The essential, no-fluff guide to stocking your dermaplaning room with professional-quality tools that deliver consistent, safe results.
As an esthetician and educator who has trained thousands of professionals over the past 22 years, I can tell you this with confidence:
Great dermaplaning results do not come from having the most supplies — they come from having the right supplies.
The industry is crowded with kits, unnecessary gadgets, and overpriced tools that don’t improve technique or outcomes. This guide breaks down exactly what estheticians need (and what you can skip), so your treatment room stays streamlined, efficient, and profitable.
What Supplies Do You Really Need for Professional Dermaplaning?
Below is the must-have equipment list every esthetician should keep stocked in their treatment room.
1. Professional Dermaplaning Blades (Your Most Important Tool)
If you invest in anything, invest in your blades. Quality, consistency, and proper sharpness determine:
- Smooth exfoliation
- Safe, controlled strokes
- Reduced risk of micro-cuts
- Better product absorption
The Two Blades Every Esthetician Should Know
#10R (Butter Blade)
- Rounded tip for safety
- Ideal for beginners & sensitive skin
- Excellent for curved areas
#14 Surgical Blade
- Slimmer, sharper profile
- Excellent for advanced estheticians
- Perfect for precision contouring
Want a quick, clinical comparison? Download my FREE Dermaplaning Blade Comparison Chart:
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Also see: Dermaplaning Blade Types Guide
2. Dermaplaning Scalpel Handle
Your handle determines:
- Control
- Stability
- Comfort
- Technique consistency
The #3 stainless steel handle is the industry standard. It’s durable, precise, and compatible with both #10R and #14 blades.
3. Pre-Treatment Prep Supplies
Proper prep ensures safe, smooth results and helps prevent nicks and irritation.
You need:
- 70% alcohol prep pads
- Lint-free gauze
- Nitrile gloves
- Headband & draping
- Oil-free facial prep solution
4. Post-Treatment Skincare Essentials
Professional dermaplaning always includes proper aftercare.
You need:
- Hyaluronic acid serum
- Peptide or barrier-repair serum
- Non-SPF professional moisturizer
- Broad-spectrum SPF 30+
- Enzyme mask (optional, but highly recommended)
5. Sanitation & Safety Products
OSHA-compliant sanitation is non-negotiable.
Your essentials:
- Sharps container
- Hospital-grade disinfectant
- Medical-grade gloves
- Blade removers
- Disposable applicators
If OSHA ever audits a spa, these are the first items they check.
Also read: Dermaplaning FAQs for Estheticians: Expert Answers from the Treatment Room
What You Don’t Need (Save Your Money, Esthetician Edition)
I’ve tested hundreds of tools. Here are the things you can skip:
- Electric or vibrating dermaplaning devices
- “Dermaplaning pens” marketed as professional
- LED razors claiming to replace blades
- Fancy handle covers
- Overpriced “starter kits” with filler products
These items don’t improve results — and some actually reduce control and increase safety risks.
Stick with clinical-grade, proven professional supplies.
The Ultimate Dermaplaning Equipment List (Copy/Paste for Your Treatment Room)
Required:
- #10R blades
- #14 blades
- #3 metal scalpel handle
- 70% isopropyl prep pads
- Lint-free gauze
- Nitrile gloves
- Sharps container
- Professional serums (HA, peptides)
- Oil-free cleanser
- SPF 30+
- Blade removal box
Optional but Recommended:
- Enzyme mask
- Hydrojelly mask
- Fan brush
- LED light (post-treatment only)
Free Tool for Estheticians: Dermaplaning Blade Comparison Chart
Choosing the right blade = better results, safer treatments, and more confident technique.
Grab your FREE Dermaplaning Blade Comparison Chart here:
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Want to Improve Your Technique? Enroll in a Dermaplaning Course
Dermaplaning Mastery Class
Perfect for beginners or estheticians wanting to refresh technique.
Advanced Dermaplaning Techniques Class
Ideal for estheticians ready to level up precision and advanced maneuvers.
Dermaplaning with Chemical Peels Class
For estheticians wanting to safely combine exfoliation with clinical peel protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the best dermaplaning supplies for estheticians?
The best dermaplaning supplies include #10R or #14 blades, a #3 scalpel handle, alcohol prep pads, gauze, nitrile gloves, professional serums, and a sharps container.
2. What blades do professionals use for dermaplaning?
Professional estheticians typically use #10R (butter blade) and #14 surgical blades for safe, controlled dermaplaning treatments.
3. Do I need a full dermaplaning starter kit?
You can purchase a starter kit, but many contain unnecessary items. A professional dermaplaning setup only requires a few high-quality essentials.
4. Can I use electric dermaplaning devices?
Electric dermaplaning devices are not professional-grade and do not provide the same level of exfoliation, precision, or safety as manual surgical blades.