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Dermaplaning is a non-invasive, chemical-free exfoliation treatment that uses a sterile medical-grade scalpel to gently remove the outermost layer of dead skin and fine vellus hair (peach fuzz). The result is instantly smoother, brighter skin, flawless makeup application and far better absorption of your serums and SPF. At Nu Image Medspa in Lutz, FL (3939 Cheval Blvd, off N Dale Mabry Hwy near Cheval), it’s performed by our licensed medical estheticians — lead aesthetician Michelle Napoli (15+ years), Ava Moore and Emily Patrick — under the medical supervision of owner and Master Injector Susan Wallace, MSN, ANP-BC, with 35+ years of combined experience.
A session takes about 30 minutes, costs roughly $45 on its own, or $140 bundled with a facial, and has no downtime — results are visible the moment you leave. Most clients repeat it every 3–4 weeks. Serving Lutz, Cheval, Carrollwood, Northdale, Odessa and Land O’ Lakes. Call 813.949.3300.
Peach fuzz feels harmless. In a hot, humid, high-sun place like Lutz, it isn’t neutral — it’s a working surface. Those fine vellus hairs hold a thin film of the things a Florida day layers on: sunscreen, sweat, sebum, and the daily reapplications of SPF that anyone living near the lakes or out on the course goes through. By afternoon that film sits on top of the skin instead of soaking in, and the products you bought to protect and brighten your face are mostly sitting on hair, not skin.
That’s the case for dermaplaning in Lutz, FL that no generic spa page makes: the single most important anti-aging habit in a sun belt is a daily routine of SPF plus actives like vitamin C and retinoids — and a layer of dead cells and fuzz quietly blunts every one of them. Clearing that surface is what lets the routine actually work. It also fixes the complaint we hear constantly here: makeup that pills, slides and breaks up by lunch. Foundation grips peach fuzz, and in Tampa Bay humidity that grip turns into sliding and patchiness. On a smooth, fuzz-free surface it lays down even and stays put.
There’s no off-season here. Faces are on display 12 months a year — weekends on the water, charity nights in Cheval, school events near Steinbrenner and Gaither High. That’s exactly why a treatment with zero downtime fits Lutz so well. A chemical peel can flake and a laser can leave you pink for days; dermaplaning gives the instant, photo-ready glow with none of that. Come in before a wedding, a reunion or a gala and walk out camera-ready the same hour.
Lutz skews toward young families — the parent crowd around Schwarzkopf Elementary and the Steinbrenner/Gaither districts. For anyone pregnant or nursing, most of the exfoliating toolkit is off the table: strong chemical peels and retinoids get paused for months. Because dermaplaning is purely physical — no chemicals, no heat, no injectables — it’s one of the few real exfoliation options that generally stays available through pregnancy. It’s also a gentle choice for sensitive or reactive skin that can’t tolerate acids.
Chlorine, the area’s hard water, salt off the boat, and relentless UV all leave the surface dull and rough faster than they would in a cooler, cloudier climate. Dermaplaning resets that surface — and a thoughtful provider tailors how aggressively to work based on your skin’s sensitivity and sun history, rather than running the same pass on every face. The goal is the Nu Image standard: fresh, smooth and lit-from-within — never raw or over-worked.
Dermaplaning is exfoliation with a blade — controlled, precise and far more refined than the at-home razors and gadgets that share the name. A licensed, medically supervised professional first cleanses and preps the skin, then holds a sterile, single-use medical-grade scalpel at a shallow angle and draws it across the surface in short, feather-light strokes.
Each pass lifts away two things at once: the buildup of dead skin cells that dulls the complexion, and the fine vellus hair (peach fuzz) that traps product and texture. Removing that outer layer also nudges cell turnover, so fresher skin surfaces sooner. The session finishes with hydrating serum and SPF — non-negotiable, because freshly exfoliated skin is more sun-sensitive, and you’re in Lutz.
The word “dermaplaning” now covers everything from a drugstore facial razor to a five-minute add-on at a quick-service bar. The difference is real: a medical-grade scalpel, proper sterile technique, trained depth control and the judgment to know when not to treat. Done casually, it’s easy to over-exfoliate, nick the skin, or run a blade over a breakout that shouldn’t be touched. Done inside a medically supervised practice, it’s consistent, sanitary and tailored to your skin.
