Vietnamese vs Cambodian vs Indian Hair Side by Side
| Raw Vietnamese | Raw Cambodian | Raw Indian | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strand thickness | Thick, strong | Medium, soft | Fine to medium |
| Natural texture | Straight to slightly wavy (curl patterns set on raw hair also available) | Natural wave, some straight | Wavy to curly |
| Natural color | Dark brown to black, very even | Dark to natural brown | Natural brown to dark brown, some variation |
| Weight and feel | Heavier, sleek | Light, airy, soft | Light, bouncy |
| Holds a curl | Holds curls, drops slowly | Holds well | Holds very well, curl returns after washing |
| Bleaching | Lifts well, takes time because it's thick | Lifts evenly | Lifts well, fine strands need care |
| Typical lifespan with care | Longest | Long | Long |
| Price level | Mid to high | High | Mid |
| Best for | Bone straight, blunt cuts, double drawn bundles | Luxury wavy lines, natural wave wigs | Curly and wavy bundles, extensions that blend with fine hair |
Raw Vietnamese Hair
Vietnamese hair is the reference point for sleek, heavy, straight hair. The strands are thick and strong, the color is even, and it's often sold double drawn for full ends. It's the hair behind most "bone straight" bundles and wigs.
Sell it to: customers who want sleek, glossy straight hair, blunt bobs and long straight lengths. Popular with West African and US buyers who want a premium straight line.
See Raw Vietnamese Hair Bundles
Raw Cambodian Hair
Cambodian hair is softer and lighter than Vietnamese, with a natural wave that moves and doesn't need a steam pattern. It's often sold as single-donor or small-group hair, which keeps the texture consistent within a bundle set. Raw Burmese hair from Myanmar is often sold alongside it, but it's coarser and more voluminous, with a natural curl rather than a soft wave.
Sell it to: luxury buyers, customers who want a natural wave with no steam pattern, and stylists who want hair that moves.
See Raw Cambodian Hair Bundles
Raw Indian Hair
Raw Indian hair has fine to medium strands and a natural wave or curl. It's lightweight, blends well with many hair types and holds curly patterns after washing. It's widely used for curly bundles and extensions. Much of it is temple hair, offered by pilgrims at temples in South India, which is why the supply of long, uncut Indian hair is larger and steadier than most other origins.
Sell it to: customers who want natural curls and waves, extension clients with finer hair, and brands that want a versatile raw line at a mid price.
See Raw Indian Hair Bundles
How to Check the Origin Is Real
Origin claims are easy to make and hard to prove, so look at the hair itself:
- 01Strand thickness compare strands from each origin under good light. Vietnamese should be visibly thicker than Indian.
- 02Natural pattern raw hair isn't steamed into a uniform texture. Expect natural variation within a bundle.
- 03Color variation raw hair has natural highlights and slight color differences. Even dark brown is normal for Vietnamese hair, but a flat, inky jet black on every strand, darker than natural 1B, usually means dye.
- 04Behavior after washing raw hair returns to its natural pattern. Processed hair can lose the pattern or turn frizzy.
- 05Price raw hair from these origins has a real cost floor. Very low prices usually mean processed or mixed hair.
Ask your supplier to state the origin in writing on the invoice, and run a full sample test before bulk. See How to Test Hair Samples.
Building a Raw Hair Range
| Store or brand type | Suggested mix | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Premium straight focus | 60% Vietnamese, 20% Cambodian, 20% Indian | Bone straight leads, waves and curls fill the range |
| Natural texture focus | 30% Vietnamese, 30% Cambodian, 40% Indian | Waves and curls lead |
| West Africa market | 70% Vietnamese double drawn, 30% Cambodian | Sleek bone straight leads demand |
| Extension brand | 50% Indian, 30% Vietnamese, 20% Cambodian | Fine strands blend best with clients' hair |
Start with two origins in a few lengths, then add the third once you see what sells. Name each line by its real origin on your product pages, and keep the origin on the invoice line so a reorder comes from the same source.
FAQ
Is Burmese hair the same as Cambodian hair?
No. They're often sold together, but raw Burmese hair from Myanmar is coarser and more voluminous, with a natural curl, while Cambodian is softer with a looser wave. If a vendor lists them as one line, ask for a sample of each and compare the strands side by side.
Is raw Indian hair good quality?
Yes. Raw Indian hair is soft, lightweight and holds natural waves and curls well. It's finer than Vietnamese hair, so it suits different styles and clients.
Which raw hair lasts the longest?
With good care, raw hair from all three origins commonly lasts two years or more. On units that are flat ironed often, the thicker Vietnamese strand holds up best; on curly units worn mostly wash-and-go, Indian hair keeps its pattern longest.
Which raw hair is best for bleaching to 613?
All three can be lightened. Cambodian and Indian hair often lift a little faster. Vietnamese hair takes longer because the strands are thicker but keeps its strength well.
Can I mix origins in one order?
Yes. They can ship in one order, but each origin and texture is its own style with its own minimum: 10 bundles for raw Vietnamese, and 5 bundles for raw Cambodian and raw Indian. You can mix lengths within each style.
Compare the Three Origins Yourself
Order samples of each origin in the same length and see the difference in thickness, texture and color.
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