What The Prong?
You may notice a couple of difference types of metal hairstyling clips. From single and double
pin curl clips to what we call wave clips, each of these clips have their own
properties, advantages and disadvantages, and ideal uses. But I know it can be
a little confusing at times, so I've broken it all down for you here.
Single Prong Pin Curl Clips
These are the most commonly used pin curl clip for vintage
styling. Featuring a thin 40mm pointed clip. They are great for securing
wet, dry or heated pin curls. Due to their size they are also handy to secure
small details such as decorative pin curls and small waves in upstyles.
Pros:
- Pointed shape allows for 'sliding' into hair
- Versatile size and shape
Cons:
- Larger pin curls require two clips for stability
- Pointed end can get caught in hair during overnight
sets
Double Prong Pin Curl Clips
The double prong pin curl clip has similar uses to it's
single pronged sister, however with a slightly different design. It features a
40mm clip with two prong edges connected by a 'bridge', the clip base also
opens to a wider 7.5mm space.
This style of pin curl clip is generally used to secure
larger pin curls as the base allows for clipping over the entire flat pin curl.
They are also great to secure velcro rollers in place as it can clip over the
base and into the inside of the roller with ease.
Pros:
- Secures larger flat pin curls
- Sturdy clip base
Cons:
- Design does not allow for easy 'sliding' into hair
- Bridge can cause dents
Wave Clips
For the sake of this category, let's also call wave clips
'Long Prong' clips - because I am liking comparing their relative 'prongs'.
Featuring a 80mm pointed single prong clip. Wave clips are handy to secure
in waves while styling, they can also be used to secure larger pin curl details
in upstyling. Due to their size, they are also used to secure large section
wet, dry or heated pin curls.
Pros:
- Large size for securing bigger sections
- Perfect for securing waves during styling
Cons:
- Curved prong will 'bend' section if left on too long
I personally have all 3 in my hair kit and regularly utilise
their prongs for their ideal uses.
Renae xo