What Is Temple Hair?

In South India, the temple town Tirupathi is considered to be one of the largest pilgrimage spots where thousands of devotees practice tonsure on an everyday basis. This is done as a tribute to Lord Balaji in return for the blessings bestowed upon the devotees. In a way, it is a way of showing gratitude by the devotees and symbolizes the sacrifice of material beauty or false ego by them.

The donated hair is owned by the temple, the rulers of which sell these hair to hair manufacturers for making extensions. These manufacturers use this hair to produce a variety of hair products. A part of hair collection is also sold to the local charities and community services.  

So temple hair is basically the raw Indian hair donated in the temples of India as a part of religious practice. This hair is then washed and conditioned in order to maintain high standards of hygiene. Also known as Remy hair, virgin hair, and cuticle intact hair, this hair is used to make hair wigs and hair extensions. The hair contains no chemicals or processing and has a natural texture.  It is available in many different lengths. Indian temple hair by Knockout Virgin Hair is the finest in the industry and sourced from the temples of India with utmost care.

The Reason behind Indian Hair Donation:

There’s no doubt that for women, hair is their most precious possession. Looking at how beautiful the Indian hair is, it’s easy to understand how difficult it must be for the Indian women to give up their precious locks. Besides religious practice, some impoverished women also give up on their raw hair in return for money. Let’s look at the main reason why the practice of hair donation exists in the temple.

Repaying Vishnu-Venkateswara’s Debt:

It is believed that Lord Vishnu came to earth in the avatar of Venkateswara to seek the return of his companion goddess Lakshmi who had been insulted and abandoned Vishnu. It is held that Venkateswara fell in love with Padmavati ( daughter of Tirumala) while on earth. He wanted to marry her and make her his wife but the king requested an enormous dowry in return for his daughter. This made Venkatewara go to lord Kubera – the god of wealth and take a loan. However, he was unable to repay the loan. As a result, the practice of donation of wealth came into existence which was done to help repay Vishnu’s loan.  For women with no wealth, the donation of hair- their most prized possession is the norm. In exchange for their help in repaying the debt, Lord blesses them and all their prayers are granted.

Temple Hair Grades:

Once the hair is collected, it’s separated into grades. If it is longer than 31 inches, it is regarded as grade 1 hair.  If it is below 30 inches and above 15, it is grade 2. Hair shorter than 15 inches is considered as grade 3. The price of each hair grade varies when on e-auctions.

What Happens Next?

The donated temple hair is collected and sold to the manufacturers who separate the hair and preserve it. Due care is taken to ensure that the hair stays as it is and in the same condition as it was cut. This is the raw human hair – the best in the world. Unlike hair from Brazil, China, and other such locations, Indian temple hair is luxurious, thick, strong, and unprocessed. Some have a naturally wavy texture while others are straight or curly. The revenue obtained by temples ( many of them) in exchange for hair is used to fund orphanages, hospitals, and other charity.

Every time you buy virgin temple hair, you are receiving a blessing and helping these temples to spread their charity. The cut hair is collected in baskets, sent for auction, and sold worldwide.

Why Indian Temple Hair?

Indian hair is highly preferred because of its naturally silky and rich texture

The hair is unprocessed, never colored or died and in the most natural state

It is available in different lengths- including the longer ones

It is durable

The hair can be styled in a number of ways

It can be washed like you wash your natural hair

If you are looking to buy the best Indian temple hair, Knockout Virgin Hair is up for a surprise. Sourced from India, it’s the best hair you will find in the market. Turn into a diva with luxurious locks by Knockout.