After Washing
Dyeing Ability
Texture
Lifespan
Source Hair
Strands
Cuticle
Original hair, no brown or red strands, no black dye mixed in
Round, thick, and strongest
Natural cuticle, same direction, easy to bleach and dye to bright colors
At least 2 years
Straight, silky, smooth, soft, natural shine, no tangling, no shedding
Remains straight or slightly wavy
Can be bleached to 613 or lighter blonde without tangling or shedding
Mixed with many strands and chemically processed before
Fine, thin, and weak strands
Cuticle aligned but may have been treated before, leading to a rougher texture
A few months
Slightly frizzy, smooth, shiny, easy to tangle & shed
More wavy and frizzy
Better suited for dark colors