Hair Business 101: How to Test Raw Hair Vendors Like a Pro

Why This Guide Matters

If you're a new reseller, salon owner, or beauty entrepreneur thinking of launching your own wig or bundle business, one of the most important first steps you’ll face is:
How do I find and test a raw hair vendor I can actually trust?

In a market full of fluff, fake claims, and "raw" bundles that barely last a month, it's not enough to be excited — you need a real strategy.

Here’s how experienced hair entrepreneurs approach vendor testing, and how you can adapt it for your own online or social media–based business.

🔍 Step 1: Start With 3–5 Vendors — Not Just One

Don’t put all your trust in the first vendor who DMs you. Whether you’re sourcing raw Indian hair, Burmese curly, or Vietnamese straight, begin with multiple options.

Why?
Even the most promising suppliers can vary from batch to batch — what looks great in a photo might shed like crazy after one install. By starting with 3–5 vendors, you get a wider comparison base.

📌 Tip: Keep your first orders small. Get 2–3 bundles and a closure or frontal to test the basics without burning your budget.

✂️ Step 2: Run a Physical Test – Yes, You Need to Try the Hair Yourself

Before you sell any product to a client, try it yourself or have someone you trust install it.

Here’s what to test:

• Smell and texture (Raw hair shouldn’t smell overly processed)

• Weft construction (Tight, neat wefts are less likely to shed)

• Weight (Full bundles are a must — raw hair is heavy and dense)

• Coloring (Will it bleach evenly?)

• Heat (Can it hold curls and bounce back after straightening?)

• Longevity (Does it dry out or change texture over time?)

⏳ Test the hair for at least 2–3 weeks before making any conclusions. Many vendors can fake the first impression — what matters is how it performs over time.

🧾 Step 3: Ask the Right Questions — Even Online

You may not be able to fly to Vietnam or India to meet collectors — but you can still ask smart, specific questions to identify if a vendor knows what they’re doing.

Some useful questions include:

• Where exactly is this hair sourced?

• Is the cuticle aligned and intact?

• Is the hair from a single donor or mixed?

• Can you show pictures or videos of raw hair before processing?

• Can you show reviews or photos from real clients?

📌 Pro tip: Real vendors will have nothing to hide. The ones who ghost you or respond vaguely? That’s a red flag.

📦 Step 4: Think Beyond the Bundle – Packaging, Delivery, Support

A professional vendor won’t just have good hair — they’ll also deliver on time, package their hair properly, and respond when you have issues.

Look for:

• Fast and secure shipping

• Easy-to-reach customer service

• Consistent updates and stock levels

💬 Real Talk: Can You Find a Trustworthy Vendor Online?

Yes, absolutely.
Many reliable vendors — like Flowywig — operate fully online but still maintain direct sourcing channels, ethical supply practices, and consistent quality.

You don’t have to go offline or fly across the world to build a good hair business.
You just need to test properly, think critically, and work with brands who value transparency.

✨ Why Flowywig Should Be On Your Testing List

If you’re looking for raw hair vendors that pass the test every time, Flowywig might be exactly who you’ve been searching for.

🌍 What Makes Flowywig Different?

• 100% Raw Only – We don’t deal in steam-processed or mixed hair

• Cuticle Aligned, Single Donor – Fewer tangles, real longevity

• Ethically Sourced – Temple donations (India), rural ponytail cuts (Vietnam), and single-donor sourcing (Myanmar)

• Ideal for 3B–4C Textures – Hair that blends seamlessly and performs reliably

• Factory Direct – Whether wholesale or individual order, you get top-tier hair at fair pricing

📲 Let's Talk

• WhatsApp: +8619375184066

• Business Inquiry: info@flowywig.com

• Brand Collabs: collab@flowywig.com

• Website: www.flowywig.com

• Instagram: @flowywig I flowywigfactory

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