Hip Hats With Hair has upgraded to Remy Human hair. Remy human hair means that the cuticle is intact. Hair that has it's cuticle intact is stronger, bouncier, and more durable than hair that has had it's cuticle removed. In the past Hip Hats used non-cuticle hair with satisfactory results. However, the hair industry has changed, and the quality of non-cuticle hair has declined. Although remy hair is more expensive, we have found that our customers prefer the look and feel of remy human hair.

The human hair industry is changing; the demand for human hair is high, while supply is low. Hair extensions and hairpieces are now in fashion, increasing demand. And supply is low, because the major suppliers of human hair--china and India--are becoming more  modern. That means fewer woman are letting their hair grow as long as they used to.  In addition, they are not as poor as they were, so they are not selling their hair.
And to top it off, the dollar has fallen in value abroad.  

Asian hair is still the main source of hair in the world, next to Indian hair. Asian hair is available in longer lengths and has a thicker hair shaft than Indian hair. Also, Asian hair is straight, and Indian hair has more body. The term “European Hair” usually means that it is of Indian/Turkish origin. Russian hair is often used in the film industry because the hair has a flatter sheen and looks realistic under harsh photographic lights. Although there are differences in the characteristics of human hair, there is no difference in the quality of the hair because of it’s racial origin. Rather it is the grading and processing techniques that ensure quality. Nearly all hair used in the hair replacement industry is non-cuticle hair. Cuticle is the outer layer of hair that looks like scales. Most of the cuticle is removed before coloring or perming. The hair is then sewn or tied into a finished product. If the cuticle were not removed, and some hairs are placed with it’s cuticle downwards, and some hairs are placed with it’s cuticle upwards, the hair would tangle. Hence, the cuticle is removed to ensure that the hair does not tangle. Hair that has more of it’s cuticle intact, is called Remy Hair. Remy Hair is hand- drawn to ensure that all cuticle runs downward. Naturally, it is much more expensive. Remy hair has some performance advantages to non-cuticle hair, although both are processed. “Virgin” hair is of the highest quality, because it has never been processed in any way. It is most often used for custom wigs costing thousands of dollars. Caring for non-cuticle hair is as easy as that of any human hair but with special considerations: Treat the hair gently and condition often. Also, do not use protein shampoos or conditioners as protein is drying. Full care instructions are provided with your order.  Hair Care