THE QUEEN Z SCOOP

We realise that understanding the different terms that are used to try and explain hair quality is complicated and we want to try and simplify things for our amazing clients so that you can better understand exactly what hair quality you are buying. Virgin hair vs remy hair, remy hair vs non-remy hair, hair grades 10A,11A,12A etc, brazilian and peruvian hair - what does it all mean? Don't worry we are sure that if you take the time to read this article that you will have a much better understanding and will be able to make an informed decision as to what the best hair choice is for you!  There are 4 main categories of human hair that largely determine hair quality which we will explain below. These categories are: 1. Raw Hair, 2. Virgin Hair, 3. Remy Hair and 4. Non-Remy Hair. Once we have explained these categories we will discuss the different hair grades and where words such as brazilian and peruvian hair fit in and will also speak about the importance of understanding Hair Density!  Please note that two most popular collections of hair that Hair Majesty sells is: Virgin Hair and Remy Hair. We also sell Raw Hair that clients can specifically order based on their requirements. Raw Hair This refers to human hair that has not undergone any form of processing of treatments, whether it be chemical or steam processing. Raw hair is collected directly from an individual donors and all the hair strands are aligned in the same direction and the hair cuticles are in tact and aligned in the same direction which prevents tangling. Generally, raw hair can dye to any colour including bleach blonde (colour 613). Raw hair is extremely expensive (18" bundles for example could cost anywhere between R2000 and R4000 per bundle) and the vast majority of raw hair is purchased by European and American markets due to it being so expensive. Hardly any raw hair is sold in South Africa and if you will likely be paying in the region of R12 000 – R15000 for a wig. In our opinion, the benefit of raw hair vs the cost is not worth it for most clients but if budget is not an issue then this is of course fantastic quality hair to consider. Virgin Hair Please see our Virgin Hair collection. Virgin hair refers to human hair that has not been processed or chemically treated in any way. The hair cuticles are in tact and are aligned in the same direction which prevents tangling and shedding. Virgin hair is generally more consistent in terms of length and texture compared to raw hair but has not necessarily been collected from a single donor and because of this the price of virgin hair is considerably less than raw hair. This hair should be able to colour well and you should be able to dye the hair to a colour 27 (which is a medium blonde). Only raw hair is usually gauranteed to be able to dye to a colour 613 (which is a bleach blonde). It is important however for clients to bear in mind that any time you colour hair that the hair does get slightly damaged, so if you prefer light blonde styles we would recommend to rather buy a style that has been professionally pre-dyed rather than spending a significant amount of budget on a very high-quality wig and then risk it being damaged when you try to dye it to a light blondes.   Remy Hair Please see our Remy Hair collection. Remy hair refers to quality human hair that has hair cuticles intact and that are aligned in the same direction to ensure a natural look and feel. Remy hair may have undergone slight processing whether it be dying or perming the hair or slight chemical processing. In essence all virgin hair is remy hair, but not all remy hair is virgin.  The vast majority of remy hair that is available in South Africa has undergone some form of processing and because of this it is usually much cheaper than Virgin hair. Remy hair should be able to take colour but usually can only dye to brown shades and not to blondes. In terms of value for money vs hair quality, Remy hair is a great option and it is the hair quality that most women who have purchased human hair globally would likely have purchased. Non-Remy Hair As mentioned above we do not sell Non-Remy hair but that does not mean that this quality should not be considered especially for clients who have a strict budget. Non-Remy hair is human hair that has had the cuticles removed using chemicals or has cuticles that are intact but they are not aligned in the same direction and therefore there is a higher risk of tangling and the hair has a less natural appearance. The chemical process to remove the cuticles usually results in hair that has lower moisture. Be aware of brands that use a lot of silicone to mask this because as soon as the hair is washed and the silicone removed the hair could be very dry and tangle easily. We do not recommend dying non-remy hair. Non-Remy hair is much cheaper than Remy and Virgin hair and therefore from a budget perspective may be the best option for some clients. There is nothing wrong with non-remy hair as long as clients are aware of what they are purchasing and realise that non-remy hair will not last as long as remy or virgin hair. Hair Grades So now that we have a better understanding of the different qualities of hair where do hair grades (10A, 12A, etc) and words such as Brazilian and Peruvian fit in? Historically hair grades have been a way for brands to differentiate between the hair qualities we listed above. So in that sense, it does offer clients some information about the differences in hair quality of one specific brand but you should never think for example that one company's 14A grade is better than another company's 12A. Nothing stops a company from saying they sell 15A or even 100A :) You need to understand what quality you are buying. See our Summary table below  Brazilian and Peruvian hair Similar to how brands try to differentiate their hair quality using grades, historically within the hair industry brazilian and peruvian hair has been a way to differentiate between hair quality. In South Africa for example if a brand sells more than one type of quality they will most likely call their higher quality "Peruvian" and their next best quality "Brazilian". In order to increase the ease of shopping for our clients and because terminology such as "Brazilian" and "Peruvian" is so generally used by clients globally we have taken the decision to label our different qualities as follows: Virgin Hair - Peruvian Collection Remy Hair - Brazilian Collection   The importance of Hair Density The volume or density of hair used in making wigs has a huge impact on the ultimate look and feel of your wig. Just because two brands say they are both selling virgin hair does not mean that they are the same quality because one brand may use great density hair and the other a much lower density and hence the final look could be completely different. At Hair Majesty for all of our wigs we only use highest quality hair and we always ensure that the density and volume of our wigs is the best possible. So you can be assured that any wig that you purchase from us will have fantastic density! For clients who prefer very high density wigs we do also offer an option to have your wig made using our Double Drawn hair as can be seen in our Queen Z Double Drawn Collection. For more info on what double drawn hair is please see our blog article on Double Drawn hair.   We really hope that this has helped your understanding of the differences in hair qualities and the difference between virgin and remy hair as well as the difference between brazilian and peruvian hair and the different hair grades. Please get in touch with us if there is anything you need assistance with before your first or next Hair Majesty wig purchase! Please also see our Summary Table below: RAW VIRGIN REMY NON-REMY Sold by Hair Majesty YES -  custom orders only YES YES NO From Single Donor YES NO NO NO Unprocessed Hair YES YES Very slightly processed NO Cuticles intact & aligned in the same direction YES YES YES NO Can Colour to Any Colour (including colour 613) Colour 27 (medium blonde) Colour 27 (medium blonde) Colouring not recommended Hair will last (assuming proper care) 2+ years 1 - 2 years +- 1 year 6 months Great for Clients without budget constraints that want their hair to dye to any colour and to last years Clients that want fantastic quality hair that will last years but that is cheaper than raw hair (recommended) Clients that want great quality hair at fantastic prices (recommended) Clients that want the cheapest possible human hair Hair Majesty collection name Custom orders only Peruvian Collection Brazilian Collection   Price Range R12 000 - R20 000 R3000 - R9500 R1500 - R5500 R800 - R2000

