The hair industry is like the wild west
The hair industry is like the wild west — there are no rules and no oversight.
That means hair sellers can call their hair anything they want — and no one checks if it’s true.
New Labels, Same Hair
If you've stayed in the hair industry long enough, I believe you have noticed something strange:
Every few years, new terminologies poped up.
- First it was remy hair
- Then came virgin hair
- Then single donor hair
- Now it’s raw hair
But think about it — did people suddenly discover a new type of hair?
Of course not. Human hair is a natural product.
It’s not like phones or computers — it doesn’t get updated every few years.
These new terms are created purely for marketing. The hair stays the same — only the labels change.
Online Sellers Only Care About Clicks
Most hair sellers today sell online, so they focus on one thing only: search traffic.
If “remy hair” is trending, they put it in the product title.
If “virgin hair” gets popular, they switch to "virgin hair".
If “raw hair” or “single donor hair” becomes a hot keyword, they swith again.
As for whether their hair is truly remy, virgin, raw, or single donor — they couldn’t care less.
Even terms like:
- Brazilian hair
- Malaysian hair
- Peruvian hair
These are mostly made-up. They don’t reflect real origin or quality — they’re just labels to attract clicks.
Grading System & Density System Are Often Fake Too
The same thing happens with Grading System & Density System too:
- Hair grading systems
- Lace piece/wig density system
If you’ve been buying human hair for a while, you’ve probably seen this:
- A Grade 6A bundle from one seller is better than a so-called Grade 10A from another.
- A lace closure or wig marked 180% density is thinner than someone else’s 120%.
Why? Because there’s no industry standard. Sellers can write whatever they want — and no one will stop them.
How to Protect Yourself as a Buyer
Here’s the truth:
Anyone can say anything.
So you’ve got to be extra cautious when buying human hair.
1. Don’t fall for fancy words like “remy,” “virgin,” or “raw.”
Instead, trust the brand — and check how long they’ve been around.
Some dishonest sellers change their name frequently just to erase the bad reputation.
If it’s a brand-new store with no track record, be extra cautious.
2. Don’t trust every review.
Many reviews on seller websites — or from influencers — are sponsored.
Instead, look for real, unpaid reviews from actual customers on independent platforms.
3. Check if the seller stands behind their hair.
Do they offer a real guarantee?
Do they have a policy that protects you if the hair sheds or tangles after use?
Watch out for these red flags:
- “All sales are final”
- “Returns only if unused and in original condition”
“Returns only if unused and in original condition” sounds fair — but it mostly protects the seller, not you.
Why? Because most customers can’t judge the real quality just by looking or touching — you need to wear it for several washes to find out.
So many dishonest sellers take advantage of that.
They send you low-quality hair, and when it starts tangling or shedding after a few wears, they fall back on the "returns only if unused" policy as an excuse.
Some even blame you, saying you didn't take care of the hair properly.
We've also seen plenty of hair sellers use this line:
"Hair is a hygienic product. Federal law prohibits returns if used."
That’s ridiculous — they’re just using it to dodge responsibility.
Bottom Line: Trust Actions, Not Words
Don’t fall for the label games.
Pay attention to what the seller actually offers.
A good seller won’t hide behind excuses — they’ll stand behind their product, even after it’s been used.