Dermaplaning at The Fifth Om: A Holistic Ritual for Radiant Skin

Dermaplaning is one of our most-loved advanced enhancements, not simply because of the immediate glow it creates, but because it supports healthy skin in a gentle, effective way.

Included as part of our Elevated Facial, dermaplaning pairs beautifully with our holistic approach to skincare, revealing brighter, smoother skin while enhancing the benefits of the botanically active products that follow.

We see dermaplaning as an invitation to begin again. By gently removing what no longer serves your skin, we create space for a healthier, more radiant complexion to emerge. As an added benefit, skincare products absorb more effectively and makeup often applies more smoothly afterward.

A Gentle Approach to Dermaplaning

Dermaplaning is often described simply as a form of exfoliation. We see it as something more—a gentle unveiling of your skin's freshest, healthiest layer.

Using a sterile surgical scalpel, your esthetician carefully glides across the surface of the skin to remove dead skin cells and fine vellus hair (commonly known as peach fuzz). The treatment leaves skin feeling exceptionally smooth, looking noticeably brighter, and better able to absorb the customized skincare products applied throughout your facial.

Rather than relying on aggressive exfoliation, we work with your skin, never against it, creating an experience that feels both effective and deeply restorative.

The Elevated Facial Experience

Dermaplaning is included in our Elevated Facial, where it becomes part of a thoughtfully layered treatment designed to support both skin health and relaxation.

Your experience may include:

• Double cleansing

• Gentle exfoliation

• Dermaplaning

• Extractions, when appropriate

• Relaxing facial massage

• A hydrating botanical mask

• Customized serums selected for your skin

• Our signature Tenfold Golden Glow Face Cream

• SPF protection before you leave

Throughout your treatment, your esthetician incorporates aromatherapy, plant-based skincare, and intentional touch to create an experience that nurtures both your complexion and your nervous system.

Many guests choose dermaplaning every three to four weeks, although your esthetician will recommend a schedule based on your skin, lifestyle, and goals.

Why Guests Choose Dermaplaning

Every dermaplaning treatment at The Fifth Om is customized to your skin, the season, and what your complexion needs that day. Rather than following a one-size-fits-all protocol, we adjust each facial to support healthy, balanced skin over time.

We finish every Elevated Facial with our signature Tenfold Golden Glow Face Cream, a whipped botanical moisturizer created to nourish and support healthy, radiant skin.

We pair dermaplaning with clean, botanical skincare selected to strengthen the skin barrier while delivering visible, lasting results. Our goal isn't simply smoother skin today, it's healthier skin with every visit.

Most importantly, we believe healthy skin and a regulated nervous system belong together. That's why every facial is designed to leave you feeling just as restored as your complexion looks.

A Ritual of Renewal

Dermaplaning isn't simply about removing dead skin cells. It's about creating space for healthy skin to emerge—and giving yourself permission to slow down long enough to receive thoughtful care.

When you arrive at The Fifth Om, you're welcomed with gentle aromatherapy, calming music, and a warm greeting from your esthetician. Every detail, from the warmth of the towels to the aftercare guidance you take home, is thoughtfully considered.

If your skin feels dull, textured, or simply ready for a fresh start, we'd love to welcome you in. Dermaplaning is included with our Elevated Facial, creating a restorative experience that leaves your skin smoother, brighter, and ready to receive everything that follows.

Reserve your Elevated Facial online, or contact us if you'd like help choosing the facial that's right for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does dermaplaning make hair grow back thicker?
No. Dermaplaning removes fine vellus hair (aka peach fuzz) at the skin's surface, but it doesn't change the structure, color, or growth pattern of the hair. As it grows back, it will feel and appear the same as it did before treatment.

Who is a good candidate for dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a wonderful option for many skin types, especially if you're experiencing dullness, uneven texture, or dry, flaky skin. It's also a favorite before weddings, vacations, or special events because it leaves skin exceptionally smooth and radiant.

Your esthetician will always evaluate your skin and recommend whether dermaplaning is the right choice for you that day.

Are there times when dermaplaning isn't recommended?

Yes. Dermaplaning may not be appropriate if you have:

• Active acne or inflamed breakouts

• An active cold sore

• Open wounds or irritated skin

• A recent sunburn

• Certain skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis in the treatment area

• Recently used prescription-strength retinoids or other products that have left your skin unusually sensitized

If you're unsure, don't worry. We'll assess your skin during your consultation and recommend the treatment that's best for you.

How often should I have dermaplaning?

Most guests enjoy dermaplaning every three to four weeks, allowing time for the skin's natural renewal cycle. Your esthetician may recommend a different schedule based on your skin goals and seasonal needs.

Is there any downtime?

One of the benefits of dermaplaning is that there is little to no downtime. Your skin may appear slightly pink immediately after treatment, but this typically fades quickly. We recommend wearing SPF daily and following the personalized home-care advice provided by your esthetician.

Why is dermaplaning part of the Elevated Facial rather than offered as a standalone service?

Because we believe healthy skin responds best when treatments are part of a thoughtful, whole-skin approach. Rather than simply exfoliating, we prepare, nourish, and replenish the skin before and after dermaplaning using botanical skincare, intentional touch, and customized care. The result is an experience that supports both visible skin health and overall well-being.

For the Ones Who Nurture Everyone Else

Mother’s Day is more than brunch reservations and a thoughtful card.

For some, that’s enough.
For many, it’s more complicated than that.

Without always naming it directly, this time of year can bring up grief, longing, pressure, change, or the quiet weight of caring for everyone else first.

At The Fifth Om, our intention this Mother’s Day is to honor all nurturers — especially the ones who rarely receive nurturance themselves.

If you’ve read this far, that may be you.

Integrative massage moment at The fifth om spa

Maybe you are the person everyone leans on.
Maybe you hold space for others every day: children, partners, friends, students, neighbors, clients, parents.

That kind of care matters.

And it isn’t limited by gender or parenthood. Some of the most nurturing people are simply the ones who notice when someone else is struggling before anyone says a word.

We think about this every May because we see it every day inside our spa. Every person who walks through our doors carries a different story.

We see the ones who carry others.

That kind of presence is beautiful. But it also requires restoration.

You won’t hear us say you “deserve to be pampered.” That language has never reflected what The Fifth Om is about.

What we do believe is this: the body needs care too. The nervous system needs support. Rest is not indulgent, it is necessary.

Here’s what we recommend when words feel unnecessary and your body simply needs care:

Heat helps.
Thirty quiet minutes in the infrared sauna. No notifications. No conversations. No one asking anything from you. Sometimes that kind of stillness is the treatment.

Touch helps.
Integrative massage and intentional bodywork that allow your body to soften, reset, and reconnect. Every practitioner at The Fifth Om brings a deeply intuitive and individualized approach to care.

Skincare helps.
An hour where someone pays close attention to you while you release the responsibility of paying attention to everything else. Thoughtful touch, restorative skincare, and botanical products that engage the senses in all the right ways.

The sequence matters.
But the deeper shift often happens the moment you give yourself permission to rest.

This May, we are holding space for nurturers in all forms.

For the ones celebrating.
For the ones grieving.
For the ones showing up for brunch.
For the ones quietly carrying more than anyone realizes.

And for the ones who need nurturance too.

We’re here when you’re ready.

Book your massage, facial, infrared sauna session, or holistic wellness treatment at thefifthom.com