So, you’re ready to graduate. You’re done with the beauty supply store bundles that mat up after two weeks. You are ready to invest in real, raw hair.
You pull up the site, credit card in hand, and then you freeze.
Indian? Cambodian? Burmese?
They all look beautiful in the pictures. But at this price point, you don't want to guess. You want to know exactly what is going to arrive at your door and how it’s going to behave when you step out into humidity.
At RAW HAIR CODE, we believe "hair intelligence" is the ultimate luxury. You shouldn't have to be a scientist to buy hair extensions. So, let’s decode the personalities of our three Origin Codes. By the end of this read, you’ll know exactly which one belongs in your cart.
1. The India Source (Code: IN)
The Vibe: The Versatile MVP.
If Indian hair were a person, she’s the girl who can go from a brunch date to a red carpet to the gym and look perfect in every setting.
Sourced from the temples of Southern India, this is the most popular raw hair origin for a reason: it does everything well. The strands are typically fine to medium in thickness, which means it has incredible natural movement. It doesn't just sit on your shoulders; it flows.
The Specs:
- Texture: Naturally wavy (light "S" pattern) or straight.
- Luster: Medium to High (natural shine).
- The Superpower: Versatility. It creates the most effortless, "flowy" silk press you’ve ever seen, but holds a curl beautifully.
- Who It’s For: The "Switch-Up" Queen. If you want bone straight hair on Monday and beach waves on Friday, Indian hair is your best friend.
2. The Cambodia Source (Code: CM)
The Vibe: Main Character Energy.
Cambodian hair is not here to be subtle. It is here to take up space. Sourced from South East Asia, this hair is famous for one thing: Body.
The strands are slightly coarser and thicker than Indian hair. This doesn't mean "rough"—it means substantial. Because the strands are thicker, this hair has weight to it. It creates a high-density look that feels incredibly luxurious.
The Specs:
- Texture: Straight or Wavy
- Luster: Low to Medium (looks very natural next to relaxed or blown-out Type 4 hair).
- The Superpower: The Hold. If you curl Cambodian hair, that curl is locked in until you decide to wash it out. It laughs in the face of humidity.
- Who It’s For: The Volume Lover. If you hate "flat" hair and want a install that looks full, thick, and robust, this is your match.
3. The Burma Source (Code: BR)
The Vibe: The Rare Gem.
Burmese hair is the "Holy Grail" of raw hair. It is rare, it is exclusive, and it is absolutely breathtaking. Sourced from Myanmar (formerly Burma), this hair is a hybrid. It sits right between Indian and Cambodian hair textures, giving you the best of both worlds: the durability of Cambodian hair with the curl definition of Indian hair.
But let’s be real: Burmese Curly is a lifestyle. This is high-performance hair. It loves moisture and product.
The Specs:
- Texture: Unique curls ranging from deep waves to tight ringlets.
- Luster: Medium to High.
- The Superpower: Definition. Most "curly" bundles are just permed straight hair. Burmese hair is naturally curly. It gives you those juicy, defined ringlets that look like they grew out of your scalp.
- Who It’s For: The Curl Connoisseur. If you are willing to do the maintenance (co-washing, defining with product) to get the most exotic, show-stopping curls of your life, welcome home.
So, which one are you?
Are you the versatile MVP (Indian), the volume queen (Cambodian), or the curl enthusiast (Burmese)?
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