I've been really busy lately and my bright idea of doing weekly blog entries has fallen to the last item on my things to do list! Most of you know how busy I am with work, hair and, well...hair!

A lot of you have been asking questions about premium quality virgin hair. There are two types of Indian Hair: VIRGIN INDIAN (UNPROCESSED) & INDIAN REMY (PROCESSED)

VIRGIN INDIAN (UNPROCESSED) - Hair that is in its natural state, has not been processed, and has no chemicals added to it. It is cut then sewn directly to the weft. Being this hair is virgin Indian hair, it will only come in colors between a 1B and sometimes a #2. This hair is 100% natural, so there is no damage to the cuticles. No other processing is done.

INDIAN REMY (PROCESSED HAIR) - Hair that has been processed. It is processed by adding color, perms, and/or different textures. Keep in mind, there is still a distinct difference from the hair that you get in your local beauty store.

1. It is Indian Hair - not Asian hair found in beauty supply stores

2. After processing, it still holds its quality

3. It is reusable because of its quality

Keep in mind that when converting from regular beauty supply store (BSS) hair to virgin hair (processed or non- processed) it?s important to know that virgin hair takes a bit more work and maintenance. A major concern for the Virgin Indian Unprocessed is that it doesn't come in any particular color, but because it is virgin hair, it can be permanently colored. Processed Indian Remy hair can be purchased on most sites that sell premium hair in different colors, but it's usually more expensive. Also, Virgin Indian hair has a very distinct texture. Usually on the soft and silky side. It's also thinner in texture than processed hair you find in BSS stores. Indian Remy Processed comes in a variety of textures ranging from silky to relaxed straight (which mimics permed African American hair). Confused yet?

I am gathering samples of different types of Virgin Indian and Indian Remy hair (from various online vendors) that I will keep on hand to give a better example of the differences.

Remember, all hair is not created for everybody. Meaning, some don't like the extra work it takes to maintain virgin hair (whether processed or unprocessed). Virgin hair can also be quite costly, depending on which vendor you order from online. If you're considering making the leap to Virgin Hair, I ask that you consider all of the pros and cons and make an informed decision on what will work best for you and your weave needs.