Donating Hair

Before reaching for the shears or heading over to your stylist please consider the following before making a hair donation to Locks of Love.

• Hair that is colored or permed is acceptable.

• Hair cut years ago is usable if it has been stored in a ponytail or braid.

• Hair that has been bleached (usually this refers to highlighted hair) is not usable. If unsure, ask your stylist. We are not able to accept bleached hair due to a chemical reaction that occurs during the manufacturing process. **If the hair was bleached years ago and has completely grown out it is fine to donate.

• Hair that is swept off of the floor is not usable because it is not bundled in a ponytail or braid.

• Hair that is shaved off and not in a ponytail or braid is not usable. If shaving your head, first divide hair into multiple ponytails to cut off.

• We cannot accept dreadlocks. Our manufacturer is not able to use them in our children’s hairpieces. We also cannot accept wigs, falls, hair extensions or synthetic hair.

• Layered hair is acceptable if the longest layer is 10 inches. 

• Layered hair may be divided into multiple ponytails.

• Curly hair may be pulled straight to measure the minimum 10 inches.

• 10 inches measured tip to tip is the minimum length needed for a hairpiece.

For more information on donations visit the Donate/Volunteer section of the Locks of Love webpage.