If you're reading this, chances are you stand by "quality over quantity".
So let's make sure you never waste money on bad hair clips again.
HOW TO INCREASE THE CHANCES OF YOUR HAIR CLIP PERFORMING AND LASTING FOR YEARS?
1. THE MATERIAL
If you take away just one thing today, let it be this: always choose acetate over plastic. Here’s why:
Acetate is made from natural fibers, unlike plastic, which is made from petroleum-based materials. This makes acetate not only a more eco-friendly choice but also much more malleable and resistant. In short, your clip will last you a lot longer without cracking, snapping, or losing its grip.
2. THE CLASP
Strength preferences vary, but as a general rule: the thicker and stronger the spring, the better. Why?
A well-built spring will hold your hair in place, day in and day out, without losing its strength. So when it comes to hair clips a stronger clasp means more security and less risk of the spring wearing out after just a few weeks.
Look for clips with a solid clasp (even if you’re going for a gentler grip) that can handle your hair type in the long run.
3. THE EDGES
Most people don’t even think about the edges of a hair clip but it makes a huge difference.
It blows my mind that so much consideration goes into choosing the right hair products to avoid damaging strands and then the rough edges essentially undo all that good work. If there's one clear benefit of using hair clips vs hair ties, it's that the former are well known for taking better care of hair.
Touch the teeth and feel the smooth, rounded edges to ensure your hair clip protects your strands from snagging or breaking, not the opposite.
