What happens when you donate your hair to Locks of Love?

Locks of Love doesn’t charge kids for the wigs — but they do sometimes sell the hair if it’s too short or grey. Once I dug into why, though, it made sense. “Shorter hair will be separated from the ponytails and sold to offset the manufacturing costs. Another FAQ answer reads: “We can accept donations of gray hair.

Can you donate your hair to locks of Love?

If your hair is less than 10″ you can still donate to Locks of Love. Hair shorter than 10″ is sold to offset the manufacturing costs of the hairpieces. I highly recommend talking to your hairstylist before you make your donation appointment.

Where do I Send my Hair to be donated?

Bring a sealable plastic bag to the salon to keep your hair clean and dry. Put the bag in a padded envelope along with your name and address on a sheet of paper inside and mail to Locks of Love, 234 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach FL 33405-2701.

Where do I Mail my Hair for locks of Love?

Occasionally, a salon may offer to mail your donated strands for you, but you’ll likely have to mail it. Bring a sealable plastic bag to the salon to keep your hair clean and dry. Put the bag in a padded envelope along with your name and address on a sheet of paper inside and mail to Locks of Love, 234 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach FL 33405-2701.

What are the guidelines for donations to locks of Love?

Guidelines For Acceptable Donations Locks of Love is not a manufacturer of any type of hair replacement system or hair care product. As a charity and strictly a charity, we purchase the custom prostheses we provide free of charge to our recipients. 10 inches measured tip to tip is the minimum length that can be used in a hairpiece

What is the minimum hair length to donate?

The minimum length to donate hair is eight inches. That’s the least amount a place will consider. Though some organizations require 10 or 12 inches. For reference, the average human grows six inches of hair per year.

Does Great Clips donate hair?

Participating Great Clips give free haircuts to customers who donate their hair to Locks of Love. Participation varies, so call your salon to make sure they are involved in the Lock of Love donation program ahead of time.

Does locks of Love accept gray hair?

Locks of Love accepts gray hair, which they also sell. Pantene does not charge for the wigs, no matter what the recipient’s economic status. Locks of Love does not provide all of its hairpieces for free.

How can I Donate my Hair?

HOW TO DONATE HAIR & WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. Your hair must be clean and dry. Take care of your hair. Never over brush. Use a wide tooth comb after showering. Your hair can be layered, but the shortest length must meet their minimum length requirement. Cut hair using a rubber band.