On the other hand, oil planing is basically dermaplaning with the use of a facial oil beforehand to allow for a gentler exfoliation and facial hair removal, as the oil lubricates the skin to help reduce the risk of irritation, allowing  the dermaplaning scalpel to easily glide on the skin.  Oil planing helps to protect the acid mantle which is essential for a healthy skin barrier.  It makes the procedure more comfortable for the skin.  Oil planing is therefore suitable for people with sensitive skin, dry skin, dehydrated skin, reactive skin, and mature skin types.