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• To step
• Part 1 of 3: Getting your hair in the right condition to sell it
• Part 2 of 3: Finding a buyer
• Part 3 of 3: Cutting and wrapping your hair
• Tips
• Warnings

If you have very long hair and are thinking about cutting it, there are buyers all over the world who are willing to pay a tidy sum for hair that they can use to make wigs, extensions, jewelry and other products. Buyers are looking for hair that has not been dyed and otherwise treated. The longer and healthier your hair is, the more money you can get for it.

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Part 1 of 3: Getting your hair in the right condition to sell it

1. Make sure you have untreated hair. Untreated hair, also called "pure" hair, can be sold for a much higher price than hair that has been dyed, straightened, or permed. These processes damage your hair and sellers want hair that is in excellent condition. If your hair has been treated, you can only sell it if it is not damaged. You just don't get as much money for it as for untreated hair.
   • If you've straightened, curled, or dyed your hair and it has significant chemical damage as a result, you may not be able to sell it.
2. Do not style your hair with heat. If you've decided to sell your hair, stop using a blow dryer, curling iron, flat iron, and other hot tools to style your hair. Heat damages your hair and causes it to break, making your hair worth less than hair that has never been damaged. Make sure you have all-natural hair in the months before you sell it.
   • Also, be careful not to damage your hair from the sun. Wear a hat or cap if you are going to spend a long time in the sun.
   • Chlorinated water, such as in a swimming pool, dries out your hair greatly.
3. Wash your hair with a sulfate-free shampoo two to three times a week. Sulfates dry out your hair so that it becomes brittle and breaks more quickly. Washing your hair every day also dries it out as you wash away the natural oils that help keep your hair shiny and strong. Wash your hair with an all-natural shampoo two to three times a week to keep it as healthy as possible.
4. Keep your body healthy. A healthy body produces healthy and shiny hair. If your body is not very healthy, it can make your hair look dull. In the months before you sell your hair, do the following to keep it looking good:
   • Eat a lot of protein, complex carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables. This helps to make your hair strong and healthy. Good foods include salmon, eggs, whole wheat bread, and spinach.
   • Drink enough water so that your hair does not become dry and dull.
   • Don't smoke, because cigarette smoke can make your hair smelly and dull.
5. Grow your hair to an even length. Make sure your hair is at least 10 inches long. The longer the better, because every extra centimeter brings in more money. Do not get layers cut at the hairdresser, as most buyers want hair that is the same length at the bottom. Get your hair trimmed from time to time to avoid split ends and keep your hair long and strong.
6. Use one once a week hair mask. Buy a highly hydrating mask from the store and apply it to your hair. Let the mask soak in your hair for at least ten minutes before rinsing it out. This way your hair stays healthy and shiny.
7. Don't cut your hair until you find a buyer. You can get more money for freshly cut hair. Buyers usually look for hair with natural fats in it. Old hair often dries out and loses its shine.

