A new shaving trend has been circling the beauty community - dermaplaning, also referred to as face shaving. Dermaplaning involves a single blade exfoliating tool that gently scrapes off dead skin cells, scar tissue and hair from the face to even the skin's surface. With DIY videos and articles available online, finding step-by-step how-to directions is now easier than ever. But before you jump right into this new trend, Dr.Sheg, founder of Leovard , is here to discuss the pros and cons to determine if dermaplaning is right for your skin.

Benefits

· Gentle exfoliation that stimulate new cell growth

· Lightens post-inflammatory acne scars and brighten skin tone

· Dead skin cell and hair removal allows for better product penetration

· Even skin surface for smoother makeup application

Drawbacks

· Clinical treatments are pricey, and DIY done incorrectly can damage the skin

· Improper aftercare or use of a blunt blade can cause ingrown hairs and shave bumps on the face

· Can irritate the skin, especially for those with active acne, rosacea, or ketosis pilaris

Leovard’s unisex aftershave system provides quality aftercare for face shaving for all skin types. These products have been carefully formulated with natural ingredients, potent antioxidants, and proprietary extracts that work to reduce redness, irritation and razor bumps.

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The Multi-Cleanser ($14) produces a light, skin-soothing lather with gentle exfoliating ingredients lactic acid and papaya extract, that work to brighten and improve the skin's texture. This cleanser also has hyaluronic acid to help fight aging.

The Aftershave Tonic ($16) is an organic toner formulated to even skin tone, fight mild acne and blackheads, and clear razor bumps. It is formulated with ingredients that calm and hydrate the skin, such as green tea, jojoba, and aloe vera.

The Aftershave Lotion ($16) has a silky, smooth formula that is non-greasy and absorbs quickly. It works to repair skin damage, prevent ingrown hairs, and ease irritation. It is free of artificial fillers, fragrances and allergens.

Dr. Sheg Aranmolate holds several degrees, including a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BSc) with a minor in Psychology, a master's degree in Applied Molecular Biology (MSc), a master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), and a doctorate in Medicine (MD).