Typical Time & Cost of Salon Services in Korea
Typical Time & Cost of Salon Services in Korea
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Typical Time & Cost of Salon Services in Korea β¨β°
(What to expect before you sit in the chair πβοΈπ)
If you’re visiting or living in Korea, a salon appointment may feel a little different πΈ
Not just in style — but in
time, structure, and pricing too β¨
Here’s a friendly guide to how long services usually take and how much they typically cost π
βοΈ 1. Haircut
β³ Time
β¨ 40–60 minutes
(includes consultation, shampoo, cut, and blow-dry π¨)
π° Cost
πΏ β©30,000 – β©70,000
(depending on salon level and stylist experience)
Korean haircuts focus on detail and balance, so consultations are never rushed π
π¨ 2. Hair Coloring
β³ Time
β¨ 2–3 hours
(longer for bleaching or corrective color π)
π° Cost
πΏ β©80,000 – β©200,000+
Pricing often depends on:
π Hair length
π Color technique
π Bleaching level
Many salons price by length, not gender β¨
π 3. Perm (Digital / Setting / Cold)
β³ Time
β¨ 2.5–4 hours
π° Cost
πΏ β©120,000 – β©300,000+
Perm services in Korea are very structured and include:
πβοΈ Multiple steps
𧴠Treatments
β¨ Styling finish
It’s normal to spend half a day at the salon for a perm πΈ
π± 4. Treatment & Scalp Care
β³ Time
β¨ 30–90 minutes
π° Cost
πΏ β©30,000 – β©150,000+
Options range from:
πΏ Quick moisture care
πΏ Deep damage repair
πΏ Scalp detox & head spa
Scalp care is often added to other services π
π¬οΈ 5. Blow-Dry & Styling
β³ Time
β¨ 20–40 minutes
π° Cost
πΏ β©20,000 – β©50,000
Perfect for events, dates, or photos πΈβ¨
Light styling focuses on natural movement π
π 6. Updos, Events & Bridal Styling
β³ Time
β¨ 60–120 minutes
π° Cost
πΏ β©70,000 – β©300,000+
Pricing varies based on:
π Style complexity
π· Photoshoots vs weddings
π° Trial sessions
Korean event styling is polished, soft, and long-lasting π
π§Ύ 7. Why Salon Visits Take Longer in Korea
Salon services in Korea are intentionally unhurried πΈ
Time is spent on:
β¨ Detailed consultations
β¨ Section-by-section work
β¨ Scalp & hair care steps
It’s normal — and encouraged — to relax during your visit πβοΈβ¨
π° 8. Why Pricing Feels Different
Korean salons usually price based on:
πΏ Hair length
πΏ Technique difficulty
πΏ Time required
This often feels more fair and transparent π
You pay for your hair, not a label π
πΌ Final Thoughts
Korean salons value:
β° Time taken with care
π° Clear, structured pricing
πΏ Long-term hair health
Think of it less like a quick appointment…
and more like a beauty ritual πβοΈβ¨
When you plan enough time and know what to expect,
a Korean salon visit becomes relaxing, not stressful πΈπ
