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Hair claws are a relatively modern invention that have come about ever since we have been able to take advantage of modern production techniques and materials such as plastic. Hair claws can also be found that are made of metal, we stock one or two metal hair claws here at Pretty Pieces.
Hair claws not only need to look great but need to feel great too. That's why we specialize in techologically-advanced hair claws like the Linziclip, and Scünci's No Slip Grip® and Thick Hair® hair claws. For a little help in finding the right hair claws for your hair, take a look at our guide to hair claws...
 Finding the Right Hair Claw
Hair claws are used everyday, throughout the world, as millions of women use hair claws to keep their hair in place. Sometimes referred to as hair jaws, or claw clips, it is easy to see from the hair claw’s design why it has been given these names. Two interlocking sets of teeth (resembling a set of claws or jaws) are traditionally linked together by one central spring at the top of the hair claw which, when squeezed together, open & close to fix the hair claw into the hair. Hair claws come in a variety of different sizes and designs; in order to choose the right hair claw for you it is important to consider how you intend to use the hair claw, as well as your hair length and your hair type.
1. Use:
1a. Hair claws holding back small sections of hair away from the face
Mini hair claws are approximately 1cm wide, & whether used in short hair, mid-length hair, or long hair, these hair claws are good for holding small sections of hair away from the face. If you have thick hair, we’d recommend that you look out for mini hair claws with long interlocking jaws. The long jaws will hold more of your hair than standard mini hair claws.
1b. Hair claws securing ponytails, chignons, French flips and other up-dos
As a general rule of thumb, the longer and thicker your hair, the larger the hair claw you’ll need! The bigger the hair claw, the more amount of hair it is able to hold in place.
2. Hair Length:
Hair claws for mid-length hair
If your hair is mid-length, we’d recommend that you try hair claws that measure somewhere between 4cm and 6cm in length.
Hair claws for long hair
For those of you with long hair, we’d recommend that you choose hair claws that are 6cm and longer.
3. Hair Type:
It is also important to take into account your hair type when choosing a hair claw.
Hair claws for fine & normal hair
If your hair is fine, and your experience has been that hair claws simply fall out five minutes after securing your up-do, then look for claw clips that have been specifically designed to give a long-lasting hold. Both Scünci & BaByliss have developed hair claws with non-slide technology that makes them ideal for fine hair, whilst the Linziclip is a revolutionary new hair claw with a double-spring mechanism that gives extra grip & hold. Where hair claws are particularly suited to fine hair it will say so in the product description.
Hair claws for thick hair
If your hair is thick, look out for hair claws with wide-spaced teeth or long interlocking claws. These types of hair claw are better designed to hold your thick tresses in place. Where hair claws are particularly suited to thick hair it will say so in the product description.
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