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How to Clip Back Curly Hair?

Published in Curly Hair Styling 2 mins read

To clip back curly hair, you can simply pull your hair back, using a claw clip, and secure it, but you can also keep a few curls down at the front if desired.

Here's a breakdown of how to clip back curly hair, utilizing the information from the provided reference:

Steps to Clipping Back Curly Hair


  1. Decide on Front Hair:
    • Before clipping, consider if you'd like to leave some curls down at the front for a softer look. As mentioned in the reference at 1:42, this is a totally optional and personal preference.
    • You could have a few defined curls framing your face, or none at all.
  2. Gather Your Hair:
    • Once you’ve decided on any front pieces, take the rest of your hair in your hands to prepare it for the clip.
  3. Secure with a Clip:
    • The video at 10:25 demonstrates that you will want to secure the pulled back hair with a claw clip. The video specifically shows styling curly hair with a claw clip.

Additional Tips for Clipping Curly Hair


  • Choosing the Right Clip: Different types of claw clips exist. Experiment with sizes and styles to find what best holds your curls without pulling or creating tension.
  • Loose or Tight: Determine how tight you'd like the clip. You can have a looser, more casual look, or a tighter, more secure style.
  • Volume: When clipping your hair back, you can adjust how much volume you want at the crown by pulling the hair up before clipping it.
  • Experiment: There's no single "right" way to clip your hair back, so try different styles and positions to see what you like best!