All skin resurfacing procedures involve removing layers of skin to reduce the appearance of scars. Dermaplaning is a procedure that uses a scalpel or razor to shave away layers of dead skin cells and fine peach fuzz from the top layers of the skin. Dermabrasion is a more invasive surgical procedure that sands away outer layers of skin with a diamond-tipped instrument. Microdermabrasion is a gentler procedure that uses a special exfoliating blade to remove the top layers of skin, helping to reduce the appearance of scars.