AP415 Skin Rejuvenation using Dermaplaning (F/650/3429) Assignment Brief 2026

When awarded credit for this unit, a learner will:

Assessment of this learning outcome will require a learner to demonstrate that they can:

1.2 Discuss and identify the client’s objectives, skin concerns, expectations and desired outcomes, including alternative treatments, skin type and skin priming programme

1.3 Confirm and agree with the client, they understand the proposed dermaplaning procedure including expected outcomes, possible contra-actions and adverse reactions

1.4 Gain and record informed consent for the dermaplaning procedure, allowing an adequate ‘cooling off’ period

2.2 Prepare the client’s treatment area and in line with the dermaplaning protocol

2.3 Prepare and use the dermaplaning tool following manufacturer’s instructions and treatment protocol

2.4 Manually support the skin and adapt the dermaplaning technique to ensure even removal of superficial matter over the treatment area

2.5 Monitor the client’s health, wellbeing and skin reaction throughout, taking action in the event of an adverse reaction

3.2 Complete the client’s treatment records and consensual visual media, record and store in accordance with data legislation, organisational and insurance requirements

3.3 Use reflective practice to evaluate the dermaplaning procedure and take appropriate action

3.4 Provide and obtain confirmation of receipt of verbal and written instructions and aftercare advice given to the client

3.5 Record the outcome and evaluation of the dermaplaning procedure, discuss, and agree future procedures

4.2 Evaluate why practitioners must work within their limits, ethical, and sustainable best practice and legal requirements

4.3 Explain the importance of CPD to include up-to-date policies, procedures, and best practice

4.4 Justify the importance of establishing the client’s expectations and the use of visual aids in this process

4.5 Discuss the importance of explaining fee structures and treatment options, including the legal requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the procedure

4.6 Describe the possible complementary procedures associated with dermaplaning and the risks involved

4.7 Explain the types of hygiene products for the skin and the importance of following manufacturer’s instructions

4.8 Justify the reasons for taking consensual media and the legal requirements for completing client records, including organisational requirements for storage

4.9 Explain the importance of comparing the expected outcomes to the recorded outcomes, including the purpose of reflective practice to inform future procedures

4.10 Explain how to summarise, collate, record, and analyse evaluation feedback

4.11 Describe the instructions and advice, pre and post the dermaplaning procedure

5.2 Explain the chronological skin ageing process and the relationship to intrinsic and extrinsic factors

5.3 Describe the pH scale and its relevance to skin sensitivity

5.4 Explain the effect of dermaplaning on skin’s barrier function including its resulting photosensitivity

5.5 Explain the role of advising the use of aftercare products to protect the skin and enhance healing

6.2 Describe the importance of the various types of skin priming programmes and its relevance to the success of the dermaplaning procedure

6.3 Explain the importance of adhering to the dermaplaning treatment protocol

6.4 Justify following manufacturer’s instructions and legislation regarding the storage, handling, usage and disposal of dermaplaning equipment and single use sterile blades

6.5 Describe the risks associated with dermaplaning and how to manage them including the use of sterile gauze and sterile solution, potential injuries, treatment area suitability, skin classification and skin healing capacity

6.6 Describe how to prepare the equipment and load the dermaplaning blade aseptically

6.7 Explain the importance to manually support the skin and how and why to angle the blade to achieve effective results

6.8 Explain the reasons for working systematically to cover the client’s treatment area

6.9 Explain the importance of monitoring client’s well-being throughout dermaplaning including associated adverse reactions and how to respond