Square tip: Sometimes referred to as straight tip or flat tip, the tips of these tweezers have a simple, flat edge. While these tweezers are not as popular as slant tip tweezers for hair removal, they are faster at removing more facial hair when you don’t need precision (i.e., chin hairs). However, Cutibacterium acnes bacteria are normally present on skin and manipulating the lesion in this manner can spread this bacteria and increase the risk of comedones progressing to inflammatory acne – with swelling, redness and worsening lesions in the form of pus-filled pimples. This could lead to postinflammatory hyperpigmentation ( PIH) and scarring. All of our testers preferred using the slant tip tweezers to remove hair, as they were easy to use for both precision work and removing multiple hairs at a time. The Rubis Switzerland had the highest average score from our testers. They were impressed with their sturdy design and ability to precisely grab hairs. Tied in second place were the Tweezerman and Anastasia Beverly Hills tweezer. Both of which scored above average in precision hair removal.

Overall, the Rubis Needlenose Tweezers are probably the sharpest and narrowest tweezers on the market, making them well worth the investment, especially given their durability, longevity, and sharpness. We spent a month rigorously testing 19 of the best tweezers on the market and determined that the Rubis Switzerland – 3- 3/4” Slant Tip is the best tweezer for hair removal on the market. While slant tip tweezers are the best for shaping eyebrows, we also tested the best square tip, splinter-removing, lash-applying and rhinestone-applying tweezers. Table of contentsNot only are these tweezers available at an affordable price point, but they also offer precision and a nice sharp point, which is needed for removing even the smallest of slivers. Plus, the tips are well-aligned and offer optimal control. They even come with a protective sleeve, which is ideal if you plan to just toss them in your first aid kit. This will keep them from getting damaged as well as protect your fingers if you are rooting around for something else in your kit. When it comes to applying small rhinestones, a tweezer needs to have precise tips that have enough grip to securely hold the rhinestone. The Tweezier – Heavy Duty 6″ Curved was our top choice for the job because its stainless steel tip was able to hold the rhinestones securely.

Curved: Curved tweezers are primarily used for application purposes — applying eyelash extensions, nail decals, rhinestones and so on. These tweezers’ tips are pointed and curved (usually about 45° from the handle). They are also referred to as bent-head tweezers. The ApeX – Round Tip was the only safety tweezer we tested. The most notable feature of this tweezer was the wonderful leather travel case it came with, which works well for protecting tweezers. Our testers ranked ApeX’s hair removal performance as low because it did not grip hair well. For those looking for a safety tweezer to apply cotton swabs, this tweezer would work well as it is easy to handle and its rounded tips would not pierce soft material. Best for ingrown hairs: Majestic Bombay One of our testers commented that the Majestic Bombay was exceptionally easy to grip and handle, which is an important consideration when you are bringing sharp-pointed tips close to your skin. It is important to handle these tweezers with care, as their exceptionally sharp tips will puncture skin. There also are flat-tip tweezers, which have a flat, wide tip that provides a larger gripping surface. Many people find these tweezers suitable for applying false eyelashes or handling delicate objects, Dr. Sajic says. And if you are looking for something that is a little more gentle on your skin, look for round-tip tweezers. These tweezers are great for sensitive areas or for people with unsteady hands, he adds.The key is to invest in good quality tweezers that are sharp, durable, and well made. In fact, Dusan Sajic, MD, PhD, a dermatologist and assistant adjunct professor of clinical medicine at McMaster University, says investing in high-quality tweezers will equip you with improved accuracy. It also will make it easier to grip and remove everything from hairs to small objects like glass, splinters, or thorns. Convenience: A good set of tweezers should be small enough to store easily and including a carrying case is a big plus. Storing tweezers in a carrying case prevents dulling of tips and misalignment.