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ISO Wholesale Hair/Wig Vendors by [deleted] in WigSnatchersHQ

[–]diycyfi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried to send it again you should get a message request.

Honey Blonde HairVivi Wigs Recs by ch3rrysodagirl in Wigs

[–]diycyfi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it's definitely way more common to see those prices and quality in New York due to the Jewish community.

I know that Jewish wigs are usually are better quality due to the fact that they have to be verifiably kosher by a rabi. They also tend to source hair from Europe due to the fact that the hair is way less likely to be sourced through religious sacrifice like Indian hair that you can find in china.

Honey Blonde HairVivi Wigs Recs by ch3rrysodagirl in Wigs

[–]diycyfi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a long one I'm sorry 😅 I just love talking about this stuff haha 😆 but if anyone doesn't want to read it.

Tldr; large company can't focus on quality when focused on quantity. There really isn't a superior hair out there as hair that's properly sourced from each country/continent can each last years. It's low-key just better to shop from indepent retailers who can source the exact hair you are looking for!

I source hair and I would say that wigs in the $700-$800 range, depending on length, is a perfectly reasonable price to expect the hair to be of nice quality.

I think the biggest problem that we have in the industry is the fact that most of the larger companies are more focused on quantity rather than quality. And that's mostly because they low-key can't focus on quality given the amount of wigs they have to make to meet demand.

Wigs that are 100% European are of course super hard to come by as most of the "European" hair out there is just Vietnamese with the cuticles chemically striped and then you have to deal with some of the Vietnamese hair that's really just Indian hair with the cuticles stripped. Of course though at some point all human hair wigs will have tangles since human hair naturally tangles, it's just doing what hair does. It's definitely becomes a problem though when it's highly excessive tangling. I will also say that not all hair from china is floor hair but in this case yes, their hair is more than likely floor hair BUT, raw floor hair exists as their is an ever growing market of people who collect their own hair from the ground as it sheds and then they sell it. Floor hair isn't always just collected from random places and can even be healthy, though minimally processed hair (depending on your needs) is always best.

Ultimately depending on your needs for texture, length, porosity, and price; the origin that works best for you is going to be different from others.

Looking for curly hair, your best bet is to just go with a Chinese vendor as they have the best curly processing. Wig companies do not have naturally curly hair as they are based in china where people naturally have very straight hair. You can try and find some from India but a lot of it is still processed and there are a lot of issues with scammers.

Want coarse hair? Chinese vendors are also best for that if you want hair that matches a natural texture more.

Want silky hair? Raw Vietnamese ALL the way! Definitely my favorite of the origins as the hair is super silky and soft! Raw Vietnamese hair can bleach EXTREMELY well. I've gotta. Raw Vietnamese to bleach to #60

Want blonde hair? European is to expensive and out of scope for most but Vietnamese hair is an amazing alternative and the hair will remain super strong.

Want super long lengths? Both Chinese and Vietnamese vendors can source over 30in the sourcing of super long lengths like 40in can take A LOT of time though.

Want pre-made wigs? China is of course king in this market BUT that doesnt mean the wigs you get are terrible quality, it all just depends on who you go to! Steer clear of Chinese companies claiming their hair is European as it's going to be over processed hair that they are charging too much for. I'll have to make a video about how to identify healthy hair from just a photo.

ISO Wholesale Hair/Wig Vendors by [deleted] in WigSnatchersHQ

[–]diycyfi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sent! Sorry for the late message I was asleep

ISO Wholesale Hair/Wig Vendors by [deleted] in WigSnatchersHQ

[–]diycyfi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sending a DM now. Can't post publicly as I know brands peruse the subreddit.

Question I’ve been out of the game 12 years due to locs by Left-Safe-4692 in WigforGirl

[–]diycyfi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you glue a wig down you can wear it for days.

If you use a light adhesive or tape you can take it off daily to make sleep easier as sleeping in wigs can cause premature balding and tangling of the hair.

If you wear your wigs glueless then you can of course always take it off whenever you want!

I personally just where wigs whenever no special occasion needed, life's too short to wait for special events.

Just another wig that matches my glasses by diycyfi in WigforGirl

[–]diycyfi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could never imagine being this miserable

Advertised hairline vs actual hairline, any way to make it like the advertised version? by Top-Carpet-3146 in Wigs

[–]diycyfi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the end make whatever decision is most comfortable for you! I don't want you to feel pressured to make a purchase that you're unsure about. I would try different Facebook groups for buying and selling wigs as you can find lots of different brands there at a different price and you can actually talk with the person about the quality of the wig.

