With 100 g bundles, most installs need two bundles for lengths up to 14 inches and three bundles from 16 inches upwards, whether or not you add a closure or frontal. That is the published industry guidance for 100 g bundles, the same weight as Gemeria's. Add a bundle only if you want an extra-full finish, and always check the weight of each bundle before you order.
This guide gives you a simple bundle chart, explains how length, lace pieces and texture affect your order, and shows real prices so you can plan with confidence. New to wefts? Start with our guide to weave hair types and care.
First, Check How Much a Bundle Weighs
Bundle counts only make sense when you know the weight of each bundle. Brands sell bundles in different weights, so three bundles from one brand may contain much less hair than three from another. Always compare grams, not just the number of bundles.
Each Gemeria Raw Temple Hair Weft bundle weighs 97–100 g (about 3.5 oz). The hair is single-donor South Indian temple hair with cuticles intact and aligned, sewn onto three-head machine double wefts. Bundles come in lengths from 10 to 38 inches in Straight and Natural Wavy, from 12 inches in Bodywave, and in Premium Curly. Wondering how origin affects fullness? See Indian hair vs Brazilian hair.
Bundle Chart: How Many Bundles by Length
| Hair Length | Sew-In or Wig (No Lace Piece) | With a Closure (Any Size) | With a 13×4 or 13×6 Frontal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10"–14" | 2 bundles | 2 bundles | 2 bundles |
| 16"–32" | 3 bundles | 3 bundles | 3 bundles |
| 34"–38" | 3 or more; confirm with your stylist | 3 or more; confirm with your stylist | 3 or more; confirm with your stylist |
Do Longer Lengths Need More Bundles?
Every Gemeria bundle weighs 97–100 g whatever its length, so at longer lengths the same amount of hair is spread along a longer strand. Published guidance for 100 g bundles still recommends three bundles from 16 inches upwards for a natural look. If you want very long hair to look full right to the ends, or you are choosing 34 inches or more, discuss adding a fourth bundle with your stylist.
Bundles With a Closure or Frontal
A closure or frontal finishes the install and creates your parting, so none of your own hair needs to be left out. The bundle count stays the same whatever the lace size:
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Up to 14 inches: two bundles, plus your closure or frontal.
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16 inches and longer: three bundles, plus your closure or frontal.
Explore Gemeria's closures and frontals, compare the two in lace closure vs lace frontal and see the benefits of bundles with a closure.
Other Factors That Change How Many Bundles You Need
- Desired fullness. The chart gives a natural fullness. For a glamorous, voluminous finish, you can add one bundle
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Head size. A larger head may need more wefts to cover each row, so check with your stylist whether an extra bundle is needed.
- Texture. Published guidance uses the same bundle count for every texture. Because curls look shorter than their stretched length, it suggests choosing curly hair 2 to 4 inches longer instead of adding bundles.
- Leave-out. If you leave out some of your own hair at the front, your stylist will need fewer wefts in that area.
- Wig or sew-in. A wig built on a closure or frontal uses the same count as a sew-in with the same lace piece
How to Choose the Right Length
Measure from the crown of your head down to where you want the hair to fall, such as your shoulders, mid-back or waist. That measurement is the bundle length you need. For wavy and curly textures, remember that the hair will look shorter when worn than its stretched length.
Mixing Lengths for Natural Layers
Bundles do not all have to be the same length. Combining lengths, such as 18, 20 and 22 inches, creates soft, natural-looking layers and movement. Your stylist will place each length to suit your cut.
Bundles for a DIY Wig
Making your own wig follows the same chart. You will need your bundles, a closure or frontal and a wig cap that fits your head. A closure unit is the simplest place to start, while a frontal unit gives you a full hairline that can be worn back. Our guides on how to use lace frontals and closures and frontal wig installation take you through the process.
Gemeria Bundle Prices by Length
| Length | Straight (USD) | Natural Wavy (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 10" | $125 | $133 |
| 12" | $130 | $138 |
| 14" | $145 | $153 |
| 16" | $155 | $163 |
| 18" | $165 | $173 |
| 20" | $175 | $183 |
| 22" | $185 | $193 |
| 24" | $195 | $203 |
| 26" | $205 | $213 |
| 28" | $215 | $223 |
| 30" | $225 | $233 |
| 32" | $340 | $348 |
| 34" | $375 | $383 |
| 36" | $410 | $418 |
| 38" | $445 | $453 |
As an example, two 14-inch Straight bundles come to $290, and three 22-inch Straight bundles come to $555, before adding a closure or frontal. Straight closures start at $115 for a 12-inch 4x4 in regular lace. Stylists and salons ordering in volume can request pricing through our wholesale enquiry form.
Make Your Bundles Last
Quality raw hair can be reused across installs when it is cared for well. Wash gently, keep products light, detangle from the ends upwards and protect your hair at night. Our guides to caring for body wave bundles and common mistakes with curly bundles and closures have more tips, and why raw temple hair bundles are worth it explains how quality affects lifespan.
Final Thought
So, how many bundles do I need? With 100 g bundles: two up to 14 inches, three from 16 inches upwards, and one more only if you want extra volume. Always check the weight of each bundle before you compare. Shop Gemeria's Raw Temple Hair Weft bundles, or choose a ready-made front lace wig if you prefer not to install bundles at all.
