I purchased these at jean coutou for around 25 dollars about 6 years ago, I actually still have them and they never fail at grasping a hair which is why I am able to easily sculpt my brows and avoid all that redness and irritation. They are still as sharp as the day I got them and I have tried many other brands before, but this one is my ultimate favourite because it is so good at pulling hairs. No need to try to grasp a hairover and over