Glamour contributor Mary Honkus seconds Pauly’s recommendation. “My peach fuzz can get really annoying. I know no one else notices it, but it bothers me and I know it’s time to grab my trusty dermaplaner when my makeup starts looking patchy,” she says. The Flamingo tool feels—and looks—luxe without the high-end price tag. I like how weighty it is, and the non-slip grip is a nice touch. I’m able to shave away all the fuzzies, and exfoliate in the process—and it takes less than five minutes.”
Best Electric Face Shaver: Dermaflash Luxe+ Advanced Sonic Dermaplaning
- Pros: Gives a super-close shave; easy to use; effective exfoliant, cute packaging
- Cons: Expensive; blades not recommended for multiple uses
I’ve had my eye on this electric dermaplaner for a while now, and my interest was further piqued when Abeyta called the tool “a foolproof way to remove excess hair without fear of nicking the skin.” After several weeks of testing, it’s a new staple in my routine. The Dermaflash Luxe+ comes with a charging cord, a light exfoliating gel for skin prep, and four blades. It has two levels of intensity that you can switch between with the press of a button. I have sensitive skin, so I stuck to the most gentle mode. Each time I used it, I was amazed by how soft, smooth, and, most importantly, hair-free my skin was. I realized I preferred using an electric trimmer over a manual tool because there’s less risk of nicking myself. Used with the included prep or another light moisturizer, the blade glides, not drags, across my skin for fuzz-free results every time. My complexion is glowing, my makeup isn’t cakey, and most importantly, I don’t have to worry about the hair on my cheeks, chin, or upper lip.
There’s just one issue—the brand recommends swapping the blade each time you shave. The refill kit is $29 for a four-week supply or $87 for twelve weeks. To avoid repurchasing a refill kit, I’ve been going against the brand’s instructions by carefully cleansing used blades with an alcohol wipe—so far, they’ve still worked well and I haven’t had any irritation.
Best Facial Hair Removal for Upper Lip: Finishing Touch Flawless Painless Hair Remover
- Pros: Discreet, travel-friendly, allows for precision
- Cons: Some reviewers find the blades and storage compartment difficult to clean
This battery-powered electric trimmer removes hair, dead skin cells, and peach fuzz quickly and without pain. “The hand piece is tiny, so it gets in tiny spaces, like the nose, ears, and around the brows,” says Abeyta. It also has an LED light to allow you to quickly spot stray hairs in more discreet areas, as well as a storage compartment at the bottom for all of the hairs.
Glamour commerce editor Alanna Martine Kilkeary is a longtime fan of this electric razor. “I’ve been using this hair remover for years now, and no matter what other device I try, I always go back to this one,” she says. “It’s completely painless, easy to use, and totally ergonomic, making it easy to get into any crevices like around the nose and upper lip. It takes no time at all, and I always use it to buzz off any peach fuzz before makeup application—it leaves my skin soft, velvety, and never irritated.”
Best Tweezers: Tweezerman Slant Tweezers
- Pros: Effective, precise, and easy to use
- Cons: Takes a bit of practice; hold these at a slight angle for best results
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