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Remy Hair - How to Shop for It Wisely?

What Is Remy Hair?

Remy hair is not a brand name, but rather a general term for high-quality human hair strands.  The name originates from the French hair trading family, Remy, historically known for processing and trading high-quality human hair.

Remy hair,also spelled Remi hair, is a high-quality type of human hair characterized by the fact that all the hair strands have their cuticles aligned in the same direction, like fish scales.  This makes it less prone to tangling, gives it a smooth feel, and provides a natural shine, making it an excellent material for producing high-quality hairpieces and extensions. 

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Remy Hair Exposed: Why You Need to Watch This Before You Buy

Denise, who has suffered from hair loss for over 20 years. Over the years, she has tried a wide variety of wigs, hair extensions in different styles and materials, and has gained a deep understanding of hairpieces along the way. Now, let's take a look at her insights on Remy hair:

Where Does Remy Hair Come From?

The source of Remy hair:

It usually comes from whole bundles of braided hair that have been cut off, ensuring the integrity of the hair.

The raw materials can come from different countries, such as India, Vietnam, and China.  Hair quality varies slightly depending on the region (for example, Chinese and Vietnamese hair is slightly coarser than Indian hair).Click here to arrived at Indian Remy Hair.

Is Remy Hair Human Hair?

Yes, all hair referred to as "Remy hair" is real human hair, because only real human hair has hair roots and cuticles. The wig market is currently highly competitive, with many vendors enhancing product quality to build customer trust. A large portion of their wigs, hair weaves, and hair extensions are made from Remy hair.

What Is Remy Hair Wig?

Remy hair wigs, as the name suggests, have all the hair cuticles intact and aligned in the same direction, preventing tangling. They are softer and more natural than non-Remy human hair wigs, with a better appearance and feel, and a longer lifespan. 

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Remy Hair Vs No-Remy Hair

They are all human hair, but the only essential difference between them is that in Remy hair, all the hair strands have their roots aligned in the same direction, while in non-Remy hair, the strands are mixed up and some are reversed (root to tip).

This difference leads to significant variations in their performance during use. Check the differences below:

Feature Remy Hair Non-Remy Hair
Cuticle Alignment All aligned in same direction Mixed, not aligned
Smoothness Very smooth, shiny Prone to tangling, dull
Durability Long-lasting (2-4 years+) Shorter lifespan (1-2 years)
Maintenance Easy to comb, low frizz Hard to detangle, frizzy
Styling Can be dyed, curled easily Limited styling options
Price Expensive Affordable
Fell Natural, lightweight Can feel rough/heavy

How To Identify Remy Hair?

The method for distinguishing them is as follows: in natural, undyed hair, the roots are dark, and the ends are slightly dry and yellowish, or may have split ends.  Dyed hair, on the other hand, tends to be more elastic.

In short, choosing Remy hair means: less tangling, easier maintenance, longer lifespan, and a more natural look. It is the preferred material for high-end wigs, extensions, and hairpieces, though it comes at a higher price point.