Dermaplaning is excellent on its own, but clearing the surface first makes whatever comes next work better. Pair it with a medical-grade facial for a deep-clean reset, with a chemical peel so the solution penetrates more evenly, or ahead of microneedling. For pigment and sun damage, many Lutz clients layer in an IPL photofacial. And because dermaplaning leaves a flawless canvas, it’s a popular pre-event companion to Botox®.
| Best for | Dull, rough or flaky skin; peach fuzz; makeup that pills or slides; poor product absorption; mild texture and fine lines |
|---|---|
| How it’s done | Sterile medical-grade scalpel, light feather strokes — purely physical, no chemicals or heat |
| Session length | About 30 minutes (longer if paired with a facial or peel) |
| Typical cost (Lutz) | $45 on its own · $140 bundled with a facial · see monthly specials |
| Results appear | Immediately — smoother, brighter skin the moment you leave |
| How often | Every 3–4 weeks (matches natural cell turnover) |
| Downtime | None — back to work, errands or golf the same day · daily SPF essential |
| Performed by | Michelle Napoli, lead medical aesthetician (15+ yrs), with Ava Moore & Emily Patrick · medically supervised by Susan Wallace, MSN, ANP-BC |
Pricing is approximate and confirmed at your visit; it varies by whether dermaplaning is stand-alone or added to another service. Ask about current specials and flexible payment plans.
Every visit is tailored to your skin. Dermaplaning is most often chosen for:
Removes the fine vellus hair that traps sunscreen, sweat and product and grabs onto foundation — the smoothest-canvas benefit clients feel first.
Instant · no regrowth change
Sweeps away the dead-cell buildup that hard water, chlorine and Florida sun pile on, revealing the brighter layer underneath right away.
Immediate radiance
Clears the barrier so your vitamin C, retinoid and SPF actually reach skin instead of sitting on fuzz and dead cells.
Better serum & SPF uptake
Polishes uneven, bumpy or dry-flaky texture for a soft, refined surface — a fast reset between deeper treatments.
Smoother feel & tone
Softens the look of fine lines and superficial, mild acne scarring by resurfacing the very top layer of skin.
Surface-level smoothing
A chemical-free option that generally stays available when peels and retinoids are paused — gentle enough for sensitive skin, too.
Not sure if dermaplaning alone is enough, or whether to pair it with a facial or peel? A quick visit sorts it out — with pricing confirmed up front.
Most people who want instantly smoother, brighter skin and a flawless makeup canvas — with zero downtime — are great candidates for dermaplaning in Lutz, FL. Because it’s purely physical exfoliation with no chemicals or heat, it’s also one of the few exfoliating treatments generally considered safe during pregnancy and nursing. The key is an honest skin read first, which is exactly why Michelle and the team assess your skin before any blade touches it.
Not sure if dermaplaning is the right call? A quick consultation reads your skin and matches you to the treatment — dermaplaning, microderm or microneedling — that actually fits your goals.
Both are no-downtime physical exfoliation treatments — but they solve different problems. Dermaplaning shaves away dead skin and peach fuzz for the smoothest makeup canvas; microdermabrasion uses abrasion and suction and tends to win on congestion and blackheads. Your provider helps you pick — or alternate both.
| Dermaplaning | Microderm | |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Sterile blade | Abrasion + suction |
| Removes hair | Yes (peach fuzz) | No |
| Best at | Smooth canvas, glow | Congestion, blackheads |
| Downtime | None for either | |
It’s the number-one hesitation, so let’s settle it plainly: dermaplaning does not make hair grow back thicker, darker or coarser. The treatment removes vellus hair — the fine, soft peach fuzz on the face — and that hair grows back exactly as it was: the same fine texture, the same color.
The reason is simple. Cutting a hair at the skin’s surface does nothing to the follicle beneath it, and the follicle is what determines a hair’s thickness and color. Vellus hair cannot turn into coarse, dark terminal hair just because it was shaved at the surface. What sometimes feels different is the blunt tip of a regrowing hair versus its original tapered point — but it’s the same hair, and on fine facial fuzz that sensation is minimal. If you have genuinely coarse or dark facial hair you’d rather be rid of for good, that’s a job for laser hair removal, not dermaplaning — dermaplaning is exfoliation that happens to remove fuzz, not a hair-removal treatment.
Dermaplaning looks effortless when it’s done well, which hides how much skill sits behind it. It’s a sharp, single-use scalpel held at a precise angle over living skin — with the judgment to read each face, control depth, avoid active breakouts and cold sores, and stop short of over-exfoliating. The same tool that leaves skin luminous can nick or strip a barrier in untrained hands, which is why your treatment is done by experienced, certified hands — never a rushed add-on.
