If you’re investing in luxury hair extensions, understanding the difference between raw hair and virgin hair is essential. Not all hair is created equal, and choosing the right type makes all the difference in quality, longevity, and styling versatility.
What is Raw Hair?
Raw hair is the highest-quality hair available. It is 100% unprocessed, cut from a single donor, with cuticles intact and aligned. No chemicals, steam processing, or alterations—just pure, natural hair in its authentic form. Raw hair offers unmatched durability and can last 3+ years with proper care.
What is Virgin Hair?
Virgin hair is collected from multiple donors, and it often undergoes light processing, such as steam texturizing, to achieve uniform curl patterns. This causes a variation in color and quality between bundles. While virgin hair can still be good quality, it lacks the complete authenticity of raw hair and typically has a shorter lifespan.
Why Raw Hair is the Better Investment
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Longevity: Raw hair lasts significantly longer than virgin hair.
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Natural Look & Feel: The texture, movement, and luster of raw hair are unparalleled.
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Versatility: Can be dyed, bleached to 613, and styled without excessive damage.
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Minimal Shedding & Tangling: Since cuticles are intact and aligned, raw hair behaves just like natural hair.
At MK’s Hair Bar, we exclusively offer 100% raw hair to ensure that our customers receive the best quality extensions available. If you’re looking for long-lasting, high-quality hair that blends seamlessly, raw hair is the way to go.