3 Easy Claw Clip Hairstyles | Best Back to School Hairstyles for Medium to Long Hair

 

In today’s how to hair tutorial, I’m sharing 3 easy claw clip hairstyles that are perfect medium to long hair hairstyles. These cute claw clip hairstyles are the best choice for back to school hairstyles, and they’re also great for prom, bridal events, work, or even as a wedding hairstyle. If you’re concerned about your hair being too thin for these styles, I’ve got you covered! I’ll walk you through a step-by-step guide on how to clip in Luxy Hair Thinning Hair Fill-In Extensions, so you can still create these hairstyles, even with shorter or thinner hair.

Step-By-Step of How To Clip in Your Luxy Hair Extensions Thinning Hair Fill-Ins

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1.  Start by lining up the ends of your hair extension with your natural hair. This will help ensure a seamless blend.
2.  Section off your hair at the point where the top of your extensions meet your scalp.
3.  Attach the first two-clip weft on one side, making sure it’s secured close to your scalp.
4. Repeat the same step on the other side, clipping the second two-clip weft.
5. Clip in the single-clip wefts in the back, positioning them evenly or in areas where you have thinning.

How to Create an Elegant Twisted Claw Clip Updo:

1. Gather your hair into a low ponytail and hold the base tightly with your left hand.
2. With your right hand, twist the ponytail counterclockwise twice and bring the twist to the top of your head.
3. Use your left hand to slide the hair at the bottom of the twist upwards, tucking it under until secure.
4. Loosely wrap the ends counterclockwise to form a bun shape, tucking them under the twist.
5. Secure the style with a claw clip.

How to Create a French Twist Claw Clip Hairstyles for Long Hair:

1. Gather your hair into a ponytail just above ear height.
2. Secure with a hair elastic, and on your last loop, pull your hair partially through to form a large bun, leaving the ends hanging out.
3. Twist the bun once counterclockwise and bring it to the top of your head.
4. Use your left hand to bring the ends up the left side and tuck them underneath your bun, this will help to cover the hair elastic.
5. Secure by placing a claw clip over the middle.

How to Create a ’90s-Inspired Messy Claw Clip Updo:

1. Secure your hair into a ponytail just above ear height.
2. Slide the ponytail down an inch or two.
3. Create a hole above the elastic and push the ponytail up, pulling it partially through to create a bun.
4. Pull on the sides to fan out the bun.
5. Place your claw clip over the hair elastic to secure.
6. Divide the remaining ends into two sections, right and left.
7. Bring the right section up, open the right side of the clip, and slide the ends underneath and out the top.
8. Repeat with the left section.

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