According to a new report published by Introspective Market Research, titled, “Hair Scissors Market by Product Type, Material, and Distribution Channel,” The Global Hair Scissors Market Size Was Valued at USD 81.9 Million in 2024 and is Projected to Reach USD 116.56 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 3.26% From 2025–2035.
The Hair Scissors market encompasses specialized cutting tools designed exclusively for professional hairdressing, barbering, and personal grooming. This includes a variety of precision instruments such as straight shears, thinning/texturizing shears, and razors. Modern professional-grade hair scissors offer significant advantages over generic or consumer-grade alternatives through superior ergonomics, adjustable tension systems, and convex-ground blades crafted from high-grade Japanese or German steel. These features provide unparalleled sharpness, durability, and smooth cutting action, reducing hand fatigue and enabling exacting techniques. The primary use of these tools is to achieve precise, clean cuts, advanced texturizing, and creative styling that defines modern hair artistry. Their main applications are concentrated in the professional salon and barbershop industry, where they are a stylist's most important investment. The demand for high-performance scissors is directly driven by the growth of the professional beauty industry, rising consumer expectations for sophisticated styles, and the increasing recognition of quality tools as essential for stylist productivity, career longevity, and artistic expression.
The primary growth driver for the hair scissors market is the continuous expansion and professionalization of the global salon and personal grooming industry. As disposable incomes rise, particularly in emerging economies, spending on personal care and professional hairstyling services increases. This fuels demand for new salon openings and a growing number of professional stylists, each requiring their own set of high-quality, reliable tools. Furthermore, stylists increasingly recognize that premium, ergonomic scissors are a critical investment to enhance service quality, reduce physical strain, and improve long-term career sustainability, driving consistent replacement and upgrade cycles.
A significant market opportunity lies in the direct-to-consumer (D2C) online segment for premium at-home grooming kits. The convergence of prolonged at-home grooming habits post-pandemic and rising consumer interest in self-care has created a new market for professional-grade scissors sold online. Targeting discerning consumers who seek salon-quality results at home, companies can offer curated kits, online sharpening services, and tutorial content. This channel allows brands to capture higher margins, build direct relationships with end-users, and expand their market beyond the traditional professional stylist base.
Hair Scissors Market, Segmentation
The Hair Scissors Market is segmented on the basis of Product Type, Material, and Distribution Channel.
Product Type
The Product Type segment is further classified into Straight Shears, Thinning & Texturizing Shears, and Razors. Among these, the Straight Shears sub-segment accounted for the highest market share in 2024. Straight shears are the fundamental, multi-purpose tool in every stylist's kit, used for the majority of cutting techniques from basic trims to precision layering. Their dominance is attributed to being the essential first purchase for any professional, requiring periodic replacement and sharpening. Continuous innovation in blade geometry, finger rest design, and ergonomic handles to cater to diverse hand sizes and cutting styles ensures this category remains the volume driver and entry point into the professional scissor market.
Distribution Channel
The Distribution Channel segment is further classified into Professional Beauty Supply Stores, Online Retail, and Direct Sales/Salon Distributors. Among these, the Professional Beauty Supply Stores sub-segment accounted for the highest market share in 2024. These specialty brick-and-mortar stores dominate as they provide stylists with the critical ability to physically test the weight, balance, and feel of scissors before purchasing. They also offer immediate availability, expert advice from seasoned staff, and services like sharpening and repairs, building a trusted, service-oriented relationship that online channels cannot fully replicate for such a hands-on, tactile professional tool.
Some of The Leading/Active Market Players Are-
• Hikari Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Kasho Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Mizutani Scissors Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Jaguar Solingen GmbH (Germany)
• Moto Scissor (Japan)
• Feather Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Tokosha Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Saki Shears (US)
• Kamisori Scissor (Japan)
• Hattori Hanzo Shears (US)
• Cricket Shears (US)
• Fromm International (US)
• and other active players.
Key Industry Developments
In April 2024, Kasho Co., Ltd. introduced a new line of ergonomic shears with a patented swivel thumb ring design. This innovation is aimed at reducing the risk of repetitive strain injuries (RSI) among professional stylists by allowing a more natural wrist position during cutting, addressing a major occupational health concern and enhancing stylist comfort and career longevity.
In January 2024, major online retailer Amazon partnered with several established shear brands to launch an authorized "Salon-Quality" storefront. This initiative includes verified authenticity guarantees, bundled sharpening service subscriptions, and access to video tutorials, aiming to combat counterfeit products and make premium professional tools more accessible to both stylists and serious at-home users through a trusted e-commerce platform.
Key Findings of the Study
• Straight Shears and Professional Beauty Supply Stores were the dominant segments.
• The Asia-Pacific region was the largest market, led by Japan and South Korea's strong manufacturing and beauty culture.
• Growth of the professional salon industry is the key market driver.
• Market trends include a focus on advanced ergonomics and the growth of online D2C sales channels.
