Claws for change
Ocean-Inspired Hair Claws: Unique Designs, Big Impact
You love the ocean, that's why your here.
And now you can show the world simply by wearing a hair claw.
These beautifully designed and crafted claws are about making a statement.
Our designs are unique - one-of-a-kind- just like you. No generic styles here, only meaningful art you can wear.
And through our partnership with the Australian Marine Conservation Society, every claw sold directly supports activities that protect the oceans you love.
Every claw tells a story—your story as someone who cares about their look and the world around them.
In just a few clicks, your new claw could be on its way to you. Simple, fast, and reliable—getting your dream hair claw has never been easier.
Keep reading to learn more...
what makes them so special?
Unique Designs
All our claws are all lovingly designed by us, right here in Western Australia.
Our small batch production ensures every claw is crafted with care, allowing us to maintain exceptional quality and create unique designs that stand out.
It also reduces waste, staying true to our sustainable values, and allows us to adapt quickly to what our customers love most.
Sustainable
Sustainability is core to our values and we strive to ensure our products meet these values too.
All of our claws are made from plant-based cellulose acetate, a bio-based polymer derived from renewable plant sources like wood pulp.
By using eco-friendly materials and minimising waste, we’re committed to creating products that care for the planet as much as they inspire our customers.
protecting our oceans
Our mission is to bring the beauty of nature to life through unique designs, while supporting the preservation of the world’s marine ecosystems.
With every claw sold, $5 is donated to ocean conservations efforts through our partners at the Australian Marine Conservation Society.
Our customers say it best...
"I couldn’t believe how beautiful the designs were when I first saw them.
I chose the humpback whale claw, and it’s even more stunning in person!
Knowing that my purchase helps protect marine life made it an easy decision.
Shipping was fast, and the whole process felt seamless."
Clare (Sydney) - Humpback Claw
"I ordered the large orca claw clip recently and I love it!
The material is so beautiful in person, and I love the little details, like the rhinestone eye and grooves showing the base of the dorsal fin :)
Ree is also super helpful and friendly if you need customer service!"
Emily (Perth) - Orca Claw
"I was initially hesitant because I’m on a tight budget as a student, but these claws are worth every penny.
The quality is amazing—they hold my thick hair perfectly without slipping, and I love that they’re made from sustainable materials.
I’m already eyeing my next one!"
Emma (Brisbane) - Sea Horse Claw
"The ocean theme completely drew me in!
I’ve never seen anything like it before.
I love how the company supports marine conservation—it makes me feel good about my purchase.
Plus, the transparency about the donation process was reassuring."
Mikayla (New York) - Whale Shark Claw
"I’ve tried claw clips from other brands, but nothing compares to these.
They’re stylish, eco-friendly, and super durable.
I appreciated how easy it was to order on the website, and my package arrived earlier than expected.
The whole experience was flawless!"
Joanne (London) - Mini Humpback Claw
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Frequently Asked Questions
What you need to know
My name is Ree and I'm the founder and principal designer of Claws For Change.
We're a small family business, based in Western Australia, which designs and sells unique hair claws inspired by our natural world.
We designed our first hair claw in 2023 and now have thousands of happy customers right across the world.
Conservation of our incredible planet is a core value of our business and we strive to make our plant-based products zero waste, while using only responsibly sourced materials and partners.
With every hair claw sold, we donate $5 to amazing organisations dedicated to supporting wildlife and habitat preservation. With our ocean collection, the proceeds go directly to the Australian Marine Conservation Society.
All of our claws are made from plant-based cellulose acetate, a bio-based polymer derived from renewable plant sources like wood pulp.
These acetates offer eco-friendliness due to their superior biodegradability compared to traditional plastics.
But is that a plastic?
Technically, yes, our hair claws could be classed as a plastic product. But please wait, it's not as simple as that.
Plastic is simply the name given to any material that is malleable and can be moulded into solid objects, including a wide range of synthetic, semi-synthetic and organic compounds.
Plastics are usually synthetic and most commonly derived from petrochemicals.
However, the plant-based cellulose acetate used in our claws do not contain petroleum or any other petrochemical.
They are derived from natural renewable fibres like those found in cotton and wood pulp.
Cellulose acetate allows the claw to remain plenty durable and flexible enough for use, yet ultimately have far greater rates of biodegradability.
Our claws aren’t just hair clips—they’re wearable art. Each piece is meticulously designed to capture the beauty of the ocean, transforming these functional accessories into stunning statements.
We have a range of claws to choose from, so that there is something for everyone. The product descriptions and photos should help guide you.
Still not sure, just drop me a message and I’d be happy to help.
This is a tough subject to talk about, but here we go...
We are aware of several companies selling almost identical looking claws to ours.
Most of these sellers have blocked us on social media, so we no longer see their adverts, but many of our lovely customers do reach out to let us know about the ads and listings they are seeing.
We design our products here in Western Australia. It takes us about 6 months to design, test and ultimately release a product.
Unfortunately most of our designs get copied within about 2 to 3 weeks. 😭💔
This is what you are seeing when you see similar claws available elsewhere.
It’s incredibly frustrating
and upsetting and we are doing everything we can to protect our designs. We have reported a number of sellers for intellectual property violations, but (again) unfortunately there is not a lot of protection when it comes to hair accessories and this happens to many other designers.
These other claws that you might see can look the same in photos (sometimes because some of them simply steal the photos from our website and Instagram 😡), but the build and material quality is certainly not the same. The claws we sell simply can’t be made at the price these others are selling for and making a profit on.
All of our claws have our
stamp on the inside, so if you do decide to purchase one you’ll know it’s one of ours, that it’s guaranteed to be donating to conservation efforts and are made with plant-based cellulose acetate.
Thank you for taking the time
to read this and for your support on this issue.
We offer a variety of shipping options to suit your needs and most of the time we will ship your order the same day
During checkout, you can choose from standard or express shipping, each with its associated costs and estimated delivery times. Please refer to our shipping policy for more information.
Yes, we offer free shipping on domestic orders over $99AUD and all international orders over $199AUD.
The free shipping option will automatically appear during checkout if your order meets the minimum purchase requirement.
All of our claws are shipped from right here in Western Australia and are all quality checked before being dispatched.
We have thousands of happy customers and very rarely are there any issues.
We are extremely confident that you'll love your new claw, but just in case, we offer an incredibly generous returns policy and will go out of our way to make sure you're 100% happy.