Do You Dermaplane Before or After Microneedling?

Dermaplane before microneedling—never after. Dermaplaning removes dead skin, allowing your microneedling tool to create channels in clean, prepped skin for better absorption. Doing it the other way around can lead to unnecessary irritation.

Do You Dermaplane Before or After Microneedling?

You’ve got your tools. You’ve got your routine. But in what order should you actually use them?

Let’s clear it up: Always dermaplane before microneedling.

Why the Order Matters

While both tools help your products absorb better, they work in very different ways:

• Dermaplaning gently exfoliates the surface of the skin, removing dead skin cells and peach fuzz so products can better penetrate.
• Microneedling creates tiny, controlled channels in the skin to help ingredients reach deeper layers—boosting absorption by up to 300%.

Using the dermaplaning tool first clears the path. Microneedling comes next to drive your products deeper.

Doing them out of order—or skipping dermaplaning—can limit the effectiveness of your treatment.

What to Apply After

Here’s the ideal protocol if you’re doing both in the same session:

1. Dermaplaning Tool
2. EGF Activating Serum
3. Microneedling Tool
4. Advanced Retinol Serum (only if your skin tolerates it)
5. Microbiome Moisturizer
6. Shiunko Face Oil – Seals in moisture and leaves your skin with a post-treatment glow.

This combo smooths texture, increases glow, and supports healthy cell renewal—without needing to leave your house.

Important Tips

• Don’t try both treatments together your first time. Once your skin adjusts, combining them is safe and effective.
• Always sanitize tools thoroughly before and after each use.
• Avoid layering other actives (like vitamin C or glycolic acid) post-treatment. Stick with calming, supportive ingredients.

My Recommended Stack

• Prebiotic Gel Cleanser
• Dermaplaning Tool
• EGF Activating Serum
• Microneedling Tool
• Advanced Retinol Serum
• Microbiome Moisturizer
• Shiunko Face Oil

Final Take

If you’re layering dermaplaning and microneedling, dermaplane first—always. You’ll prep your skin, increase absorption, and get more out of every product in your routine. Once your skin adapts, combining these tools gives you clinic-level results—right at home.