What Are Virgin Hair Bundles? Understanding the Basics

From the name, you might already have an idea of what the concept is.

Virgin Hair Bundles are the holy grail of natural, sleek hair extensions. As a woman, one of my personal fixation is having beautiful, long hair. But if wishes were horses, I would whip that up in a moment.

To satisfy my cravings, I will go for natural bundles instead. And it doesn’t get any more natural than virgin hair bundles. They are the single most popular hair bundle in the market.

Also, they are likely a great starting point if you want to go into hair extensions!

But what are virgin hair bundles? How do they work? What are their benefits?

How do they compare to other extension types? 

Welcome to Virgin Hair Bundles 101. Private Label will be taking the class today. 

This comprehensive guide will explore everything you need about virgin hair bundles, from their definition and characteristics to maintenance tips and styling options.

Your first assignment is to check out Private Label’s wide range of virgin hair bundles.

What Are Virgin Hair Bundles?

Virgin hair bundles are 100% human hair that has never been chemically processed or altered.

Emphasis on chemical processing because, like raw hair, virgin hair may undergo slight processing to ensure its cuticles are aligned so they face the same way.

This means virgin hair retains natural texture, color, and healthy cuticles.

Virgin hair is sourced in large numbers from countries like India, Burma, Vietnam, and Mongolia and shipped to China for processing and packaging. In other spaces, people may refer to virgin hair as “fallen hair” because manufacturers get them in bunches.

How Virgin Hair Is Made

Firstly, you want to know about natural hair. Hair has an outermost layer called a cuticle.

The hair cuticle is made from dead cells that form scales to protect the hair’s innermost layers. But why am I telling you this? Virgin hair is obtained from donors who donate their hair.

In India, hair donation is done at a temple in the context of a religion or to sell it.

Virgin hair is collected in a way that does not align the cuticles. Hair like this easily tangles and roughens up.

But this is not the story with virgin hair; some steps remain to achieve the results you see today. After collection, the hair is soaked in a solution that softens and tenderizes the cuticles, making them more flexible. 

Then, using a heavy-duty machine, the cuticles realign so they face the same direction. This realignment creates the virgin hair we see today. The hair is carefully wefted or bundled together. 

To achieve different textures, such as straight, wavy, or Kinky Curly Hair Bundles, the hair may undergo gentle steam processing.

This process uses steam to set the natural wave or curl pattern of the hair without using harsh chemicals—no bleach, no acid bath, and no harsh dyes. So, the hair remains virgin. 

Features of Virgin Hair Bundles

Virgin hair bundles have many stand-out factors. First, virgin hair is natural and looks and feels like your own hair.

Because it hasn’t been exposed to harsh chemicals or treatments, the cuticles remain intact, allowing light to reflect off the hair’s surface to give you that shiny appearance. It is also designed to adapt to situations where natural hair might not hold up.

For example, it does not easily frizz up in humid conditions. Virgin hair is also available in various textures to match our spectrum of hair types, including straight, wavy, curly, and Kinky Straight Hair Bundles. This feeds into the hair’s natural selling point as well.

For instance, the Brazilian Kinky Curly Bundles are a natural girlies sure plug look.

Or even better, the Yaki Straight Bundles.  You might also approach the hair as a blank canvas.

Virgin hair quickly takes on styling variations like coloring, heating, etc. One of the critical benefits of virgin hair is its ability to be dyed or bleached, specifically to a honey-blonde color 27.  Since it has not been previously treated with chemicals, it can accept color well.

An example is the Russian Blonde Body Wave Bundles, which can be straightened unsurprisingly. Straight virgin hair can also be converted to a curly version by gentle styling processes that preserve its integrity.

The Brazilian Deep Wave Hair Bundles are a testament to that. Next is the durability of the hair. Since chemical treatments haven’t weakened virgin hair strands, they are less prone to breakage and damage.

We keep emphasizing the no-chemical thing, but this is the selling point; it makes all the difference with the hair. With proper virgin hair care, virgin hair bundles can last six months to over a year.

The hair generally experiences minimal weave shedding and tangling, which adequate care and maintenance can further minimize.

The lifespan depends on maintenance practices such as regular washing, conditioning, and careful storage.

The Difference Between Virgin Hair Bundles and Other Bundles

Other types of hair bundles in the market offer just as much or even more than virgin hair bundles.

For instance, raw hair is frequently compared to virgin hair. Raw hair is even less processed than virgin hair. Virgin hair has had its cuticles stripped off, but raw hair is mostly just cuticle alignment to make it face the same way. 

One significant difference is the price implication. Virgin hair bundles are pretty cost-effective compared to raw hair.

In addition, processed hair bundles may have limitations in terms of styling options.

For example, they may not take well to further chemical treatments or heat styling, and their lifespan may be shorter than that of virgin hair bundles.

Maintenance Tips for Virgin Hair Bundles

As with all hair extensions, maintenance makes the difference. As I mentioned before, virgin hair has a shelf life of over a year, but it will not reach that if it is not handled correctly.

Here are some helpful ways to manage virgin hair bundles.

• Washing: Wash the hair bundles with a sulfate-free shampoo and lukewarm water. Gently massage the scalp and rinse thoroughly.
• Conditioning: Apply a moisturizing conditioner from mid-length to ends, avoiding the roots. Leave it on briefly before rinsing with cool water to seal the cuticles.
• Detangling: Use a wide-tooth comb or your fingers to gently detangle the hair, starting from the ends and working your way up to the roots.
• Styling: To prevent damage, minimize heat styling and use heat-protectant products when necessary. Opt for styles that are gentle on the hair.
• Storage: Store virgin hair bundles in a cool, dry place when not in use. Secure them in a silk hair extensions bag or on a hanger to avoid tangling.

Virgin Hair Bundles Takeaways

Your hair journey is incomplete if you have not experienced the pleasure of trying virgin hair bundles.

Order one from Private Label and explore the many looks you can achieve with it!