Pay close attention to the cuticles. The cuticles should all be aligned in the same direction to ensure minimal tangling and matting. To test the cuticle yourself, run your fingers from the top of the strand (closest to the weft) to the bottom (tip) of the strand. Good quality human hair will have the cuticles all running in the same direction, it should feel smooth as you run your fingers down the strand.
Examine the weft for uniformity in color, texture, and thickness. If the hair appears mismatched, it may not be genuine human hair.
Gently run your fingers through the hair and take note of the texture. Quality human hair should feel soft and silky to the touch, while synthetic hair will have a stiff and coarse texture.
Conducting a burn test can also help determine the authenticity of the hair. Carefully burn a small strand and observe the reaction. Human hair will burn and turn to ash, while synthetic hair will melt and give off a plastic smell.
And lastly, trust in a reputable brand. We recommend looking into well-known brands, like Perfect Locks, that have a reputation to uphold and use quality hair. Perfect Locks has been in the business since 2008 and our first product release was the machine wefts!