Lead Medical Aesthetician · 15+ Years
Nu Image’s lead medical aesthetician, with 15+ years caring for Tampa Bay skin and a following that treats her like family. Deep skincare knowledge, ongoing education and a personal approach — many clients have her on text — let her tailor each treatment to your skin, not a template.
Licensed Medical Esthetician · Laser & Skin
Ava holds Florida licenses as both a Facial Specialist and an Electrologist/Laser Professional. She pairs current skin science with an accurate read of your Fitzpatrick skin type, specializing in acne care, chemical peels, microneedling and customized facials — all with an honest, no-pressure approach.
Licensed Medical Esthetician · Lash & Skin
A Licensed Medical Esthetician and Lash & Brow Specialist with 5+ years in the industry, educated at the Aveda Institute Nashville. Known for warmth and meticulous attention to detail, Emily builds customized skincare treatments that leave clients feeling like the best version of themselves.
Owner · Nurse Practitioner · Master Injector
Owner and Board-Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANCC), trained at George Washington University. Specializing in aesthetics since 2004, Susan founded Nu Image in 2006, holds the Diamond-status Master Injector designation, and provides the medical oversight every treatment here runs under.
We cleanse the skin, confirm you’re a good candidate, and tailor the plan to your skin type and goals.
Light, feather-light strokes with a sterile medical-grade scalpel lift away dead skin and peach fuzz. Comfortable and quick.
We finish with hydrating serum and SPF. No downtime — you can head straight back to your day.
Skin looks brighter immediately. Keep up daily SPF, and most clients return every 3–4 weeks.
We’re centrally located on Cheval Blvd, an easy drive from across the area. Tap your neighborhood for directions and local details.
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Dermaplaning is a non-invasive, chemical-free exfoliation treatment that uses a sterile medical-grade scalpel to gently remove the outermost layer of dead skin cells and fine vellus hair (peach fuzz). It instantly smooths and brightens the skin, removes the soft hair that traps makeup and sunscreen, and lets serums and SPF absorb far better. It’s performed by our licensed medical estheticians — lead aesthetician Michelle Napoli, Ava Moore and Emily Patrick — under the medical oversight of Master Injector Susan Wallace, MSN, ANP-BC, and has no downtime.
A standalone dermaplaning session at Nu Image Medspa is $45 on its own, or $140 bundled with a facial. Your exact price is confirmed at your visit and depends on whether it’s stand-alone or paired with another service. We run new skincare specials every month.
No — this is the most common dermaplaning myth. It removes fine vellus hair (peach fuzz), which grows back at the same fine texture and the same color. Cutting hair at the surface doesn’t change the follicle, so vellus hair can’t turn into coarse, dark terminal hair. If you want coarse or dark facial hair gone for good, that’s a job for laser hair removal, not dermaplaning.
Both are no-downtime physical exfoliation treatments, but they work differently. Dermaplaning uses a blade to shave off dead skin and peach fuzz, so it also removes facial hair and creates an extremely smooth makeup canvas. Microdermabrasion uses abrasion and suction and is often preferred for congestion, blackheads and rougher texture, but doesn’t remove hair. Many clients alternate the two; the right choice depends on your skin and goals.
Most people get dermaplaning every 3–4 weeks, which lines up with the skin’s natural cell-turnover cycle and keeps skin consistently smooth and bright without over-exfoliating. Some clients book a single session before a wedding, photoshoot or event for an instant, no-downtime glow.
Dermaplaning is very low-risk when performed by a licensed, trained professional. Because it’s purely physical exfoliation — no chemicals, heat or injectables — it’s one of the few exfoliating treatments generally considered safe during pregnancy and nursing, unlike many chemical peels and retinoid-based options. It isn’t recommended over active acne breakouts, cold sores or certain skin conditions; we’ll confirm candidacy at your visit.
No downtime. Results are immediate — skin looks smoother and brighter the moment you leave, and makeup goes on flawlessly the same day. Some clients have mild, brief redness that fades within a few hours. Because the protective top layer has been exfoliated, daily SPF afterward is essential — which matters year-round in the Florida sun.
We’re at 3939 Cheval Blvd, Lutz, FL 33558, just off N Dale Mabry Hwy near Cheval, Steinbrenner High School and Gaither High School — serving Lutz, Carrollwood, Northdale, Cheval, Odessa and Land O’ Lakes. Free on-site parking. Call 813.949.3300 to book.