How to Distinguish Remi Hair from other Synthetic Hair Types

Remy hair is the highest-quality artificial hair. What sets it apart from other synthetic weaves, wigs, and extensions is that the outermost layer of human hair bundles known as the cuticle is not removed as in other types of weaves. This gives Remy hair that close-to-natural appearance that other synthetic products can barely achieve. There is fairly little processing involved, so the hair is virtually as natural as it gets.



Many people, when selecting weaves and extensions, want to purchase this kind of material but cannot tell which products on sale is the authentic virgin hair bundles. There are actually several ways to tell the genuine from the counterfeit, and the natural from the synthetic.



First of all, Remy hair is considerably expensive, and can cost up to a hundred dollars max. If the weave is fairly cheap or rather affordable, then that's one clue that it's not the real deal. Also, the hair strands are supposed to be lighter at the tips than at the root portions. This is because of the fact that during its manufacture, the hair cuticles are made to align with one another so that they all face the same direction.



Colored genuine virgin hair isn't the same with other synthetic weaves, simply because the colors come naturally. They are actually the human hair weave bundles with closure color of the hair donor. Consequently, the color will not be uniform throughout the entire hair bundle, as it is with natural hair. There will be varying natural highlights of different shades of the overall color, and it is expected that one can spot strands of graying hair every once in a while.



Another way to tell the genuine from the counterfeit is to take note of the texture. Remy hair isn't overly smooth and silky; it has a coarser texture to it, much like that of natural hair. Synthetic products are usually treated with silicone to get the strands to shine, and when running the fingers through the strands this extra layer of chemicals can actually be felt.



Non virgin hair gets abnormally heavy when it gets wet. Virgin hair, however, retains its natural curls and waves and is relatively lighter than the synthetic material. Since it is practically natural hair, it responds to water the way natural hair does. There are some other products, however, that remain curled and wavy even when washed. This must not be mistaken for virgin hair, as other brands offer wavy hair that is neither Remi nor virgin.



When deciding to purchase a weave, people usually resort to the synthetic material, as it is more affordable and easy on the pocket. There is still, however, the matter of quality and durability, not to mention that of appearance and style. Wearing a synthetic weave can attract the kind of attention that is unwanted, and can cause people to stare. This can greatly impact a person's self-esteem and the way he or she socializes with others especially when wearing the weave. The pros and cons must always be weighed in, and genuine Remy hair must always be accurately distinguished from the counterfeits.