Precise Face Detection
AI optimized specifically for facial and head extraction.
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Face Cutout
Precise face and head extraction for compositing.
Extract the face or head from a portrait photo with precise AI edge detection. Clean transparent PNG output with accurate hair and skin edges.
Free to try. No credit card required for any tool.
~15s
Avg. Processing Time
PNG
Output Format
20MB
Max File Size
1
Credits
Phlegethon's Face Cutout tool specializes in extracting faces and heads from portrait photos. Unlike general background removal, it's optimized specifically for facial extraction — handling complex hair edges, skin tones, and facial features with higher precision. The result is a clean transparent PNG ready for compositing, ID photo creation, or other uses.
Features
Clean Hair Edges
Accurate edge detection including fine hair strands.
Transparent Background
Clean PNG output with transparent background.
Preserves Facial Detail
Face and skin details preserved at full quality.
Compositing Ready
Output is ready for use in any compositing workflow.
Fast Processing
Completes in under 15 seconds.
Use cases
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ID Photo Creation
Extract face for use with the ID Photo tool.
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Portrait Compositing
Cut out faces for use in composite images.
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Content Creation
Extract faces for use in custom content compositions.
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Profile Photos
Create clean profile photo cutouts for professional use.
How it works
01
Upload Portrait
Upload a JPG, PNG, or WebP up to 20MB with a clear face visible.
02
Process
The engine extracts the face in ~15 seconds.
03
Download Cutout
Download your clean face cutout as a transparent PNG.
04
Use for Compositing
Use the cutout in your compositing workflow or with other Phlegethon tools.
Phlegethon Face Cutout vs. Manual Masking in Photoshop
| Feature | Phlegethon | Photoshop |
|---|---|---|
| Hair edge accuracy | AI-optimized, precise | Manual Select & Mask required |
| Time per image | ~15 seconds | 15–45 minutes manual work |
| Skill required | None | Advanced Photoshop skills |
| Consistency | Consistent AI results | Varies by operator skill |
| Bypass-ready output | Yes — forge pipeline integrated | No bypass capability |
| Cost | free to try (~) | Photoshop subscription required |
FAQ
How is this different from Background Removal?
Face Cutout is optimized specifically for facial extraction — it handles hair edges and skin tones with higher precision than general background removal.
Does it work on group photos?
It works best on single-subject portraits. Group photos may extract all faces or just the most prominent one.
What if the hair edges aren't clean?
For very complex hair (curly, flyaways), some edge imperfections may remain. Use Photo Enhancement first to improve source quality.
Can I use this with the ID Photo tool?
Yes. Face Cutout is a great preparation step for ID Photo, especially if the original image has a complex background.
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