I then had a really hydrating face mask with some cold cotton pads on the eyes for about 15 minutes. Then it was finished up with a oil-free moisturiser and some oil-free SPF. 

I did notice that I went slightly red, which is a common non-issue after having a dermaplane. This subsided once I had left the salon. 

Benefits of having a Dermaplane:

• Primes the skin
• Improves skin texture
• Soft, healthier, dewy skin
• Brightens the skin and reduces hyperpigmentation
• Increases the absorption of skincare products in particular, serums
• Removes peach fuzz
• Makeup goes on so much smoother
• Triggers cell regeneration
• Pain free
• No downtime
• Suitable for all skin types
• Removes the layer of dead skin cells
• Fades/diminishes the appearance of fine lines
• Stimulates circulation and promotes blood flow - If you specialist also does an exfoliation stage

Second time I went for a dermaplane

 Hey guys,

So one of my best friends moved to Milton Keynes with her boyfriend. She is literally one of my sisters' so I do miss her but it's also the perfect excuse to get out the Merseyside and adventure England a lot more. So on Friday evening me and 3 of my friends travelled down to Milton Keynes for the weekend. Friday night we just cracked open the wine, put a pizza in the oven, had a house tour (such a stunning house) and caught up with the Love Island dramatic Casa Amour stick or recouple episode. Anyone else watch?!

Then, on Saturday we got up quite early for London. As a group we are useless at planning and organising things; The amount of times we say let's do this (e.g. camping, a holiday, a lodge etc) and it falls through. Sure they won't mind me mentioning that seems as its true and we all know it haha. So we originally planned to be out the house for 10am to get into London for 11am. But then we didn't end up leaving until just before 12 as we were getting ready, waiting around for the taxi, and then getting the train. We also had a nightmare with the Trams as we got on about 3 wrong ones - easily done though. The tube journey's weren't that bad; there was quite a few drunks as there seemed to be a festival or event happening (but I love them kind of vibes) and we always managed to get a seat together until the final journey. The final tube journey was horrendous, it was so packed and everyone was on top each other. With the mask on I was sweating and felt so faint but luckily we was getting off after 3 stops. We then got off the tube to find it was bouncing down. But we didn't mind; we packed for all the weathers. 

        

        

        

        

We were then all wrecked so we decided to head back up towards London Bridge and jump the train back to Milton Keynes. We then finished the night off with some munchies, glasses of wine and a few card games and a game called Pass the Pigs. We became obsessed with Pass the Pigs. Omg I loved it. I even came home and bought it online so I could play it with my family. Such a good lighthearted game. Anyone else played it?!

        

Anyways, I will definitely need to head back up to London soon as there is so much more I didn't get to see or do such as; a musical, London Eye, the shops, Peggy Porschen's cafe and Notting Hill.