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QuestionMy hair was cut and put into a band, but it has come out of its band. Can I still sell it?
Laura MartinLaura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
Licensed CosmetologistIf the hair is loose but hasn't moved around too much you should be able to gently detangle and re-band it. If it has gotten so tangled that it's facing different directions it will be hard to sell. -
QuestionCan I sell my hair if it is graying?Laura MartinLaura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
Licensed CosmetologistYes. In fact, if your hair is fully gray it is very valuable and should fetch a high price. But even salt and pepper hair can be sold. -
QuestionHow much can I get if the hair is in 20 inches?
Community AnswerTwenty inches can fetch a lot of money. Is it straight, wavy, what colour? Straight blonde/brown/black will fetch about £500-600. Straight red will fetch about £550-650. Wavy blonde/brown/ black - 700-800. Wavy red - 750-850. Curly blonde/brown/black - 900. Curly red - 1000. Remember all hair sells at different amounts at different companies, and these results are for about twenty inches. -
QuestionWould would my black and healthy, 153 cm long hair be used for if I sell it?
Community AnswerIt would probably be used to make extensions instead of a wig, because the wig would be too long. You will get from $2,000 to $2,100 if you sell it. -
QuestionI'm a man and I have about ten inches of hair. I plan to shave my head, would my hair be worth something?
Community AnswerYes, it doesn't matter if you're male or female, as longer as the hair is healthy. -
QuestionI want to sell my hair. Never dyed, colored or dried! All naturally taken care of, curly dark brown about 16 inches. Any tips?
Community AnswerMaybe grow it to 18-20" before cutting, and you will probably get around £400-£600 in English pounds, or in USA dollars, about $570 - $855. In Indian rupees, you might get about 57277.
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QuestionI have some cut-off hair from 1926. How much is that worth?
Community AnswerIt is probably worth next to nothing. It will have lost natural oils and become dry and dull. If it is hair from someone renowned, donate it to a museum.
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QuestionWhat if my hair is part natural and part dyed?
Community AnswerStill sell it, just you won't get as much money. Or, cut your hair off, then cut the dyed bit off and sell the virgin bit.
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QuestionWhich shampoos should I use if I want to sell my hair?
Community AnswerIt may sound weird, but I go for mane and tail shampoo, which is specifically known for keeping long hair healthy. -
QuestionHow can I sell my dreadlocks?
Community AnswerGenerally, you may find it difficult to sell dreadlocks because their unique structure often makes them unsuitable for common uses like wigs or extensions.
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QuestionWho do I send pictures of my hair to?
Community AnswerYou can create an ad (including pictures if you'd like) on websites like HairSellOn.com (which is around $20).
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QuestionWhat are the requirements for my hair to be considered virgin hair?
Community AnswerVirgin hair has not been chemically treated (dyed, bleached, colored), straightened, curled, ironed, blow dried, permed, etc., has undamaged cuticles, and preferably has not been exposed to smoke.
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QuestionIs it possible to sell my hair if it is short?
Community AnswerIt depends on what you mean by short and if you are willing to sell all of it, but it is not likely. It would be difficult to sell less than 10 inches of hair.
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QuestionI want to sell my hair. What do I need to do first?
Community AnswerFind somewhere to sell your hair to. Consider selling your hair to Hair Harvest (search on the internet 'Hair Harvest' for more information about this company. This company is in the UK). If you can't/don't want to sell your hair to this company, search for others that you can/want to donate to, and follow their guidelines.
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QuestionHow do I store hair until I package and send it?
Community AnswerStore it in a zipper-lock bag. It is extremely important that the bag be clean, or the hair will get dirty. Make sure your hair is sent off very soon after cutting, as it will lose its shine and worth.
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QuestionCan I sell my hair?
Community AnswerYes, you can sell your hair if it meets specific length, health, and quality requirements.
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QuestionCan I sell my hair at any length?
Community AnswerMost buyers would want hair that is at least 8-10 inches long, preferably more. The price they're willing to pay goes up the longer your hair is. On the other hand, if you're donating it, charities usually have a lower threshold.
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QuestionCan I still donate my hair if it's slightly damaged?
Community AnswerYes you can, but the value will diminish quite a bit. Try to deep condition, use hair masks, and get a trim to improve your hair health.
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QuestionHow can I tell how much my hair is worth?
Community AnswerHairsellon.com has a calculator to determine about what you can expect. It's really simple to use, too. you can find other calculators online as well, but remember that they will only provide estimates, not exact payment amounts.
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QuestionHow much is my hair worth if it's long and virgin?
Community AnswerThat depends on your hair color, texture and precisely how long it is. Long hair gets increasingly more valuable; 20" hair is far more expensive than, for example, 16" hair. Try using HairSellon's Hair Price Calculator to find a specific price for your hair.
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QuestionWhat are good websites to sell my hair on?
AinsleyCommunity AnswerWigs for Kids, Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Children With Hair Loss, Pantene Beautiful Length and Locks of Love are well-known organizations that use donated hair to make wigs for people in need. There are many others, too. If you are in the UK, consider donating your hair to Little Princess Trust. -
QuestionCan I use a picture taken with my cell phone to sell my hair?
Community AnswerYes, you can certainly use a picture taken with your cell phone. What matters most is that the picture clearly shows your hair; the device used to capture it is generally irrelevant.
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