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Quality
The quality of the hair is often specified. Virgin hair indicates that the hair hasn't been coloured or processed in any way. The "virgin hair" is collected by tying off the hair to maintain the direction of the cuticle and then cut. After the hair is cut and collected it can be sewn on a weft, pre-bonded, made into wigs or left in bulk form. |
  
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 Types of hair fibres
Hair extensions are made from a range of human and synthetic fibers. Synthetic fibers include Kanekalon and Toyokalon and can differ from brand to brand. Synthetic hair is generally far less expensive than human hair and is available in a wide array of colours and textures, from natural to extraordinary. However,
when considering hair extensions it must be kept in mind that
since synthetic hair cannot withstand hot temperatures,
straightening and curling the hair will not be an option as it
will singe. Human hair is available in many different grades and
may be advertised by ethnic origin; India, mainland China and
other countries in continental Asia are the top suppliers for
'virgin' unprocessed hair. |
