AliE*press Hair vs. Virgin/Raw Hair: Why Quality Matters

Recently, TikTok has been flooded with discussions about the quality of hair extensions purchased from Ali compared to virgin and raw hair. As someone who’s been in the hairstyling industry for six years, I’ve seen it all, and let me tell you, the verdict is clear: Ali hair doesn’t hold up.

While Ali might be enticing with its lower prices and wide selection, there are significant drawbacks to buying hair from these vendors:

• Incomplete Lace Sizes: Many clients who bring Ali wigs to me for installs discover they don’t receive the full 13x4 or 13x6 lace as advertised. Instead, they’re left with smaller, incomplete lace areas that limit styling options and create frustration.
• Poor Hair Quality: The hair fibres from Ali are often thin, brittle, and lack the durability of high-quality hair. This means the hair doesn’t hold up under everyday wear and tear.
• Short Lifespan: On average, Ali hair lasts only 3 months, and at best, 6 months. While I can work my magic to make it look good during an appointment, clients struggle to maintain the style at home because of the poor quality.

Investing in virgin or raw hair offers unmatched benefits compared to Ali hair:

• Durability: High-quality raw and virgin hair can last for years with proper care, making it a long-term investment.
• Authenticity: Unlike Ali hair, raw and virgin hair is unprocessed, meaning it hasn’t undergone chemical treatments that compromise its structure.
• Styling Versatility: Full lace sizes and thick, healthy hair fibres allow for a wide range of styles that look natural and hold their shape over time.

While Ali hair might seem like a cost-effective option upfront, it ultimately leads to higher costs in the long run. Constantly replacing poor-quality hair every few months adds up, whereas investing in premium virgin or raw hair pays off with years of reliable use. With raw and virgin hair, you’re not just buying hair, you’re investing in durability.

Over the past six years, I’ve yet to encounter a client who’s brought me genuinely good hair from Ali. While I’ve managed to style these wigs to look great in the salon chair, the same level of maintenance is rarely achievable at home. On the other hand, my clients who invest in raw or virgin hair enjoy lasting results that require less effort to maintain.

The debate between Ali hair and virgin/raw hair highlights the importance of quality when it comes to extensions and wigs. As a hairstylist and seller of premium hair, I’m committed to offering my clients the best because I know the value of durable, authentic, and versatile hair.

Don’t let lower prices tempt you into sacrificing quality. Choose hair that enhances your look and lasts, because you deserve nothing less.

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