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What are the Best Left Handed Scissors?

August 05, 2020

It’s a right-handed world out there so we feel for you poor lefties.

You no doubt spent your early years struggling at school with cutting and gluing using scissors that were designed for your other hand. Some right-handed person taught you to tie your shoelaces backwards, and you made a mess of your handwriting…the list goes on. And now you’re an adult, life isn’t much easier. 

Well, that right-hand bias needs to stop! Just because 90% of the world’s population uses their right hand, doesn’t mean the poor 10% of lefties should be left right out. You’re a professional hairdresser working in a career that needs specialised tools to do your job. You deserve to have well-designed hairdressing scissors like every right-handed person has ready access to. 

Difference Between Left Handed Scissors and Right Handed Scissors

Left and right-handed scissors are a mirror image of each other. The left blade on left-handed scissors is always on top. And when you open a pair of standard scissors, the blade on the right side will be the one on top. You can turn the scissors over and the result is the same.

It’s not possible to manufacture any kind of scissors, professional hairdressing scissors or otherwise, to be universal and suitable for left and right hand people. 

You might see household or children’s scissors promoted as suitable for left or right-handed people and those clever ambidextrous peeps. But they’re right handed scissors which have had the handle design changed so they can be held in the left hand without the usual discomfort of standard scissors. However, the scissors blade still obscures the user’s view when used in the left hand.  

Why Do you Need Left Handed Scissors?

When you use a pair of standard scissors in your left hand, they don’t cut well. It doesn’t matter what material you’re trying to cut – paper, fabric, plastic or hair – it bends between the blades rather than being cut cleanly. With the blades reversed on left hand scissors, it’s possible to cut the material.

Using standard scissors in your left hand means it’s difficult to see where you’re cutting. The blades block the cutting line from sight which can be a problem when you’re in school trying to cut on the line and disastrous if you’re cutting hair!

Using scissors in the opposite hand isn’t comfortable. A left-handed person using right handed scissors may try to move the handles apart laterally. Not only is this uncomfortable but it can even cause injury to the thumb around the first knuckle. The handles can rub and cause calluses. Hardly conducive to a day’s work of hairdressing!

In years gone by, left-handed hairdressers either learned to cut right-handed or did the best they could with a standard pair in their left hand. Now things are much easier with all sizes and types of professional hairdressing scissors available as left and right-handed options. Left-handers are almost spoilt for choice now or at least not at a disadvantage like they once were!

Products That Cause Problems for Left-Handers

It really is a right handed world! Most everyday and professional products don’t have a left-handed option. It leaves 10% of the world’s population frustrated and struggling to make do as best they can. 

But at least you’ve chosen a career that has professional left-handed tools that allow you to do your job safely and efficiently. But there are plenty of everyday and professional items that don’t have an alternative for right handers. You’ll no doubt agree that life would be easier if there was a left handed alternative for the following products:

  • Cameras
  • Video Game Controllers
  • Power Tools
  • Lecture Theatre Desks
  • Keyboard for Data Entry
  • Files
  • Vegetable Peelers
  • Chef Knives 

Left-Handed Hairdressing Scissors for Sale

Now you need not wait for International Lefthanders Day to roll around each year on 13 August to feel the love. You can have your day every day at work with professional left-handed hairdressing scissors! 

Take your pick on the type and colour of scissors you like best. We have one of the largest range of high quality, left-handed hairdressing scissors to choose from. The Matsui brand really knows their right from their left and produces what we consider to be the best left-handed scissors.  

LEFTY MATSUI MATTE BLACK AICHEI MOUNTAIN OFFSET SCISSOR 

These black beauties are a lighter weight elegant pair of scissors made from top quality cobalt infused steel perfect for slide cutting as they stay sharp for longer.

They design the mountain blade to push the hair onto the fine razor sharp cutting edge. Being extra rigid, these scissors are also favourites for point cutting, feathering, and texturing.

The offset handle brings the thumb into a natural position for cutting and the solid finger rest can never come loose. You’ll love the tension system which creates an extra smooth feel to the scissors.

Includes:
5.5" or 6" Left Handed Matsui Matte Black Aichei Mountain Scissor

LEFTY MATSUI ROSE GOLD AICHEI MOUNTAIN OFFSET SCISSOR

If your style is more rose gold than black, then this pair may be your go to. Just like the black pair, the Left handed Matsui Rose Gold Aichei Mountain scissors are made from high quality cobalt infused steel which keeps the weight low. The sharp blade makes slide cutting a dream and just as perfect for point cutting, feathering, and texturising.

With an offset handle, you know your hand is in good care keeping it in a natural position while cutting and resting.

Includes: 
5.5" or 6" Left Handed Matsui Rose Gold Black Aichei Mountain Scissor

LEFTY MATSUI AICHEI MOUNTAIN SILVER OFFSET SCISSOR

If you’re more of a traditionalist, the silver version might be your first choice. This pair is just as elegant as the previous two versions and the tension system creates an extra smooth feel to the scissors. The offset handle is designed specifically for left-handed stylists keeping their hand safe and comfortable while they cut away all day. 

