The TEGEN Journal

How to choose and place hair accessories for braided hair, from statement claw clips to mini clips along the braid.

How to choose the right chignon pin for fine, medium, thick or curly hair, with simple step-by-step updos.

From classic French barrettes to bows and stick barrettes, a gentle guide to the different types of barrette and how to choose the right one for your hair.

What is the difference between a barrette and a hair clip? A gentle guide to both, with tips for wearing barrettes in short hair and keeping them in place.

A simple guide to choosing the right barrette for fine, medium or thick hair, and keeping it from slipping.

A short history of the barrette, how it is worn today, and how to choose the right barrette for your hair type.

Can barrettes damage your hair? How to choose and wear a barrette that is gentle on your hair.

Five easy, elegant hairstyles you can create in minutes with hair claws, with simple step-by-step tips.

Simple tips for using hair claws with long hair, and how to choose a claw that holds it comfortably every day.

A friendly guide to choosing the right hair claw for curly, thick, fine, short or long hair.

Yes, you can wear a claw clip with short hair. Easy half-up styles with mini and small hair claws, plus a lovely alternative for shorter cuts.

Why hair claws are a gentle choice for your hair, how our French Handmade claws are made, and which claw suits thick hair.