FAQ'S

WHAT IS VIRGIN HAIR?

Virgin Hair is human hair that is in its natural state. No chemical changes, no color, has not been processed, and all cuticles are intact. All hair sold by My Nubian Tresses is virgin hair.

HOW MUCH HAIR DO I NEED?

For a  full sew-in With Virgin hair, you would need approximately 8 to 10 ounces of hair. We recommend buying 2 packs of hair for lengths 14” to 18”. We recommend 3 packs for lengths 20″or longer. Each bundle weighs 3. 5 ounces. Virgin hair is sold by total weight the rule is: “The longer the hair, the shorter the weft.”

WHAT IS MY CAP SIZE?

Circumfernce 18''- 20'', front to nape 11''-12'' , ear to ear 11''-12'' = SMALL

Circumfernce 21''- 22'', front to nape 13''- 13.5'' , ear to ear 13''-13.5'' = MEDIUM

Circumfernce 23''- 24'', front to nape 14''- 14.5'' , ear to ear 14''-14.5'' = LARGE 

HOW TO MEASURE THE LENGTH OF MY BUNDLES ?

Using measuring tape start  0 at the weft and measure to the ends of the bundle. The Brazilian Wavy, Brazilian Body Wave, Brazilian Curly, and Kinky Curly hair extensions must be measured by pulling the hair straight. Again, start 0 at the weft; pull the hair straight from the ends, and the length will be at the tips of the hair. Each bundle will not measure exact when it is still wrapped in its band, as tension can affect the fall of each strand.

HOW LONG DOES THIS HAIR LAST?

Our Virgin Hair can last through multiple installs. However, the lifetime of your extensions depends heavily on how they are cared for. On average our customers can use their extensions from 6 to 12 months if cared for properly.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TEXTURES:

Shampoo at least once a week
Use a shampoo no higher than pH7
Do NOT massage
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water
Apply conditioner, comb through with a wide tooth comb, starting with the ends working your way up you scalp
Rinse thoroughly
Let air dry

DAILY MAINTENANCE:

Use styling products minimally to avoid build up
For Wavy & Curly hair use a spray bottle of water for natural look
For a “WET” look, we suggest a leave in conditioner & water
AVOID ALCOHOL BASED PRODUCTS TO AVOID DRYING OUT YOUR INVESTMENT!
Dampen hair with a water bottle
Comb through (wide tooth comb) beginning at the ends and working your way up to your scalp
Scrunch up hair gently to reform curls
Let air dry
Style as desired

CAN THE HAIR BE STRAIGHTENED OR CURLED?

Your new virgin hair extensions can be styled like your own hair. You can straighten your Virgin  Hair . (Keep in mind the hair does not have all the nutrients that a strand growing from your scalp will.) Heat damage can cause breakage and dryness. It is Important  that you use a heat-protecting product.

CAN I COLOR MY BUNDLES?

Any chemical processes should be done by a professional or at least consulted by one. This purchase is an investment for you and chemically altering the hair can possibly damage it. Once the hair is chemically-altered incorrectly, the cuticle can become damaged and overexposed, causing fraying, breakage, dryness, and tangling.