Tweezer quick picks
Tweezer for eyebrows: Benefit Cosmetics Grooming Tweezer and Brush
Tweezer for facial hair: Tweezerman Point Stainless Steel Tweezers
Tweezer for in-grown hairs: Sally Hansen Stray Hair Beware Needlepoint-Tip Tweezer
Tweezer kit: Tweezerman Rose Gold Petite Point and Slant Tweezer Set With Travel Case
When it comes to at-home hair removal, you have several grooming options — razors, waxing and even techy devices like IPL for permanent results — but none compare to the precision you can get from a quality pair of tweezers. They can be useful for a regular grooming routine and more. New York City-based dermatologist Dr. Kunal Malik says tweezers “precisely pull out hair for eyebrow shaping, hair removal or even splinter removal.”
It may seem like all tweezers are relatively similar, but there are specific things to consider when it comes to picking out a pair of tweezers. Dr. Hannah Kopelman, another dermatologist based in NYC, says to make sure to look for precision and quality in the construction. “Opt for stainless steel for durability and hygiene,” Kopelman adds. “Choose a tweezer that feels comfortable in your hand and has a grip that allows for controlled and precise movements.” She also recommends looking at the tips of the tweezers and making sure the tips are aligned and meet evenly and firmly when squeezed.
If you’re wondering when you should reach for the tweezers versus a razor, Sara Millecam, director of education at Beautiful Brows and Lashes, explains that tweezers are designed to pull out individual hairs, so they’re best for small jobs. “Tweezing pulls out hair by the root whilst allowing regrowth,” Millecam says. “Shaving is faster but leaves stubble behind, hence [resulting in] fast growth again.”
Erica Marie Gatt, esthetician and founder of Em Skin, shares that when it comes to plucking in private areas, tweezers would be incredibly time-consuming and impractical, especially over larger areas. “Avoid using tweezers in the pubic area, which could lead to skin irritation,” she says.
Now that you know the basics of tweezing procedure, let’s get to the experts’ recommendations for the best tweezers.
Best tweezers for eyebrows
Kopelman shares that slant-tip tweezers are ideal for brow shaping because they “offer precision and control, making it easier to follow the natural brow line and remove stray hairs.” Malik notes that this slant-tipped stainless steel tweezer is a great option.
Malik notes that these tweezers are “the go-to for eyebrows due to their versatility and precision in shaping and defining the brows.” Our beauty and fashion editor Sophie Shaw also recommends this pick as a reliable option. "Tweezerman really is the standard when it comes to quality tweezers," she says. "And you can't beat that they offer complimentary sharpening too."
Joey Healy is an editor favorite for brow products, including these tweezers. Shaw loves them because they feature a unique tip that combines slanted and pointed tips for seamless hair removal — even for those super-thin eyebrow hairs.
Best tweezers for facial and chin hair
Malik raves that this tweezer “is sharp and has tapered points made of stainless steel.” Kopelman notes that point-tip tweezers are best for chin hair as they “can easily grip and remove even the finest or shortest hairs.”
Kopelman also recommends using tweezers with a point tip to remove unwanted facial hair. The point tip can remove super-small hairs, "making them perfect for delicate areas,” she says.
Best tweezers for coarse hair
Millecam notes when plucking coarse hair, the tweezers need “a stronger grip and better leverage.” Therefore, Kopelman and Malik recommend a flat-tip tweezer, like the Revlon Expert Slant-Tip Tweezer, because they can effectively remove thick hairs.
Slant-tip tweezers are ideal for those with coarse or coily hair, as they can “grab the hair at the surface and remove it smoothly without breaking,” Kopelman says. This pair is another editor favorite that can grab stubborn hair on the brows and face.
Best tweezers for ingrown hairs
Gatt recommends using this top-rated set for ingrown hairs. The point-tip is especially helpful, as Kopelman notes that “their sharp, precise tips can dig out hairs that have grown under the skin.”
You want to make sure you’re using a sharp, point-tip tweezer for removing any fine, short or ingrown hairs. This tweezer has just that, and according to Millecam, this type of tweezer is “great at targeting stubborn hairs."
Best stainless steel tweezers
Kopelman is a fan of Rubis’ stainless steel tweezers, particularly for their “high-quality construction and lasting performance.” They are handmade and crafted with surgical-grade stainless steel alloy.
Best crab claw tweezers
Malik loves this Rubis Switzerland tweezer, which has angled, crab-claw tips that offer a stronger grip, even removing multiple hairs at once.
Best tweezer kit
We know: $225 is a lot of money for such a small tool. Shaw was introduced to this set by brow maven Kristie Streicher (KS&Co's founder), and they truly perform above any others she's tried. The tools are manufactured by Rubis Switzerland, and in addition to a pair of slanted-tip tweezers, the kit also includes curved-blade scissors and a reusable spoolie to shape your brows to perfection. Streicher even uses the same tools herself.
Shaw also recommends these 3-inch tweezers for travel. The tiny set is small yet effective, including both slant and point-tip tweezers. They can even take the place of your everyday tweezers if you want to save space.