Best Claw Clips for Thick Hair (That Actually Stay In)
If you've got thick hair, you already know the drill: you clip it up, walk to the kitchen, and by the time you've made your coffee, half of it has escaped and the clip is dangling by one hinge. Most claw clips just aren't built for hair with real volume - the springs are too weak, the teeth are too shallow, and the whole thing gives up by lunchtime.
That's exactly the problem we built the Hero Clip to solve.
Why Most Claw Clips Fail on Thick Hair
Before we get to the fix, it helps to know what actually makes a claw clip strong enough for thick, heavy, or textured hair. Look for:
- A reinforced hinge. This is the part that snaps first on cheap clips - under the weight of thick hair, a flimsy hinge loosens or cracks within weeks.
- Real spring tension. A claw clip needs enough clamping force to grip a full section of hair without sliding down or popping open.
- Size that matches your hair, not the average. A clip designed for fine hair simply won't close around a thick ponytail - you need one sized for volume.
- Deep, well-spaced teeth. Shallow teeth slide right out of thick strands; deeper teeth grip closer to the root and hold the style in place.
A claw clip that's missing even one of these will let you down on exactly the day you need it most.
Meet the Hero Clip
The Hero Clip was designed around one idea: simple, chic, and strong enough to actually save your hair (and your day). It has a reinforced hinge built for all-day hold, an ultra-glossy finish, and clean Scandinavian-inspired lines - so it looks as good as it holds, whether you're clipping up a thick low bun or piling your hair on top of your head for a workout.
Our best-selling shade is Merlot - a rich burgundy hue that flatters every hair colour, from platinum blonde to jet black. It's also available in Mocha, Deep Ivy, Navy Silk, and Midnight, so once you've found your favourite fit, you can build out the whole set.
Shop the Hero Clip in Merlot →
Even Supermodels Reach for It.
Some fans are on the runway one day and reaching for the same clip everyone else does the next. Supermodel Amelia Gray keeps her Hero Clip in Merlot closeby even off-duty — proof that a clip built to hold up thick hair also just looks good doing it.
3 Ways to Style Thick Hair with the Hero Clip
- The effortless half-up. Twist the top section, clip it with the Hero Clip sitting slightly off-centre, and let the rest fall naturally. The reinforced hinge means it holds through a full day without re-clipping.
- The secure low bun. Gather hair low, twist into a loose knot, and clamp the clip vertically over the twist. Thick hair needs that extra spring tension to keep a bun from unraveling - this is where the Hero Clip earns its name.
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The just-got-out-of-the-gym clip-up. Damp, thick hair is heavy hair. Clip it high and secure for your commute home, then let it down once it's dry.
FAQ: Claw Clips for Thick Hair
What size claw clip is best for thick hair? Go for a larger, jumbo-style claw clip with a wide jaw span - it needs to close comfortably around a full section of hair without straining the hinge. The Hero Clip's size and reinforced hinge are built specifically for this.
Why does my claw clip keep slipping out of my hair? Usually it's a mismatch between clip and hair type - weak spring tension, teeth that are too shallow, or a clip that's simply too small for the amount of hair you're clipping. A reinforced hinge and deeper teeth, like on the Hero Clip, solve this.
Are claw clips bad for thick or textured hair? Not at all - the right claw clip is actually one of the gentlest ways to style thick hair, since it doesn't pull or snag the way elastics can. The key is choosing one built with anti-snag technology and enough hold for your hair's weight.
Ready to Stop Re-Clipping Your Hair Every Hour?
Thick hair deserves a clip that keeps up with it. Shop the Hero Clip in Merlot - our best-selling shade - and see why it's become the one clip people reach for on repeat.
