Okay, so picture this: I'm standing in the beauty supply store for the millionth time, trying to find braiding hair that doesn't look like it came straight off a mannequin. You know that super shiny, obviously fake texture? Yeah, that. Then I discovered raw Vietnamese wavy hair and girl, the difference is WILD. This stuff moves like actual hair because, well, it IS actual hair. No processing, no steam setting, just pure raw hair with its natural wave pattern intact.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Hair Style | Wavy |
| Hair Weight | 100 grams / 3.5 oz |
| Hair Grade | Raw Human Hair |
| Hair Color | Natural 1B |
| Coloring | Can lift to #613 |
| Available Options | Standard Drawn or Double Drawn |
What Makes This Worth Your Money
Not gonna lie, when I first felt this texture, I couldn't stop running my fingers through it. The wave pattern is so soft and natural, nothing like those stiff synthetic waves that never relax. This is that beachy, effortless texture that actually gets better with time instead of matting up after two weeks.
Here's what really sold me though. You can literally do whatever you want with this hair. Straighten it for sleek braids one month, then bring the waves back with water the next install. Try that with synthetic and you'll be sweeping melted plastic off your bathroom floor. Plus, since it's raw hair, it hasn't been stripped or acid-washed, so the cuticles are all intact. That means less tangling, more shine, and hair that actually lasts through multiple installs.
The Standard versus Double Drawn thing? Standard gives you that natural tapered look (thicker at the top, gradually thinner at the ends), while Double Drawn is full thickness all the way down. Honestly, for most braiding styles, Standard looks more realistic. But if you want those super full goddess braids or thick bohemian styles, Double Drawn is your best friend.
The Details That Actually Matter
Here's the thing about raw Vietnamese hair that nobody really explains. This hair comes from one donor, which means all the cuticles are going in the same direction. No random tangles, no weird matting at the nape of your neck after a week. Just smooth, manageable hair that behaves like it's growing from your scalp.
And that Natural 1B color? Perfect if you want to keep it natural, but this hair can also be lifted to blonde if you want highlights or ombre effects. I've seen stylists take this exact hair to a gorgeous honey blonde for clients who wanted that sun-kissed look. Just make sure you get it professionally colored because, you know, it's an investment piece and you don't want to mess it up with box dye.
Installation tip from doing this for years: co-wash this hair before you braid with it. Just conditioner, no shampoo. It brings out the wave pattern beautifully and makes the hair even softer to work with. Your fingers will thank you three hours into your install.
Girl, It's an Investment But Worth It
Real talk, quality braiding hair like this costs more than the synthetic stuff at the beauty supply. But when you factor in that you can reuse it for multiple installs, wash it like your own hair, and style it however you want? The math starts making sense. Plus, September weather is doing the most with humidity, and this hair handles it like a champ. No frizz explosions, just enhanced waves that look intentional.
