Quick answer

To keep claw clips secure in fine hair, start with clean, textured hair, use a small sectioning technique, twist tightly, and choose a clip with a strong grip like the Double Down Claw Clip.

Why fine hair makes claw clips slip

Fine hair strands are thinner and smoother than medium or coarse hair, so they offer less friction for a clip's teeth to grip. Without the right preparation, even a well-made claw clip can slide down or pop open over the course of the day.

The solution isn't a bigger clip—it's better technique and a clip designed for a secure hold. A double-tooth design, like the one on the Double Down Claw Clip, provides extra grip points that help anchor the clip in place.

4 steps to keep your claw clip from slipping

  1. Step 1: Start with day-old or textured hair: Clean, freshly washed fine hair is too slippery for a claw clip. Apply a lightweight dry shampoo or texturizing spray to add grip. If you don't have product on hand, a quick blast of cool air from a blow-dryer on your roots can help roughen up the cuticle slightly. Common mistake: skipping texture. Without it, the clip has nothing to hold onto.
  2. Step 2: Section your hair into two parts: Divide your hair horizontally at the occipital bone (the bump at the back of your skull). Clip the top section out of the way. Twist the bottom section tightly upward, then bring the top section down and twist it around the bottom twist. This creates a compact, layered coil that a claw clip can grip more securely. Checkpoint: If the twist feels loose or bulky, you've taken too large a section. Try a smaller section next time.
  3. Step 3: Twist firmly and tuck the ends: Twist the combined hair until it forms a tight, smooth coil against your head. Tuck the ends underneath the coil so they're hidden and not poking out. A clean, tucked coil gives the clip a flat surface to clamp onto. Common mistake: leaving ends loose. They can catch on the clip's teeth and pull the whole thing loose.
  4. Step 4: Open the clip wide and clamp from the bottom up: Open your claw clip fully and position it so the bottom teeth sit under the coil, then close the clip upward over the twist. The clip should encase the coil completely, not just pinch the top. A clip with double teeth, like the Double Down Claw Clip, will grip at multiple points for extra hold. Checkpoint: If the clip feels like it's only holding a few strands, reposition it lower so the teeth catch more of the coil.

Product that helps

  • Double Down Claw Clip For Most Hair Types - Mountain Blue: Double teeth for extra-secure grip and a wide barrel for dense hair. The double-tooth design creates more contact points with fine hair, reducing the chance of slipping compared to a standard single-tooth clip.

    Double Down Claw Clip For Most Hair Types - Mountain Blue

    Double Down Claw Clip For Most Hair Types - Mountain Blue