Overview
Facials, dermaplaning, and JetPeel are three of the most consistently requested skin treatments at medspas in Colorado Springs. They are often grouped together as surface skin treatments, and yet they do meaningfully different things. Someone who books dermaplaning when they actually need a JetPeel is going to have a different experience from what they were hoping for, not because either treatment is bad, but because they serve different purposes.
Understanding what each one actually does, who it is best suited for, and how they work together is what allows someone to walk into a consultation and get the right treatment for their skin rather than just the most popular one.
At Simply MedSpa in Colorado Springs, all three treatments are available, and the consultation process is designed to figure out which one or which combination actually fits your skin before anything is booked.
Facials: What a MedSpa Facial Does That a Salon Facial Does Not
The word facial covers an enormous range of treatments. A basic hydrating facial at a beauty salon and a medical-grade facial at a medspa are fundamentally different experiences in terms of what they actually do to the skin.
Medspa facials use clinical-grade active ingredients at concentrations that are not available in standard salon products. The protocols are more targeted, the products penetrate more effectively, and the result is measurably better for skin that needs more than basic cleansing and hydration.
At Simply MedSpa, the facial menu includes customized treatment protocols built around what the skin actually needs rather than a standard menu option applied to every client. Specific concerns like congestion, dehydration, sensitivity, or early aging are addressed through different formulations and techniques within the facial itself.
Facials suit almost everyone as a starting point or maintenance treatment. For skin that is new to aesthetic treatment, a facial gives the provider a thorough look at how the skin behaves and responds before anything more targeted is introduced.
Colorado Springs sits at high altitude with significant UV exposure year-round. The combination of thin air, low humidity, and intense sun creates a specific pattern of skin stress that regular facials address particularly well by maintaining the skin barrier and hydration levels that the environment constantly challenges.
Dermaplaning: What It Actually Does and Who It Is For
Dermaplaning is a manual exfoliation treatment that uses a sterile surgical scalpel to remove the outermost layer of dead skin cells and vellus hair, the fine peach fuzz that covers the face. The blade is held at a specific angle and moved in short strokes across the skin surface.
The immediate result is noticeably smoother skin. The vellus hair that catches light and can give the skin a dull appearance is removed. Dead skin cells that have been sitting on the surface are cleared away. Makeup goes on differently, skin looks brighter, and the texture feels genuinely different.
Dermaplaning at Simply MedSpa is suited for people dealing with dull or rough skin texture, those who want better product penetration from their skincare, and anyone who finds that their skin looks flat or tired in a way that deeper treatments have not addressed.
A common concern is that vellus hair will grow back thicker or darker after dermaplaning. It does not. Vellus hair has no pigment and no structural change from being removed with a blade. It grows back with the same texture and colour as before. This is a persistent myth rather than a clinical reality.
Dermaplaning is not appropriate for active acne. Working a blade across inflamed breakouts spreads bacteria and worsens the situation. For skin with active acne, a facial or JetPeel without the dermaplaning component is a better starting point.
JetPeel: What It Does That Neither Facials nor Dermaplaning Can
JetPeel is a technology-based skin treatment that uses a high-velocity jet stream of air and liquid micro-droplets to exfoliate, cleanse, and infuse serums into the skin simultaneously. No needles, no blades, no downtime. The pressurized jet penetrates the skin layers more deeply than topical application allows, delivering active ingredients where they can actually produce a visible effect.
JetPeel at Simply MedSpa targets a wide range of concerns, including acne-prone skin, congested pores, dehydration, and early signs of aging. Because it is non-invasive and extremely gentle, it suits sensitive and rosacea-prone skin that cannot tolerate more aggressive treatments.
The key difference from a facial or dermaplaning is the delivery mechanism. The pressurized jet creates a physical pathway for serums to penetrate significantly deeper than they would if sitting on the skin surface or being massaged manually. Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, peptides, and other active ingredients reach a depth where they produce a genuinely different result.
Most clients notice improved hydration, texture, and skin clarity after a single JetPeel session. For ongoing correction of specific concerns like acne or aging, a series of 3 to 6 sessions spaced a few weeks apart produces the most comprehensive results.
Which One Should You Book First?
The honest answer depends on what your skin is actually dealing with.
If your skin is generally healthy but looks dull, tired, or feels rough in texture, dermaplaning is a strong starting point. The immediate visible improvement in smoothness and brightness is one of the most satisfying single-session results available.
If your skin is congested, prone to breakouts, or feels dehydrated in a way that standard moisturizers do not address, JetPeel targets those concerns more directly than a standard facial and is gentler than most clinical treatments.
If you are new to aesthetic skin treatment and want a thorough assessment alongside a treatment that improves overall skin condition, a customized facial gives the provider the best opportunity to understand what your skin needs before recommending anything more specific.
If you are looking to maintain results from more intensive treatments like RF microneedling or chemical peels, any of the three can work as maintenance depending on your skin’s current state.
Many clients at Simply MedSpa combine dermaplaning with a facial or JetPeel in the same session. Dermaplaning first removes the surface barrier and vellus hair, then the facial or JetPeel delivers active ingredients into cleaner, clearer skin where absorption is significantly better. The combination produces noticeably better results than either alone.
How Do These Treatments Fit Into a Bigger Skin Plan?
Surface treatments are most effective when they are part of a consistent routine rather than occasional one-off appointments. Monthly dermaplaning or JetPeel sessions maintain the skin in a condition where it responds better to everything else you are doing, from your home skincare to more intensive clinical treatments.
The Simply MedSpa membership programme is built around making this kind of consistent treatment plan financially realistic. Regular surface treatments as part of a membership alongside access to more intensive options when needed is how most clients at Simply MedSpa maintain results over time.
Conclusion
Facials, dermaplaning, and JetPeel each do something specific and valuable for the skin. They are not interchangeable, and choosing between them should be based on what your skin actually needs rather than what is most popular or most affordable. A free consultation at Simply MedSpa in Colorado Springs is the most efficient way to figure out which one or which combination is the right starting point for your skin specifically.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can dermaplaning, facials, and JetPeel be combined in one appointment at Simply MedSpa?
Yes. Dermaplaning is commonly combined with a facial or JetPeel in the same session. Removing the surface barrier with dermaplaning first allows active ingredients to penetrate more effectively during the subsequent treatment.
Q. How often should I get dermaplaning in Colorado Springs?
Every 3 to 4 weeks is typical. This aligns with the natural skin cell turnover cycle and ensures you are treating fresh skin rather than repeating treatment too soon.
Q. Is JetPeel suitable for sensitive skin in Colorado Springs?
Yes. JetPeel is one of the most gentle skin treatments available and is specifically suited for sensitive, reactive, or rosacea-prone skin that cannot tolerate more aggressive options.
Q. Will dermaplaning make my facial hair grow back thicker?
No. Vellus hair has no pigment and does not change in texture or colour from being removed with a blade. This is a persistent myth with no clinical basis. Hair grows back exactly as it was before.
Q. How do I book a facial, dermaplaning, or JetPeel appointment at Simply MedSpa Colorado Springs?
Book online at Simply MedSpa’s website at simplymedspa.com or call the clinic at 719-433-7700. The clinic is located at 1155 Kelly Johnson Blvd, Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80920.