What Are Bobby Pins?

A bobby pin is a type of hairpin, usually of metal or plastic, used in coiffure to hold hair in place. It is a small double-pronged hair pin or clip that slides into hair with the prongs open and then the flexible prongs close over the hair to hold it in place.

What is the difference between a hairpin and a bobby pin?

Hairpin: The main difference between a hairpin and the standard bobby pin is weight of the actual pin and the tension used when the pin is in place. “Hairpins are for when you just want to lightly pin a small section of hair back.

What does wearing bobby pins mean?

It is mainly used to fashion one's hair in a particular style that normally the hair would not stay in place. It is a healthier and more natural way to get the look you want without the hassle of using hair spray or other hair styling substances/products.