top of page

The Journey of Hair 

FROM NATURAL FIBERS TO GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS

A wig, braid, extension, or false lash may appear to be a finished beauty product, but its story begins much earlier.

Before reaching a salon, beauty-supply store, medical-wig provider, or online marketplace, its fibers may be grown, collected, manufactured, sorted, treated, colored, assembled, packaged, and transported across several countries.

This educational resource follows that journey and introduces the materials, people, processes, and decisions that can sit behind a single product.

Explore the history, materials, and global supply chains behind wigs, hair extensions, braiding hair, false eyelashes, and related products.

״Add a quote you would like to feature. Maybe it's a message from the founder or something that reflects your brand's character. Click to edit and add your own.״

- Add your name 

״Add a quote you would like to feature. Maybe it's a message from the founder or something that reflects your brand's character. Click to edit and add your own.״

- Add your name 

SOHOCOLAB
IMPACT CREATIVITY
sgd12 (3).png
sgd11.png
sgd9.png
sgd8.png
sgd6 (2).png

SOHOCOLAB is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Revenue generated through consulting, education, and collaborative projects is reinvested to support independent research, educational programs, and community initiatives. Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.

  USA  Phone: + 1  707.512.0280

© 2026 sohocolab.org | All Rights Reserved

STAY INFORMED
Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on MSME sustainability.

Your information is exclusively used for MSMEs' sustainability updates. We value your privacy, never share your data, and you can unsubscribe anytime. See our privacy policy.  

Thanks for subscribing!

SOHOCOLAB is a registered 501(c)(3) non profit. Contributions are tax-deductable to the fullest extent of the law.

  USA  Phone: + 1  707.512.0280

© 2026 sohocolab.org | All Rights Reserved

bottom of page