Know Your Fiber: Human Hair

Hello! Today we are going to complete our hair fiber series by covering all things Human Hair. Let's get started!

You are scrolling through the different styles and colors on our website and have fallen in love with a human hair piece, but you have so many questions.

What does "Remy" mean? How do I care for a human hair hair piece? What is the difference between human hair and standard synthetic? How do I know if human hair is the right choice for me?

Let me help you answer all those questions!

What are the benefits of choosing Human Hair? 

Human hair is going to be the most customizable option in comparison to other hair fibers. Whether you want to be able to heat style your hair piece or have it professionally colored, human hair is a great option!

There are also lots of great styling products available for human hair that can change up your look as well. For example, Jon Renau In Tone Violet Shampoo allows you to customize your blonde human hair from a warm-toned blonde to a cooler-toned blonde from the comfort of your home with a simple wash!

Are you loving those beach waves that are so popular right now? Check out Jon Renau Boho Beach Mist to give your human hair a nice textured wave without having to go to the beach. With so many customization options, you can create a look as unique as you are! 

Along with the customization factor, human hair is going to look very natural. The look and feel of human hair is undeniably gorgeous. The colors blend beautifully, and the texture is so smooth and silky.

The way the hair moves so naturally is hard to replicate in its synthetic sisters. Human hair will also have greater longevity, so you can keep your beautiful hair with you for anywhere from 1-2 years.

What are some important things to consider when looking at Human Hair?

Human hair has some clear benefits, but there are a few things you may want to think about before hitting "Add to Cart". Because human hair is so customizable and natural, it does require some up-keep to be sure the fibers stay looking their best!

Unlike synthetic hair, the style is not "pre-set". This means when your hair needs a wash, it will require some styling time! Some of you reading may hear this and get excited for the endless possibilities human hair will bring. Maybe you love to do your hair every morning, and the thought of having so many options makes you do a happy cheer!

Others of you hear the words "styling," and the thought of needing to style your hair after each wash tires you. You like to style your hair, but you want something simple for days when you just want to run out the door. Whatever end of the spectrum you land on is okay! Though it may take some time, human hair is still a worthwhile option!

What does the term "Remy" mean? 

While you have been searching through human hair wigs, you have seen the words "Remy" and "Non-Remy"; but what does the term "Remy" mean? Well, when human hair is collected, it comes from multiple sources and is combined to create a hair piece. The term "Remy" refers to the process the hair undergoes during the collection stage.

Remy human hair is collected with the strands of hair all facing the same direction from root to tip. This process keeps the cuticles from tangling while the piece is worn. It also keeps the hair in the most natural state. 

Non-Remy human hair is also collected from multiple sources, but the cuticle is removed so that the hair does not tangle. You will notice that Remy human hair will be more expensive than its counterparts due to the time it takes to collect and process the hair.

Why does human hair color look different than synthetic?

Say you receive your brand-new human hair wig that you bought it in your favorite synthetic shade. You open the box and instantly see a color difference! What happened? 

Human hair naturally has red and yellow undertones, which is why you will notice it is warmer than synthetic. When human hair is collected, it is typically brunette. In order to achieve a new color, the human hair undergoes a lightening process where it is lifted to the lightest level, being a 613, which is a pale yellow.

Then the hair is dyed to achieve the new color. Human hair also naturally has red and yellow undertones, which will also contribute to the warmth.

Here are a few examples of synthetic fibers next to Human hair! You'll see the swatches on the left (synthetic) are overall cooler than the swatches on the right (human hair).

Synthetic VS Human Hair

How do I care for Human Hair?

You have leaped and purchased a human hair wig! You open the box, and it is exactly what you were hoping it to be. Now that you have decided this is a great fit, you've decided to start wearing and styling it. Here are some care tips and tricks from our Hair Care Team to help protect your investment!