Dermaplaning works by gently scraping away dead skin cells and surface debris from the top layer of skin. With other hair removal methods, such as waving, threading, or laser treatments, most people associate a certain degree of discomfort, but dermaplaning is painless. Most patients experience slight pressure on the skin, but no pain. There are risks of shallow cuts to the skin; however, they are small and minor as the pressure used during a dermaplaning treatment cannot cause deep cuts. Any injury to the skin will generally heal within 24 to 48 hours after your appointment.