How to Donate Hair in Korea | Step-by-Step Guide 💇‍♀️

Hair donation is a meaningful way to help cancer patients and those suffering from hair loss due to medical conditions. However, many hesitate due to concerns about length requirements or hair treatment history. The good news? Even if your hair is dyed, permed, or shorter than 25cm, it can still be donated! 🎉

This guide covers everything you need to know about donating hair in Korea, including the eligibility requirements, donation process, and tips for a smooth experience. Let’s get started! 💡

✅ Why is Hair Donation Important?

For individuals undergoing chemotherapy or experiencing hair loss due to medical conditions, natural hair wigs can be life-changing. However, real-hair wigs are expensive and not easily accessible. By donating your hair, you help provide these wigs to those in need.

Benefits of hair donation:

Helping cancer patients and individuals with hair loss
Preventing waste by putting cut hair to meaningful use
Receiving a donation certificate (great for volunteering records!)
Experiencing the fulfillment of making a difference

📌 Hair Donation Process (4 Easy Steps)

1️⃣ Prepare and Cut Your Hair

📍 Hair Requirements

While 25cm+ is recommended, shorter hair may also be accepted.
Dyed, permed, and gray hair is eligible for donation.
Hair must be clean and completely dry before cutting.

📍 Getting a Donation Haircut at a Salon

At a salon, you can request a donation cut, and they will securely tie and cut your hair for donation.
You can also cut it yourself, but a professional cut ensures neat packaging.

📌 TIP: Due to COVID-19, the number of hair donors has decreased. More donations are needed! 🙌

2️⃣ Package and Ship Your Hair

📍 Shipping Address: 3rd Floor, 45-gil 24, Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul, South Korea (01194)
📞 Contact: 070-5030-0277

Ship via registered mail, parcel service, or standard mail.
If using registered mail or a courier, you can track the delivery.
Package the hair properly to ensure it remains in good condition.
The sender is responsible for shipping fees (prepaid shipping required).

📌 TIP: If you want to save on shipping costs, convenience store parcel services are a great option! 🚚

3️⃣ Register Your Donation (Online Application)

📍 Sign Up on the Official Website

Go to “Hair Donation → Hair Donation Application”
Fill out the donor’s name, contact details, and hair donation information.
You can edit your submission if there’s a mistake.

📌 TIP: While this does not count towards volunteer hours, you will receive a donation certificate for proof! ✅

4️⃣ Download Your Donation Certificate

📍 Check your donation certificate 3 weeks after submission

Go to “Hair Donation → Donation Certificate” to download.
If your certificate is unavailable after 3 weeks, contact support for verification.

📌 Important Notes:

No email or paper certificates—you must download it yourself.

🎯 Essential Hair Donation Tips

✅ Shorter than 25cm? You can still donate! → Don’t hesitate just because of length.
✅ Dyed or permed hair is accepted! → Only severely damaged hair may be rejected.
✅ Make sure the hair is completely dry before sending. → Wet hair can develop mold.
✅ Use registered mail or a courier for tracking. → Standard mail cannot be tracked.
✅ Wait 3 weeks to check your donation certificate. → It is not issued immediately.

📌 Planning a haircut? Ask your salon about hair donation! ✂️

💡 Small Acts, Big Impact: Why You Should Donate Hair

Growing your hair takes years, but donating it only takes minutes. By donating, you can help someone regain confidence and hope.

I always thought about donating hair but never got around to it. Once I finally did, I realized it was so easy! Now, I have donated twice, and I plan to do it again as soon as my hair grows back. 😊

Since COVID-19, the number of donors has decreased, so every donation matters! 💖

✔️ Thinking about a haircut? Consider donating your hair before visiting the salon! ✔️ Spread the word! The more people know about hair donation, the bigger the impact.

📌 Your small act of kindness can bring hope to someone in need. Let’s make a difference together! 🙌