Why 2 to 4 days, not the morning of?
Dermaplaning itself has no real downtime — skin is smoother right away and most people see no redness at all. But any skin treatment can leave a small amount of pinkness or sensitivity for a few hours in people prone to it, and a wedding morning is the wrong time to find out which kind of skin you have. Two to four days gives that window to settle while the main benefit — smoother skin, better makeup grip — is still fresh for photos.
Why a trial session first time?
If you have never had dermaplaning done, booking your very first one two days before the wedding is a gamble you don’t need to take. A trial 4 to 6 weeks out lets Christi see how your skin responds, answer your questions, and set the right pace for the weeks after — so the pre-wedding session is a repeat, not a first try.
What is a sensible schedule?
- 4–6 weeks out: trial dermaplane, if you have never had one.
- Every 4 weeks after that: Christi’s usual cadence, matched to the skin’s natural turnover cycle.
- 2–4 days before the wedding: final dermaplane.
Christi will adjust this to your actual skin at your first visit rather than apply one schedule to everyone.
What does it cost?
From the published menu at Selah:
- Dermaplane Facial (50 minutes): $75, on its own.
- Dermaplane Add-On (25 minutes): $45, added to another facial.
- Happy Peel with Dermaplane (1 hour): $135.
- Deluxe HydroFacial, includes dermaplane (1 hour 15 minutes): $220. New clients pay a $110 deposit.
Full detail on the dermaplaning page. See the wedding-week aftercare rules below before you book the final slot.
What should I avoid in wedding week?
- Skip retinoids for a few days before your final dermaplane.
- Keep heat, sun, swimming and heavy exercise off the treated area for 24 hours after — plan the session so that window closes before hair and makeup.
- Cancellations need 24 hours’ notice; less than that, or a no-show, carries a fee of 50% of the booking. Book your wedding-week slot early so you keep it.
Can I bring my bridesmaids too?
Yes — dermaplaning, facials, waxing and lash/brow work are all on the same menu, and a shared spa morning works for a small group as well as a couple. Book each person’s own slot with Christi so timing lines up with the wedding.
Stay a while.
Pick a dermaplaning option and a time that lands 2–4 days before the big day.