Why Does My Claw Clip Keep Slipping? 7 Easy Fixes 🎀
There’s nothing more annoying than spending five minutes making the perfect claw-clip hairstyle… only for it to slowly slide down your hair.
If your claw clip keeps slipping, falling out or refusing to hold your hair properly, the problem might not be your hair — it could be the way you're using the clip.
Here are 7 simple things you can try.
1. Choose the Right Size
One of the biggest mistakes is using a claw clip that is too small for your hair.
If the clip can't comfortably hold all your hair, it will constantly loosen.
Too much hair + tiny clip = guaranteed slipping.
For thick or long hair, look for larger claw clips with enough space to hold your hair securely.
2. Don't Put the Clip Too Low
Where you place your claw clip matters.
Instead of attaching it near the very bottom of your hair, try creating your hairstyle slightly higher and securing the clip around the middle of the twist.
This gives the clip more hair to grip.
3. Twist Your Hair Before Clipping
Simply gathering your hair and clipping it isn't always enough.
Try twisting your hair first, then fold the twist upward and secure it with your claw clip.
The twist creates more structure, giving the clip something better to hold onto.
4. Try a Half-Up Hairstyle
If you have fine or slippery hair, you don't always need to put all of it into the clip.
A half-up claw-clip hairstyle can be much easier to secure while still looking cute and effortless.
It's also perfect for college, casual outings and everyday wear.
5. Don't Overload the Clip
Sometimes the problem is simply too much hair.
If you're forcing your entire head of hair into a small clip, the teeth can't grip properly.
Try using a larger clip or divide your hair into sections.
6. Add a Little Texture
Super-smooth hair can make claw clips slide more easily.
If your hair is freshly washed and extremely silky, try creating a little texture before clipping it.
A loose braid for a few minutes or a small amount of texturizing product can help create additional grip.
7. Check the Clip Itself
Sometimes your hairstyle isn't the problem.
If the clip has weak springs, short teeth or doesn't close properly, it simply won't provide enough hold.
A good claw clip should feel secure when you close it and should have enough teeth to grip your hair.
🎀 The Bottom Line
A claw clip shouldn't have to be adjusted every five minutes.
Start by checking three things:
Right size + right placement + right technique.
Once you find the combination that works for your hair, claw clips can become one of the easiest ways to style your hair.
Looking for claw clips designed for a secure everyday hold?
Explore KOJESHA's claw clip collection and find your next everyday favourite. 💗