'Bit & Boot' an upscale and all-in-one hair and make-up studio in Seoul's Gang-nam (Cheng-dam) area. It is named after the Korean words for comb ('빗' bit) and brush ('붓' boot), symbolizing their combined services. It is known as a top spot where K-pop idols (e.g., BTS, TWICE, EXO, NCT, and Le Sserafim etc.) get their iconic looks, attracting fans seeking celebrity-level transformations with expert styling by founders 'Park Nae-joo' (BTS's stylist) and 'Won Jeong-yo' (dubbed the "God of Idol Make-up"). They offer a full K-beauty experience from cuts to glam make-up, making it a pilgrimage site for K-pop enthusiasts.
'Chengdam LuLu Beauty Shop' is a famous and celebrity-frequented K-pop hair and make-up salon in Seoul's trendy 'Gang-nam' district (near 'Ap-gu-jeong Rodeo'). It is known for transforming visitors into K-pop stars with skilled designers who have styled groups like TWICE and ITZY. They offer popular K-pop/Y2K looks, English-friendly service, and an elegant and luxurious experience.
'CARADI' in Cheng-dam-dong, Gangnam is a premium K-beauty salon famous for celebrity clients and 'Hal-lyu' (Korean Wave) styling. They offer services like head spas, hair coloring/bleaching, and make-up in a spacious, 'Do-san Park'-view setting. They specialize in creating personalized K-pop looks and use amber shampoo for scalp care, with foreigner-friendly staff and services for both hair and make-up. Reservations required.
'Mono hair' is a well-known hair salon, particularly with foreigners. They offer personalized K-style haircuts, coloring, and perms by English-speaking stylists like 'Creative Director Oscar'. They provide a premium and relaxing experience for getting trendy Korean hair in Seoul. They specialize in modern styles and offer one-on-one consultations. They are recognized for their international flair and quality service, being part of the 'Intercoiffure (ICD) Korea'.
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A:MUU Hair Salon (Myeong-dong)
'A:MUU' hair salon is a trendy and celebrity-favored K-beauty spot in Seoul. It is known for trendy cuts, colors, and make-up by top stylists seen in K-dramas. They offer premium services for both locals and international clients seeking that famous Korean look. It is a high-end Korean salon experience focused on delivering the latest K-beauty styles with top-tier artistry and service. It is perfect for anyone wanting to achieve that sought-after Korean look.
'XEO Hair' (제오헤어) is a prominent Korean premium hair salon franchise managed by the parent company 'Beau-Cé' (주) 뷰쎼. It was established for over 23 years, the brand is known for its high technical standards, consistent pricing, and focus on both local and international trends.
The salon aims to create a "happy space" for both customers and staff, prioritizing personalized consulting and high-quality hair products. The brand hosts the annual 'XEO Hair & Franck Provost Hair Contest', where stylists compete to showcase new trends and techniques. Stylists are trained through the 'Beau-Cé Academy', which provides systematic training in global trends and advanced hairdressing skills.
'idHair' is a major Korean hair salon brand which was established in 1988. It is known for its high-quality K-beauty styling, professional designers trained at its in-house academy (id Academy), and trendy & celebrity-inspired looks. It offers services from basic cuts to complex treatments in clean, modern, and foreigner-friendly locations across Seoul. It often praised for excellent value, service, and expertise in creating K-pop/idol styles. They focus on personalized consultations and use eco-friendly, vegan products, making them a popular choice for both locals and tourists seeing authentic Korean hair experiences.
'Lowe' Hair is a premium Korean hair salon brand in Seoul, especially recognized for its 'private hair room' concept. Unlike traditional open-concept salons, LOWE services in dedicated private spaces to ensure client comfort and personalized attention. LOWE is highly popular among international customers for its accessibility: English speaking stylists via Instagram DM and reservations can be made through their website. The salon is specialized in modern K-beauty trends with a focus on Signature Cuts (e.g., Layered cuts, Tassel cuts, Hush cuts etc.), Perms (Specialist perms including Layered Perms, Jelly Perms, Sand Perms, and the 'Hug Perms'), and Scalp Care.
Eco Jardin (Jam-sil Lotte Tower)
'Eco Jardin' at Seoul's Lotte Tower is a luxurious Korean hair and scalp spa. They use an electron microscope and AI system to analyze scalp conditions for tailored care. It is famous for its unique '18-Step Stem Cell Head Spa' by using AI scalp analysis for personalized treatments that focus on hair loss prevention, follicle health, and deep scalp cleansing scalp treatment. They offer a tranquil and VIP escape within the iconic skyscraper for both locals and international visitors seeking advanced K-beauty hair care. They offer private treatment rooms and a spacious and calming environment for a relaxing experience. They are staffed by top hair designers, some leading Seoul Fashion Week trends.
'Moclock' in Gang-nam is a popular Korean premium scalp and hair loss treatment center. It offers personalized head spa services like deep cleansing, scaling, and hair growth therapy using advanced tech (LED and ozone) for issues like thinning hair, dandruff, or oiliness. It is known for its relaxing environment, private rooms, and celebrity appeal, blending K-beauty wellness with effective hair care solutions for tourists and locals. 'Moclock' provides a luxurious and results-driven scalp care experience. It is perfect for anyone wanting to improve their hair health or enjoy a moment of K-beauty relaxation in Seoul.
'Rolling Jay' is a popular K-beauty salon in Seoul's trendy 'Gang-nam' district. It is knwn for providing expert hair-style, cutting, coloring and make-up services, especially K-star looks. it is popular with tourists and locals for special events or evening glam. They offers an accessible luxury experience near 'Gang-nam-gu Office Station'. They offer services like trendy cuts, make-up application, and even wedding styling. They focus on creating stylish tailored looks using professional techniques. A personalized beauty session lasts about 1~2.5 hours. You can bring inspiration photos for your desired look. Shampoo and basic styling are standard but extra will be charged for updos or specific designers. You are advised to book in advance, especially for popular times and go with clean and product-free hair (e.g, no sunscreen on face).
'Color of You' in 'Hong-dae' offers professional personal color analysis to help you discover your best color for make-up, hair, and clothing. They use draping fabrics and expert guidance to identify your unique palette (warm/cool, light/dark) for a naturally radiant look, with optional style and perfume services, all available in multiple languages (English, Chinese, and Japanese) for tourists. It is popular service for enhancing personal style by matching colors to your skin tone and features. You are advised to arrive early (10 minutes) as late arrivals (15+ minutes) may result in cancellation without refund.
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