Hair Quality
Texture, cuticle alignment, shedding, true raw vs processed
MOQ Flexibility
Will they sell smaller test orders, or only bulk?
Communication
Response time, professionalism, clarity in DMs & email
Shipping & Lead Time
Speed, tracking, packaging quality, customs handling
Return / Replacement Policy
What happens if hair is bad? Will they make it right?
Sample Availability
Do they offer samples? At what cost? Match the bulk?
Price Competitiveness
Fair for the quality? Better than alternatives at this tier?
Pattern / Texture Consistency
Does bundle 1 match bundle 5? Or is every order different?
Bond Quality (if premade)
Bond size, shape, hold integrity, neatness
Reputation & Reviews
What other stylists say. Look for stylist-specific reviews, not consumer.
Total Score
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How To Read Your Score
Aavya's recommendation thresholds.
42–50
Move forward. This is a vendor worth building a relationship with.
35–41
Test order only. Some red flags — start with a small order before scaling.
25–34
Proceed with caution. Real concerns. Only worth it if pricing is exceptional or you have a backup vendor lined up.
Below 25
Walk away. Save your money. The risk isn't worth the reward.
Pro Tip
Score every vendor before the relationship matters.
Once you've ordered a few times and they know your name, you'll be tempted to overlook problems. Score honestly during the test order, then check back annually — the vendor that was a 45 last year might be a 32 now.