Virgin Hair: Definition and Characteristics
Virgin hair refers to human hair that has not been chemically processed or altered from its original state. It is collected from a single donor, washed, sanitized and sewn onto a weft. The term “virgin” literally means “pure”. The hair has its cuticle intact and aligned, allowing it to reflect light better, appear more glossy and voluminous. As no chemicals have been used, the integrity and moisture retention of the hair is maintained. Virgin hair blends well with natural hair and can last over a year with proper care.
Sources of Virgin Hair
There are 5 main sources virgin hair comes from:
- Indian
- Malaysian
- Peruvian
- Brazilian
- Russian
Indian virgin hair is very common due to India’s large population and many hair donations for religious purposes.
Importance of Virgin Hair
In summary, virgin hair refers to chemically unprocessed human hair from a single donor, with intact, aligned cuticles. Its purity makes it durable, blendable and the most expensive hair type. Although virgin hair matches hair textures well, non-virgin hair may match hair color better. With proper care virgin hair can last over a year. Ultimately, virgin hair is the highest quality and most natural hair option.