Leaf
Leaf Scissors LTD
About Leaf
In brief
Leaf is a UK-based scissor brand from Wimbledon, London, offering handmade Japanese steel shears with a focus on sustainability.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 5.5–6.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$102–540Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
1 retailerBuying routes
Where to buy Leaf
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Catalog map
The Leaf range
8 models · 5.5–6.0 in
Thinning Scissors 2 models US$269–365Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
Cutting Scissors 5 models US$102–540Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
- Leaf Black Edition Scissors US$365
- Leaf Foundation Student Scissors US$102
- Leaf Pink Edition Scissors US$297
2 more models are listed in the full catalog below.
Left-Handed Scissors 1 model US$102Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
Pictured models
No reviewed model photography is available yet.
All 8 Leaf model names
Leaf plants a tree with every pair sold, through the Eden Reforestation project, and ships its shears in plastic-free recyclable packaging. Hairdresser Steve McManus founded the Wimbledon Village, London brand in 2019; he is left-handed himself, which is why true left-handed models sit alongside the standard range. The 8 models, handmade in Japanese 440C, run US$102 to US$540 at guide prices.
Overview
Leaf is a UK based scissors brand headquartered in Wimbledon Village, London. The company was founded by Steve, a hairdresser with 20 years of experience. According to the brand, Steve worked his way up from apprentice to Art Director at Toni and Guy, then became Head of Education and Talent Development at Headmasters UK before starting a salon consultancy and eventually launching Leaf Scissors.
The brand places a strong emphasis on sustainability. According to Leaf, the company uses 100% recyclable packaging and collaborates with the Eden Reforestation project, planting trees with every purchase. The founder is left-handed himself, which led to a commitment to producing left-handed models alongside standard options.
Product Range
Leaf produces cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left-handed scissors. The brand’s specialties include blunt cutting, texturing, slide cutting, weight removal, point cutting, thinning, line softening, layering, and blending. According to Leaf, all scissors are handmade using Japanese steel.
The brand also offers educational content through its YouTube channel, covering hairdressing techniques and business advice for salon professionals. Leaf offers flexible payment options including subscriptions.
Distribution
Leaf sells through its official website at leafscissors.com and is also carried by SalonCentric. The brand operates from its Wimbledon Village address in London. Pricing is in the mid range for professional scissors.
See Also
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How Leaf compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | LeafLeaf | AkitoAkito | alfa italiaalfa italia | Dark StagDark Stag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | UK | UK | UK | UK |
| Typical price | US$102–540Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$180–495Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$228–759Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$38–165Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level |
| Steel | 440C | VG10, 440C, Cobalt, ATS-314 | Japanese 440C steel | — |
| Edge type | — | — | — | — |
| Handles | — | — | — | — |
| Left-handed | 1 models | — | — | 1 models |
| Thinning | 2 models | 1 models | — | 3 models |
| Specialties | Blunt cut, Texturing, Slide cut, Weight removal, Point cu… | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Precision cutting, High-speed cutting, Detailed work, Lay… | Thinning, Texturizing, Removing bulk, Blunt cut, Slice cu… |
| Founded | 2019 | 2016 | — | 2017 |
Frequently Asked Questions
6 answers you can open one at a timeIs Leaf a UK scissor brand?
Yes. Leaf is a UK-based brand founded in 2019 and based in Wimbledon Village, London. It was started by Steve McManus, a hairdresser who spent years in education roles before launching the company.
What steel do Leaf scissors use?
Leaf builds its shears with 440C, a Japanese stainless steel, and the range runs from the Foundation model up to the titanium-coated Black Edition.
Does Leaf make left-handed scissors?
Yes. Leaf produces true left-handed models, such as the Foundation Left-Handed, alongside its standard cutting and thinning shears.
How much do Leaf scissors cost?
Leaf’s 8 models run from US$102 for the Foundation pairs to US$540 for the Swivel at guide prices, with the Pure Steel and Black Edition lines in between.
What is Leaf known for?
Beyond the cutting work itself, Leaf is built around sustainability: plastic-free recyclable packaging, a tree planted with every purchase through a reforestation partner, and a lifetime warranty.
What sizes do Leaf scissors come in?
Every Leaf cutting model comes in 5.5 inch or 6.0 inch, and the two thinning models are 6.0 inch. Left-handed pairs get the same 5.5 and 6.0 inch choice as the standard range.
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