Hair Majesty by DJ Zinhle is excited to announce the launch of our most-luxurious and premium collection yet… Introducing our QUEEN Z Collection - Quality doesn't get better than this! Inspired by DJ Zinhle's love of quality and luxury, what truly sets our QUEEN Z Double-Drawn Collection apart, is that each wig is made to perfection using the finest quality Double-Drawn VIETNAMESE and PERUVIAN hair - hair famous for its astonishing volume, shine and durability.  Using our premium quality Vietnamese and Peruvian hair coupled with our double-drawn technique is what makes these wigs incredible! All the hair is the same length from root-to-tip giving you best possible density and incredible fullness for a truly-voluminous, head-turning look. Our hair is MOVING and when you run your fingers through it, it feels like a thick stream of water falling through your fingers - gorgeously smooth and full!  Available in a variety of styles and lengths, from sleek-and-sophisticated, to glamorous and full-on fire, there's a wig in this collection to suit all tastes!  Our QUEEN Z Collection is now available exclusively online at www.hairmajesty.co.za and at our Hair Majesty Palace at Mall of Africa. Let our team of professional stylists install your QUEEN Z wig to perfection. Please note that our Mall of Africa branch will usually offer a wider variety of QUEEN Z wigs compared to our online store so visit us for the widest variety of styles! Get ready for royalty and like a true Queen Wear The Crown You Deserve

Customizing your lace wig is the best way to make your hairline look as natural as possible which basically means that the hair in the front of your wig will look like it is growing out of your scalp. Wig Customisation involves two main processes: 1. Bleaching your hairline - this makes the knots look more natural 2. Plucking of your Hairline - this gives the hairline a more natural looking appearance as the hair is evenly shaped Both of these processes should only be done by trained professionals as if they are not properly done they can actually damage your wig.  We offer wig customisation as a service for online orders or you have the option of visiting our Mall of Africa branch if you prefer discussing the customisation with one of our stylists first. The bleaching of the knots allows the small dark bulbs used when sewn in, to look almost invisible and achieve a natural look to your wig. It creates a scalp like illusion so that it is easy to style the hair which ever way you want to. This is applied to the closure of the wig. Adding a thick consistency of bleach, making sure not to burn the wig by leaving the product on for too long.  Plucking the wig is essential. This makes sure that the hairline has a smooth transition throughout the hairline area, thus allowing you to easily part your wig and easy styling. Quick and easy, this is the best way to get a wig customised. Pre plucked hairlines also allow you to easily style the hairline area and get more of a 'growing from your scalp' look.  

Here are some helpful tips and tricks for taking care of your Quality Hair Majesty Crown! Hair Majesty only sells the highest quality Brazilian & Peruvian hair so the recommendations below only apply to high quality human hair wigs. Washing Instructions Wash your wig as often as you would your natural hair.   Always use sulphate free shampoos such as Mizani or Design Essentials.  After applying shampoo, gently rinse and then apply conditioner. Comb through (from ends to the roots) with a paddle brush.  Try use minimal products to avoid build up. Rinse with lukewarm water, gently towel dry & then air dry Daily Maintenance  To define your curly & wavy hair use a spray bottle with water. After spraying gently run your fingers through your hair. For more defined waves & curls apply a curl enhancing mousse. We recommend Design Essentials curl enhancing mousse. To keep your straight hair silky use a serum. Apply a small amount by running your fingers gently through your hair. This also assists with maintaining fly aways. We recommend using Design Essentials silk essentials.  Sleep with a satin scarf or satin pillowcase if you have installed your wig. This is to ensure the installation lasts longer. If you have not installed your wig simply place it on a wig stand or in a wig travel bag. Wig Rejuvenation We offer wig rejuvenation services for all Hair Majesty clients and you can either follow an online process where we collect your wig and deliver it back to you or you can visit us at our Mall of Africa branch.  To book your wig rejuvenation please see www.hairmajesty.co.za/products/wig-rejuvenation or you can visit us at our Mall of Africa Palace, for bookings see https://t.ly/f9gu Colouring your Wig Remember that colouring any hair no matter how good the quality will always cause some hair damage so our 1st recommendation is to rather choose a pre-dye wig that you like to avoid causing damage to your amazing crown. Alternatively always ways make use of professional salon services to colour your hair whether you use your own trusted stylist or visit our branch. Use high quality products and do not use box dye