Dermaplaning Tools Exfoliate Your Skin and Help Your Skincare Products Work Harder — the Best We Tested Start at Just $5

Earning a perfect score in ease-of-use, post-treatment skin results, and overall performance, the Tweezerman Facial Razor passed our tests with flying colors. Our testers loved how easily it maneuvered around their faces.

While it is an incredibly sharp razor (beginners beware), the blade seamlessly glided over our tester’s face, removing dead skin painlessly and leaving her skin smooth to the touch. As someone with sensitive and acne-prone skin, our tester appreciated that this razor didn’t cause any discomfort or irritation, though she did note some redness on the untouched side of her face after use.

The Tweezerman razor is compact, made with a durable and rust-resistant stainless steel blade, and is affordably priced. We love this razor for regular facial touch-ups, which should happen every four to six weeks, according to skin experts.

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Safety cap for storage | Uses: Removes peach fuzz, dead skin | Replacement Blades Included: Yes

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  5/5

• Performance

  4.5/5

• Skin Post Treatment

  4/5

Our tester compared this dermaplaning tool to a pocket knife because it folds up when you’re not using it to keep the blade concealed. As a dermaplaning newbie, they were a little nervous but appreciated how strong the grip was. Made from lightweight plastic, this tool is designed with a shape that’s easy to hold in your hand.

Our tester observed some redness after treatment in their jawbone area but was pleasantly surprised with how easily this tool maneuvered over her acne scars. The blade is also slightly duller than others on our list, so while it helps with safety, it also might take a few more passes across your face, which could contribute to post-treatment redness. That being said, it creates a smooth texture on your skin, comes with two additional razors, and sells at an affordable price.

Blade Material: N/A | Safety Features: Collapsible safety handle | Uses: Removes dead skin and peach fuzz, brow shaping | Replacement Blades Included: Yes

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  4/5

• Effectiveness

  5/5

• Skin Look & Feel

  4.5/5

Bring the spa home to you with the Dermaflash Luxe Device. Though it certainly isn’t a budget-friendly option, the results are worth the investment. This set comes with the tool and two skin products: a pre-treatment cleanser and a post-treatment moisturizer. The tool uses proprietary sonic technology to safely and gently remove peach fuzz by quickly vibrating to get as close to the root as possible. And if you’re worried about nicks, it comes with a “Microfine Edge” to guard and protect the skin.

One tester loved the thickness of this rechargeable machine and said it was comfortable and easy to grip while swiping. Their skin felt the “softest it’s ever been” after using this tool, and that was before applying the moisturizer. Another tester loved how smooth this tool made their skin feel, and though they did notice a slight redness after use, the result was glowing.

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Blade is concealed when not in use | Uses: Removes peach fuzz, dead skin, smooths skin texture | Replacement Blades Included: Yes

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  5/5

• Performance

  5/5

• Skin Post Treatment

  5/5

Beloved for its feel and ergonomic design, this razor has a little finger divot on the side, which makes it perfect for gripping. Our tester dermaplaned their left cheek, chin, and the side of their forehead and boasted about how easy and effective this razor was to use. “It left my skin with a smooth, glowing finish,” our tester said, adding how much of a feat that is due to their sensitive skin.

Though this razor is very sharp, it never irritated our tester’s skin, even on dry patches. The sharpness also allows for a closer shave, which makes this razor ideal for removing peach fuzz and other fine hair.

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Safety covers | Uses: Removes peach fuzz | Replacement Blades Included: Yes

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  4.2/5

• Effectiveness

  4.3/5

• Skin Look & Feel

  5/5

If your brows need a little grooming, this eyebrow razor can trim them into shape in no time. One tester loved this razor’s ability to remove the peach fuzz on their face but noticed more of a textural change than a visual one. Specifically, they were pleased with how well it shaped their brows’ arches. Despite the poor instructions, there wasn’t much to dislike. “I would buy this and use it again in a heartbeat,” our tester said.

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Plastic cap for storage | Uses: Removes peach fuzz and dead skin, exfoliates | Replacement Blades Included: Yes

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  5/5

• Performance

  5/5

• Skin Post Treatment

  4.5/5

A beauty tool should be functional and well-designed, and this pick from Stacked Skincare meets both criteria. “This product is pretty lightweight but easy to hold and position along the face,” said one of our testers. They used the tool along the right side of their face — forehead, cheek, and chin.

Showing immediate results, it was effective as an exfoliation and hair removal tool, though it did cause some redness and irritation. There is also a plastic tip at the top of the blade to prevent stray nicks (a bonus for users of all levels). Though functional, it was the tool’s appearance that ultimately won over our testers.

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Comfort handle, snap design for easy blade replacement, plastic safety tip | Uses: Exfoliation, hair removal | Replacement Blades Included: No

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  5/5

• Performance

  4/5

• Skin Post Treatment

  3/5

If you want to give dermaplaning a try, this is a great tool to start with. According to our tester, the Skinny Confidential razor is comfortable to hold and easy to use. The small and thin tool comes with refillable blades, so you can swap them out when the blade starts to dull.

