If you have thick hair or a hair color that's not naturally light blonde, then you probably have had close encounters with peach fuzz — aka the teeny hairs that linger on your upper lip, cheeks, and other areas of your face. While you could just leave your peach fuzz and rock it, you might prefer a smoother feel.
And sure, there’s at-home waxing, tweezing, and even bleaching, but those hair removal methods are painful and time-consuming. At-home dermaplaning, on the other hand, will soon become your new favorite way to eliminate unwanted facial hair.
Beyond rounding up our editor-approved, at-home dermaplaning devices, we spoke with an esthetician who shared plenty of reasons why you should be dermaplaning. She also debunked what’s arguably the most common myth about hair removal: Does it cause your hair to grow back darker and thicker? Read on for her expertise, and to learn about our all-time favorite at-home dermaplaning tools.
Dermaplaning boasts some serious skincare benefits beyond eliminating pesky peach fuzz. This method, typically performed by an esthetician or a dermatologist, uses a surgical blade to scrape away dead surface cells and vellus hair. Think of it as a supercharged form of exfoliation.
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Dermaplaning can promote cell turnover and collagen production, soften the appearance of fine lines, improve hyperpigmentation and texture, increase hydration, and allow for increased penetration of skincare products. Plus, it allows your makeup to sit better on your skin.
Also, at-home dermaplaning can be used in conjunction with regular chemical peels or facials to enhance the effectiveness of each. It also works as a standalone treatment, and should be done around once a month.
Eliana Restrepo, co-founder and esthetician of the spa JE’DERM Skin Atelier, assured us that shaving the face like this will not make your hair grow back thicker or darker, contrary to popular belief. “We cannot change the structure of our follicle by shaving off the hair from the surface of the skin,” she said. “Your hair will grow back the same way, and at the same speed.”
With endless benefits and no downtime needed, we recommend booking a dermaplaning treatment the next time you hit the spa for that monthly facial. But if that's not in your budget, have no fear. We've tested the best at-home dermaplaning devices that'll work for your needs (and wallet).
How We Chose
Our former beauty editor, Jennifer Hussein, is the first to admit that it takes a lot of time to remove her unwanted facial hair. To help you shop only the best at-home dermaplaning devices, she personally tested each and every one of these tools. During her testing process, Hussein considered factors like how close of a shave they offer, how smooth they feel against her skin, and if she can safely use them without causing nicks or irritation. All 10 of these readily available products earned her approval. Even better? Many of her recommendations cost less than a latte at your local coffee shop, and they received plenty of rave reviews on reader favorite sites like Amazon, Ulta, Walmart, and more.
We love the Stacked Skincare Dermaplaning Tool because it keeps safety in mind. Designed with patented safety features that offer maximum blade surface contact while safeguarding your face from injury, you can scrape off dead skin and peach fuzz without worry.
Brighten your complexion with help from Tweezerman's effective dermaplaning tool. The Dermaplaner offers a simplified way to shave your skin, complete with easy removal and installation of new blades within the tool. It’s a lightweight option with stainless blades and an ergonomic handle that will feel comfortable in your hands.
You can't go wrong with Schick when it comes to razors. We love these Touch-Up Razors, as you can use them either for dermaplaning or to quickly shape up your brows or any other spots you might have missed on your body. This tiny at-home dermplaning tool will leave your face noticeably smooth and bump-free.
Flawless by Finishing Touch offers many stellar hair-remover tools, including one of the brand's latest, the Dermaplane GLO. This one is manufactured with Japanese steel and wrapped in an ultra fine safety guard to ensure safe and effortless exfoliation.
True to its name, the Dermaplane GLO features a unique LED light for clear viewing during the dermaplaning process.
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Best Dermaplaning Kit
Sonicsmooth Sonic Dermaplaning & Exfoliation System
Michael Todd's Sonicsmooth kit harnesses the complexion-enhancing properties of sonic technology to remove unwanted facial hair, all while helping to improve rough skin texture, enlarged pores, fine lines, and dullness.
This at-home dermaplaning tool also arrives complete with a charcoal-infused pre-treatment cleanser and after-treatment gel to ensure that your skin always stays protected and glowing.
While the DERMAFLASH is on the pricier side, it's one of our favorites for quick and safe at-home dermaplaning. Each electronic device comes paired with a cleanser, moisturizer, and extra razor cartridges.
Featuring two speeds — gentle or invigorating — the tool is designed to gently glide along the surface of the face to remove unwanted hair and dead skin cells.
How many times have you found a stray hair smack-dab in the middle of your face, but were already too far away from your bedroom tweezer?
If this has happened to you one too many times, then grab this three-pack to tackle hair situations while you’re on the go. The flamingo-style heads fold into themselves, keeping them safe and sanitary for when you're digging around for them in your cosmetic bag.
If you want to try dermaplaning on a budget, this multipack of Tinkle Razors will give you the best bang for your buck. They will work on the entire face just like others on our list, but the convenient shape and size of these razors also make them a perfect option if you need to touch up (or completely reshape) your eyebrows.
Looking just to trim pesky hairs? If you don't want a close shave, then this battery-powered trimmer is perfect: It has a slender razor head for getting close, but also comes with safety heads to keep your lips, eyebrows, chin, and entire face safe from nicks and cuts. Plus, it has a dusting brush that'll keep your razor clean after every use.
We love the chic look of these dermaplaning tools from Japonesque!
This trio of razors features a comfortable handle, making them very easy to use. Plus, they're crafted with a short stainless steel blade to help shape your brows for perfect arches ... no matter where you're headed.
Nicole SaundersBeauty EditorNicole Saunders is the Beauty Editor at BestProducts.com, where she oversees coverage on all things beauty.
Jennifer HusseinBeauty EditorJennifer is the Beauty Editor for BestProducts.com, where she’s testing out everything from the latest lip gloss to the craziest skincare trend sweeping the online beauty-verse.
Katie McBroomBeauty EditorKatie McBroom is an award-winning content creator and beauty/grooming expert.
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