Part 2 of 3: Finding a buyer

1. Decide if you want to sell your hair through a third party website. You can get the most money for your hair by selling it through a third party website. You post a picture of your hair along with a description and potential buyers will see that information on the site. If someone wants to buy you her, he or she will contact you through the site. You agree on a price and you are paid, after which you cut your hair and send it.
   • Hair that is long, well-groomed and unique in color will bring in the most money. Check the website of your choice exactly how much money you can bring her. Most sales sites have a calculator that can work out how much you can charge based on the quality and length of your hair.
   • You create an account, follow the steps to upload a photo, list the price and other details, then wait for someone to contact you.
   • If you choose this, please wait until you are paid to cut and ship your hair. Take a picture of your hair while it's still on your head, wait until you're paid, and cut it than finish and send it. That way you can't be ripped off.
2. Consider selling your hair to a wigs company. If you want a faster and easier option, look for companies that make wigs and buy hair. You will be paid less for your hair, but you are more likely to be able to sell it. Search the internet for reputable companies and give them a call to discuss terms. In most cases, they will be able to give you an estimate of how much they can afford you. You then cut and send your hair, and you get your money after your hair is processed.
   • Wig companies have specific requirements regarding the care of the hair and the packaging method for sending it.
   • Companies usually pay based on height and weight. Because they cut a few inches off the hair to remove split ends, they only pay for the hair that they can actually use.
3. Beware of scammers. Hair is a valuable commodity and there are those who are willing to scam people who have to sell their hair to make money. Do your research before selling your hair. Ask several people how much your hair is worth before cutting it off to sell. The most important thing is not to cut your hair until you have been paid, unless you have an agreement with a reputable wig company.
   • Fraud is a problem for buyers and sellers alike. Buyers may want to cut the hair themselves or use a reputable barbershop to make sure it is human hair rather than animal hair or hair cut from a wig.
   • PayPal is a better choice than Western Union and other questionable ways of receiving money, as it is less likely to cause a dispute over money that has not been paid. It is also strongly recommended to send the package insured and with a tracking code so that the buyer can track the package.
4. If you can't sell it, consider donating your hair. Unfortunately, not all hair can be sold. Some textures and colors are less attractive to buyers looking to create expensive wigs and extensions. However, there are organizations and charities that would love to have your hair if you've already cut it and want to donate it.
   • The Haarwensen Foundation, the Dutch Hair Foundation and Hair Donor are well-known organizations that make donated hair wigs for people who are financially less fortunate.

Part 3 of 3: Cutting and wrapping your hair

1. If possible, get your hair cut by a hairdresser. Tell the stylist that you want to donate or sell your hair and that you want it cut as evenly as possible. Give very precise directions and don't let the stylist add layers and texture until the hair is cut.
   • Your hair must be completely dry, so ask the hairdresser to dry it and use a hair dryer if necessary. Make sure the blow dryer is set on a low heat setting as the heat from blow dryers and other hot tools can damage your hair.
   • Do not apply products to the hair before cutting.
2. Create a tight ponytail in your hair. Do not use rubber bands and hair ties with metal parts, as these will break your hair.Make the tail at the bottom of your neck so that you can cut your hair as short as possible and all hairs are the same length. The hairdresser cuts your hair just above the hair tie.
   • Use several hair ties to hold the ponytail or braid together in different places so it doesn't come loose.
   • Immediately put the hair in a strong resealable plastic bag to protect it before shipping.
3. Send the her according to the agreement you entered into. Pack it in a well-sealed package so that it does not get dirty and wet, and send it to the buyer. Make sure you send the package insured and with a tracking code, so that the buyer can track the package.

Tips

• If you're growing your hair to sell it, don't dye, bleach, perm, or blow-dry your hair. More money is paid for clean hair.
• For hair shorter than 50 centimeters, you get paid the least because longer wigs and extensions are a lot more popular. You will be paid more for hair that is more than 70 centimeters long. Prices are based on the length of your hair as well as weight after cutting. Buyers prefer a bunch of hairs that are all the same length and cut straight because the hair is not thinned at the ends.
• Avoid exposing your hair to smoke or taking drugs. People want hair that is of the best possible quality.
• There are many organizations that make wigs for sick people and to which you can donate your hair. These organizations help people who do not have the money to buy a wig.
• If you are taking pictures to sell your hair, take pictures outside in bright sunlight. This way, the natural color of your hair is much easier to see than indoors. Also hold a ruler across your hair and take a picture of it to show the current length. Make sure to mark the point where the hair will be cut with a hair tie so the buyer knows how much hair he or she is getting.
• Natural colors like golden blond are the most popular, followed by browns, reds and blacks, which are the most common.

Warnings

• Be careful not to do anything to the hair that has been cut. Only use the hair with the rubber band around it.
• Adults and children treated for cancer also need wigs. It will make a world of difference for them.
• Beware of scammers as they will try different methods to scam you. You can only pay by bank transfer or PayPal.