What Is “Double-Drawn” Hair? (And Why Do Wigs Made From It Look Fuller)
If you’ve ever bought hair that looked thick and lush in the photo but was stringy at the ends when it arrived, then you’ve come across “single-drawn” hair without even knowing its name. “Double-drawn” hair is the solution—and it’s one of the few terms in the hair industry that actually affects how a wig looks on you. Here, we’ll explain in simple terms what it means and whether it’s worth the extra money.
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The One-Sentence Definition
“Double-drawn” hair has been sorted by length so that the strands are almost all the same length from top to bottom—which means the ends remain just as thick and full as the roots. That’s the key point. Someone has gone through the bundle and sorted out the shorter strands twice, so you end up with hair that’s uniform from start to finish, rather than tapering to thin ends.
Single vs. Double Drawn: A Comparison
Natural hair grows in different lengths—that’s just the way it is. With a “single-drawn” bundle, this mix largely remains as it grew: full at the top, gradually thinning toward the ends as the shorter strands gradually run out. It looks great at the roots and thins out where it matters most for the finished look.
With double-drawn hair, most of these shorter strands have been removed, so the thickness continues all the way to the ends. If you place both side by side, the difference is obvious: Single-drawn tapers like a real ponytail, while double-drawn remains blunt and dense all the way to the ends. Neither is “fake”—they’re simply sorted differently, and this sorting process takes work, which is why double-drawn costs more.
Why It Looks Fuller (and Weighs More)
There are two reasons why a “Double-Drawn” wig looks fuller. First, the obvious one: no thin tips, so the silhouette remains thick and the hair doesn’t look like it’s losing its body halfway down. Second, the less obvious reason—at the same length, “double-drawn” simply contains more hair by weight, since the bundle isn’t padded with short filler strands. More grams of usable length mean more volume without having to add density.
That’s also why “double-drawn” wigs feel heavier in your hand and tend to hold a blowout or curls more convincingly. There’s simply more hair being used.
Quick Self-Check
Do you want hair that stays thick all the way to the ends and looks full in a sleek straight style or a long, blunt cut? That’s the whole point of “Double-Drawn.” Are you happy with a natural taper and want to spend less? Then “single-drawn” is perfectly fine—it’s not lower quality, just a different style.
What about “Super Double-Drawn”?
“Super Double-Drawn” takes the sorting process one step further—an additional pass that removes almost every short strand, making the bundle as uniform as hair can possibly be. It’s the thickest variant with a straight cut all the way to the ends and comes with a correspondingly higher price tag. To be honest, for most people, even standard “Double-Drawn” looks plenty full; “Super Double-Drawn” is intended for those who specifically want that dramatic, uniformly long density look and don’t mind paying for it.
Here’s how to tell if the hair is actually “Double-Drawn”
- Feel the ends. Run your fingers all the way to the tips. “Double-Drawn” hair remains thick and blunt; “Single-Drawn” hair gets thinner and feels sparse over the last few inches.
- Hold it up to the light. Lay the hair flat and look at the bottom edge. A dense, even line along the ends indicates “double-drawn.” A frayed, translucent transition is “single-drawn.”
- Weigh your expectations. If a “double-drawn” bundle feels too light for its length, be skeptical—the whole point is to have more grams per length.
- Read the specifications carefully. Many wigs don’t specify this at all, which usually means they’re “single-drawn.” That’s fine—you just need to know what you’re getting.
Is it worth paying extra for?
That depends entirely on the look you’re going for. For long, straight, or blunt styles where thin ends would give the wig away, “double-drawn” is definitely worth it—it’s the difference between “Is that real?” and “That’s clearly a wig from the back.” For shorter cuts, layered styles, or curly textures where the ends are already split anyway, the upgrade matters far less, and “Single-Drawn” saves you money without any visible drawbacks. Adjust your budget to the style, not the buzzword. While you’re weighing quality terms, it’s also worth understanding the underlying hair quality—take a look at which hair is best suited for wigs and how “raw,” “virgin,” and remy fit into the picture.
FAQ
What is “double-drawn” hair?
“Double-drawn” hair has been sorted by length so that the strands are almost all the same length from root to tip. The shorter strands are removed—usually in two passes—so that the ends remain just as thick and full as the top section, rather than tapering toward the bottom. This is why a wig looks dense along its entire length and doesn’t appear thin and stringy at the ends.
Single vs. Double-Drawn—what’s the difference?
“Single-drawn” hair retains its natural mix of lengths, so it’s full at the roots and gradually thins toward the ends, just like a real ponytail. With “double-drawn” hair, most of the shorter strands have been sorted out, so the thickness is maintained all the way to the ends. “Double-drawn” hair looks fuller and is more expensive; “single-drawn” hair looks more natural in tapered hairstyles and is more affordable.
Is “double-drawn” hair worth it?
For long, straight, or blunt-cut hairstyles where thin ends would be noticeable, yes—it ensures that the wig looks full and convincing all the way to the ends. For short, layered, or curly hairstyles where the ends are already split, the difference is far less noticeable, and “single-drawn” hair saves money without any real drawbacks. Tailor your choice to your style rather than buying on impulse.
Does double-drawn hair shed less?
This actually has nothing to do with hair loss—with “double-drawn” hair, it’s about even length and fullness, not how the hair is attached to the cap. What reduces shedding is the quality of the weave and the knots of the wig itself. However, since “double-drawn” hair has fewer loose, short strands to begin with, it may feel as though it sheds slightly less with normal handling.
What does “Super Double-Drawn” mean?
“Super Double-Drawn” refers to hair that has been sorted an additional time, during which nearly all remaining short strands were removed, so that the bundle is as uniform and dense all the way to the tips as possible. It’s the densest, smoothest option—and the most expensive. For most people, “Standard Double-Drawn” already looks full; “Super Double-Drawn” is intended for those who specifically want maximum uniformity in hair length density.
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