Raw vs Virgin Hair: What They’re Not Telling You (But We Will)

So here’s the tea, queens, everyone is talking about raw and virgin hair like they’re interchangeable. But if you’re investing in luxury hair, you deserve the truth (and the good hair days to match). Luckily for you, Crown & Silk doesn’t gate-keep.

Let’s get into it.

Raw Hair: The Real MVP

Think of raw hair as the couture gown of extensions. It’s 100% unprocessed, unsteamed, and untreated. What you get is exactly what grew from the head of one single donor. The texture? Natural. The pattern? Unique. The quality? Chef’s kiss.

But here’s what they don’t tell you: not all hair labeled “raw” is actually raw. If it’s bone-straight or has perfectly identical curl patterns across bundles, that’s a red flag. Real raw hair isn’t uniform. No two donors are the same, so no two bundles should be either.

Virgin Hair: Still Luxe, Just More Polished

Virgin hair used to mean hair that’s never been processed. But in today’s market, virgin usually refers to hair that has been slightly processed to create a consistent texture and appearance. It’s still 100% real human hair, it just had a little help looking runway-ready.

And honestly? That’s not a bad thing. Virgin hair is perfect if you want a uniform look with less daily maintenance. At Crown & Silk, all our virgin hair is ethically sourced and heat-steamed only — no harsh chemicals, ever.

Why This Matters

Because transparency is everything. You should know exactly what you’re investing in, especially when your crown is involved. Whether you choose raw for that undetectable, ultra-natural finish or virgin for the ease and consistency, what matters most is that your hair is high quality, honestly sourced, and treated with care.

And That’s Where We Come In 

At Crown & Silk, we source our raw hair directly from verified donors in Vietnam, India, and Cambodia. Our virgin hair? Exclusively Vietnamese and always double drawn, full, and flawless. No middlemen. No funny business. Just luxury hair made for the girls who know.

Final Thoughts?

Raw or virgin, your crown deserves quality. So the next time you see those too-perfect bundles being passed off as "raw," remember what you learned here. Ask questions. Demand receipts. And never settle for anything less than regal.

XOXO, Crown & Silk