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How Do I Remove Hair From Head in Photoshop?

Last updated on January 24, 2023 @ 2:45 pm

Photoshop is a great tool for editing images and removing unwanted objects, including hair. There are a few different ways to remove hair in Photoshop, depending on the size and shape of the area you want to remove.

Method 1: Use the Clone Stamp Tool

The Clone Stamp tool is a great option for removing small areas of hair. To use the Clone Stamp tool:

PRO TIP: If you are not familiar with Photoshop, it is best to avoid using this method to remove hair from your head. This could result in a very bad hair day.
  • Open the image in Photoshop.
  • Select the Clone Stamp tool from the toolbar (it looks like a rubber stamp).
  • Click on an area of the image that you want to use as a source for cloning.
  • Hold down the Option key (Mac) or Alt key (PC) and click on another area of the image to clone.
  • Release the Option/Alt key and click and drag over the area of hair you want to remove. The cloned pixels will cover up the hair.

Method 2: Use the Spot Healing Brush Tool

The Spot Healing Brush Tool is another great option for removing small areas of hair. It works similarly to the Clone Stamp tool, but is often quicker and easier to use. To use the Spot Healing Brush Tool:

  1. Select the Spot Healing Brush Tool from the Tools panel.
  2. Choose the brush size that best fits the area you want to edit.
  3. Click and drag the brush over the area of unwanted hair.
  4. The Spot Healing Brush Tool will automatically blend and replace the area with pixels from the surrounding area.
  5. If the result is not satisfactory, adjust the brush size, or use a Clone Stamp Tool instead.
  6. When you are happy with the result, save your image.

If you need to remove larger areas of hair, or if the hair is in a difficult-to-reach place, you can use the Pen Tool. The Pen Tool allows you to draw custom selections with greater precision than other selection tools. To use the Pen Tool:

  1. Select the Pen Tool from the toolbar and decide which type of selection you want to make. Options include lasso, polygonal, and magnetic lasso.
  2. Use the Pen Tool to trace the area you want to select. As you trace, the tool will create a line that you can adjust with the anchor points.
  3. When you finish tracing the area, click within the selection to close the line.
  4. Select the Refine Edge tool from the toolbar. This will allow you to further adjust the selection, either by increasing or decreasing the area or by feathering the edges for a smoother look.
  5. When you’re satisfied with the selection, click the OK button to confirm it. The selection will be applied to the area.
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