What's the difference between remy and non-remy hair?  |  Remeehair.com

1.simplest form, hair is collected in different ways than non-hair.

Remy hair is bundled up or put in rubber bands before it is cut and collected. So all the hair of remy hair flows naturally from the same direction from root to the tip, the cuticles of the hair do not get roughed up as much and stay smooth, this is supposed to help with matting, especially in humid temperatures or after washing.

Non-remy hair is hair that does not have it’s roots aligned (Roots and tips not traveling in the same direction). It is collected simply shear hair from the head, and put it in a bag without regard to the way the cuticle layers of the hair line up. Since the cuticle runs in both directions it requires a higher concentration of acid. Eventually resulting in hair with very low moisture, leading to dry straw-like hair.

2.The cuticle is an important part of determining if the human hair is “Remy” vs. “Non-Remy.”

Remy hair cuticles are kept intact, it looks more natural due to the tedious process that the hair goes through to not damage the cuticle. This process ensures that the hair remains super soft, shiny, silky and completely tangle-free throughout its lifetime. It blends really well with your natural hair, can be styled and treated like your real hair

Non-remy hair-Because the cuticle runs in both directions, in order for Non-remy hair to be used in finished hair products, the cuticle has to be removed first. To remove the cuticle, the hair is soaked in large extremely corrosive acid baths which can damage hair permanently, it is unable to tolerate color treatment or heat.

3.Remy hair is expensive and looks more natural due to the tedious process that the hair goes through to not damage the cuticle. Non- Remy hair is readily available and is cheaper than remy human hair.

4.Remy hair lasts up to a year or more with proper care. Non-remy hair doesn’t last long and cannot be reused.[more]