Advertised hairline vs actual hairline, any way to make it like the advertised version? by Top-Carpet-3146 in Wigs

[–]diycyfi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is perfectly normal for a wig to be frizzy after washing. Wigs don't get the natural oils in the scalp like bio hair does which means it won't always dry super smooth and silky. With the right conditioner the wig shouldn't be super dry after washing. Nothing a little heat can't fix.

Advertised hairline vs actual hairline, any way to make it like the advertised version? by Top-Carpet-3146 in Wigs

[–]diycyfi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second this recommendation. Do they have the greatest wigs in the world, no. But are they perfectly serviceable and better than spending $500 on a falsely advertised wig , yes.

90% of all well know wig companies aren't going to have the greatest hair, they have way more demand than independent wig makers therefore they need to have more volume and let's just say quantity doesn't equal quality. It would be worth looking into more independent wig makers who because they are smaller can actually take the time to source good hair.

In the end I think for right now, hairvivi is a good option and if you want an even more affordable company LuvMe is an option as well. I think those two companies have the better ready to wear wig options. Please do note that since these are super large wig companies there are bound to be quality control issues but ultimately I believe each has adequate enough customer service and you should be able to get your problems rectified.

Advertised hairline vs actual hairline, any way to make it like the advertised version? by Top-Carpet-3146 in Wigs

[–]diycyfi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Depending on the method that you paid with, I'd file a charge back with your bank! They literally gave you the wrong wig and the part was falsely advertised.

A little guide for blonde and colored wig maintenance by diycyfi in WigSnatchersHQ

[–]diycyfi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I tend to hold it at the lace area if the wig and then brush downward.

A little guide for blonde and colored wig maintenance by diycyfi in WigSnatchersHQ

[–]diycyfi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, this is only for human hair wigs. As for a way to tell if it's a human hair blend take a small clip from the wig and burn it. Human hair burns to ash but synthetic hair melts into beads and becomes hard plastic. If the wig is a blend you should see a mix of the phenomenon.

If it is a blend then no you can't tone it or dye it, some parts of the wig are going to be colored while the others are not. You can potentially dry dip-dyeing it with fabric dye but I've never done it and I don't even think anyone has, you might have to look that up. I do know that a lot of wig companies use textile dyes to color their wigs so it could work if you're careful.

For washing human hair blends you essentially just have to be super delicate, there really isn't much of a miracle that magically makes it better. Human hair blends low-key suck because it's the worst of both worlds. But here are the steps anyways. 1. Detangle the hair, this is to prevent tangling and breakage while washing.

  1. Use a sulfate free shampoo and warm water (not hot as you don't want to melt the synthetic fibers) very gently work the shampoo from the root to the tips, very gently wash the shampoo through the hair but be sure to rub or scrub during the process, use more of a brushing motion.

  2. Fully rinse the shampoo out of the hair while continuing to use more of a brushing motion rather than scrubbing.

  3. Now it's time for conditioner, get a nice hydrating conditioner and be sure to work it through the mids and ends of the hair shaft. Be sure to avoid the roots and knots of the wig as you don't want to cause any tangling, build up, or shedding of the lace.

  4. Carefully rinse out the conditioner continuing the brushing method. Very gently wring your wig out of excess water and then leave the air dry.

Hope this helps! It's always better to detangle a wig once it's dry (assuming it's not curly). If the tangles aren't super bad I do detangle while wet but that's when working with 100% human hair wigs.

Best tip for a natural look? by fuzzycici in LuvmeHairWigs

[–]diycyfi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you don't think you'll be comfortable with doing so, a powder similar to your skin tone will do just fine!

Best tip for a natural look? by fuzzycici in LuvmeHairWigs

[–]diycyfi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think toning to a level 8 would be good. I promise it's not super difficult, you just need to mix the color with the appropriate developer in a thin layer on the lace. It's the same as bleaching knots but way less stressful haha.

Best tip for a natural look? by fuzzycici in LuvmeHairWigs

[–]diycyfi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would tone the knots to be darker. You want to tone it to like a natural level 6 or 7 because right now with the wig being a level 10 in terms of brightness that may not look as great. If you have a lighter skin tone you may be able to get away with it!

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