The tester did note that the razor has a slightly jagged edge, which caused mild irritation on their dry and dehydrated skin. That being said, the device is probably best suited for normal to oily skin types. They said they would recommend this tool for first-timers because the blade isn’t as sharp as other options.

It includes safety features like a plastic storage case and a finger divot for better control. That said, you should still be cautious when using it — our tester noted they nicked their face slightly when moving the tool too quickly.

Blade Material: N/A | Safety Features: Plastic case, finger divot for control | Uses: Removes peach fuzz, smooths skin texture | Replacement Blades Included: Yes

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  4/5

• Performance

  4/5

• Skin Post Treatment

  4/5

This razor is most friendly to those experienced in dermaplaning. Given the angle and sharpness of the blade, our team thinks this razor is perfect for eyebrows and smaller areas of the face like the chin or upper lip.

The base of the razor is made from a biodegradable material, so it’s encouraged to detach the blade from the base in order to recycle the majority of the tool. This particular set comes with six tools, so when you’ve used one up, you have five more in stock before needing to buy more.

Our tester was pleased with the overall performance and said that although it created a touch of redness along their jawline, this tool removed all their peach fuzz and hair.

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Protective cover, anti-slip grip | Uses: Exfoliation, hair removal | Replacement Blades Included: No

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  4/5

• Performance

  4/5

• Skin Post Treatment

  4/5

This dermaplaning tool has a simple design that’s easy to use. Our tester felt the weight of the blade (which is mostly covered for safety) created a sense of control when moving across the skin. Plus, it was user-friendly from the start. The design is actually geared towards dry and aging skin, which makes this option a good choice for those with mature skin.

However, they noted that since they have small hands, the wand felt rather bulky, and the blade’s length made it tricky to use across the cheekbones. The long blade is designed to create a close exfoliation, removing any excess skin cells for a smooth surface (so it might work better across the smoother parts of one’s cheeks and forehead instead).

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Mostly enclosed blade, slip-free grip | Uses: Hair and peach fuzz removal, exfoliation | Replacement Blades Included: No

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  4.5/5

• Effectiveness

  4.7/5

• Skin Look & Feel

  4.8/5

Our tester used this dermaplaning tool every two to three weeks and was pleased with the results. While there was a slight learning curve, it’s very effective at removing hair and exfoliating the skin. The design includes micro-guards as a safety measure to reduce nicks and irritation, but as our tester was learning how to use the tool, they did nick themselves a few times, and there was some irritation following the treatment (even with lotion).

The trick is to use light pressure and be cautious while moving the blade in downward, repetitive strokes. Our tester was happy with the results because all of the hair was evenly removed. There was a little stubble after a few days, but it was subtle, and our tester didn’t feel the need to do the treatment again for several weeks. 

Our tester also noticed that once the peach fuzz had been removed, their moisturizer made their skin glow. The best quality was how well the tool exfoliated and the level of skin smoothness after use.

Blade Material: Not listed | Safety Features: Has micro-guards | Uses: For facial skin | Replacement Blades Included: Yes

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  5/5

• Effectiveness

  5/5

• Skin Look & Feel

  4/5

If you’re wary of using a traditional blade tool for dermaplaning, consider an electric alternative. The Gillette Venus facial hair remover was easy to use, had a long-lasting battery, and was highly effective. Our tester only had to do one pass and didn’t experience any discomfort. After the initial treatment, the tester didn’t have to use the tool again for another month.

While the design and compact size make it easy to throw in your bag for any touch-ups on the go, our tester wished the tool had more of a silicone grip for a little more traction when holding it, but admitted it was still pretty easy to hold. They only used light pressure, and the tool worked well, removing hair quickly, evenly, and without irritation. Our tester really couldn’t find any major cons with this tool, and they loved how soft their skin felt after using it.

Blade Material: Not listed | Safety Features: Thin protective foil, LED light | Uses: Facial skin | Replacement Blades Included: N/A

Our Ratings

• Ease of Use

  4.3/5

• Effectiveness

  4.5/5

• Skin Look & Feel

  5/5

Though the handle was tricky to grip because it was so short, this tool immediately went to work and quickly removed all of our tester’s peach fuzz. The tester didn’t experience any discomfort when using the razor and said their skin looked super smooth after. They also mentioned that the tool helped to remove dead skin cells and general buildup.

It took about a week for our tester’s hair to grow back, so we would suggest using this tool weekly. Given its efficiency, affordability, and quick speed, this tool received a glowing recommendation from our tester.

Blade Material: Stainless steel | Safety Features: Comes with 3 safety caps | Uses: Facial hair removal, exfoliation | Replacement Blades Included: Yes