First of all, the procedure is typically comfortable for the patient, and the patient can expect to feel a bit of a tingling sensation during the procedure. If the patient wants to be numbed prior to the procedure, the provider may be able to offer a numbing spray or something similar. As for the procedure itself, the concept of dermaplaning is similar to the concept of shaving. During a dermaplaning procedure, a professional will use a simple, harmless blade to “shave” away the dead cells, scar tissue, and other debris on the patient’s skin. The procedure is about as simple as that, and it takes about 20 to 30 minutes. After the procedure, the provider may apply a product to soothe the patient’s skin, and they may also apply sunscreen to protect the patient’s face. The patient will be left with a face that has a layer of new, healthier skin cells. The look the patient is left with may be smoother and brighter.