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To keep your beard — and any other hair that grows out of your face for that matter — tidy, you need a set of small grooming scissors. The problem is finding a pair that’s sharp, precise, and actually fits your fingers. If the cheap drug store scissors you grabbed on whim just aren’t cutting it anymore (pun intended), we have a few recommendations for a grooming kit that actually does its job.
What to Consider When Buying Beard Scissors
Efficacy is probably the most important factor when it comes to grooming scissors, but comfort when using them comes in a very close second — particularly for lefties or anyone with larger-than-average fingers. Here are the things to keep in mind.
Shape and Design: Some shears are rounded at the end to protect your skin from cuts, which we like for trimming delicate areas like nostrils. Scissors with pointed ends, however, are more precise when trimming beards or hard-to-reach spots.
Comfort: Basic scissors are perfectly serviceable, but we are especially fond of those with features designed to increase comfort, like rubber cushions, ergonomic design, or adjustable tension. Finger holes must also be large enough to grasp easily and placed at an optimal distance from the end for ease-of-use.
Materials and Construction: The quality of the steel as well as the method of construction plays a big part in the sharpness of the shear blades. Poorly constructed or dull scissors will pull at the hair without cutting and tend to fall apart easily.