Also made from high quality cobalt infused steel, they’re a lighter weight pair of scissors compared to many others. Whether you’re buying left or right handed scissors, you’re able to return them for a refund or exchange by notifying us within seven days of receipt.

Includes: 
5.5" or 6" Left Handed Matsui Aichei Mountain Silver Scissor

LEFTY MATSUI MATTE BLACK SCISSOR TWIN SET

Looking for a matching twin set of scissors you’ll actually use? You might already have a pair of thinners but what you really need are two pairs of good quality scissors in different sizes to accommodate your cutting requirements.  

This twin set includes a Lefty 5.5" cutting scissor for slicing and point cutting and a Lefty 6" cutting scissor for blunt cutting and scissor over comb work. There’s little risk in buying two of the same style of scissors when they’re the Matsui brand because you know they’re good.  

Set Includes: 
Left Handed 5.5" Matsui Cutting Scissor for cuts, slicing, and point cutting
Left Handed 6" Matsui Cutting Scissor for blunt cutting and scissor over comb work

LEFTY MATSUI AICHEI MOUNTAIN ROSE GOLD SCISSOR THINNER COMBO

Want to double up on the finer things in life? You’ll love the Matsui Rose Gold Lefty Aichei Mountain scissors with cutting and thinning scissors. Both scissors have the offset handle you’ve probably already grown to love.

The fine razor-sharp cutting edge and rigidity are great for point cutting, feathering, and texturising.

Don’t forget all our scissors come with a lifetime manufacturing warranty.

Set includes: 
Choice of 5.5" or 6" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Scissor 
6“ Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Thinning Scissor

LEFTY MATSUI AICHEI MOUNTAIN MATTE BLACK SCISSOR THINNER COMBO

There’s nothing dark about these matte black scissors. Each colour is represented by a Feng Shui element and black is associated with the water element and evokes power, mystery, and calm. Sound about right to you?

Made from premium Aichei Japanese steel, this set will keep you powering through cuts for many years to come. With plastic inserts, the scissors will fit perfectly on your fingers so you’re not having to juggle them as they move around in your hand. 

But of course, if they aren’t quite what you’re looking for, you can always get a refund or exchange by notifying us within seven days of receipt. We want all our customers to be thrilled with their purchase. the quality of Matsui scissors is second to none.

Set includes: 
Choice of 5.5” or 6" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Matte Black Scissor 
6“ Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Thinning Scissor

LEFTY MATSUI AICHEI MOUNTAIN ROSE GOLD TRIPLE SET 

It’s not like you can borrow a pair of thinners from the stylist next to you, you need your own of everything when you’re a lefty. So why not buy yourself a beautiful matching set in triplicate?

You’ll be the proud owner of a beautiful Matsui Rose Gold Lefty Aichei Mountain scissors set that are a pleasure to use and show off on your tool belt. 

The lighter weight scissors are made from high quality cobalt infused steel. The mountain blade has been a firm favourite of stylists for many years and has earned its reputation as go-to scissors for point cutting, feathering, and texturising.

The 6” Aichei Mountain blunt cutter reduces wrist and shoulder strain due to its better angle for scissor over comb and blunt cutting work.

The offset handles bring the thumb into a natural position for cutting with a solid finger rest and excellent tension system.  

Set includes: 
5.5" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Scissor
6" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Scissor
6" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain 14 Tooth Thinning Scissor

LEFTY MATSUI ROSE GOLD BUNDLE

If three pairs aren’t enough, how about four? It’s certainly not being greedy. This bundle will see you through many years of cutting, thinning and texturising using only the best - a stunning rose gold Matsui set.  

Bundle includes:

  • 5.5" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Scissor
  • 6" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Scissor
  • 6.5" Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain Scissor
  • Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain 14 Tooth Texturiser
  • Matsui Lefty Aichei Mountain 40 Tooth Thinner 

LEFTY MATSUI RAINBOW SCISSOR THINNER COMBO

Looking for something a little brighter? Children and adult clients will love your rainbow set of scissors. Made from high quality Aichei Japanese steel, the scissors are resistant to fade and corrosion. Our UK blade smith carefully checks each pair before they’re sent out to their forever homes.

Set includes:
5.5“ Lefty Matsui Rainbow Cutting Scissor
6” Lefty Matsui Rainbow Thinning Scissor

LEFTY MATSUI NEON PINK OFFSET 5.5 INCH SCISSOR THINNER COMBO

If a rainbow isn’t bold enough for you, there’s always the neon pink set. The mountain blade helps push the hair onto the fine razor sharp cutting edge making it great for point cutting, feathering, and texturising. 

Set includes:
5.5" Left Handed Matsui Neon Pink Offset Cutting Scissor
6" Left Handed Matsui Neon Pink Offset Thinning Scissor

If you need any help with choosing the right (or should be say best) left-handed pair of scissors for you, don’t hesitate to contact our experts. Remember, there’s little risk in choosing a pair because you can make use of our refund or exchange policy which gives you seven days to decide if the scissors are just right for you.




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