I'm rarely satisfied with hair to the point of reviewing, but this hair is great. Very minimal shedding, no tangling, full bundles. I didn't wash it prior to install, I used it without washing for two weeks. Holds curls BEAUTIFULLY, just use a curling iron and some rods and it'll last for days. I finally washed it this morning and it feels fabulous. It has a thickness to it now that really makes it look more natural, but still soft and silky.