How to use Korean beauty salons for foreigners: Reservation, treatment, and communication tips

Want to cut, perm, or dye your hair, but are worried about language? Korean hair salons have a well-equipped system, so foreigners can use them comfortably as long as they know a few things. We'll cover everything from reservations to communication tips.

beauty salon? barbershop? Where should I go?

General cuts, perms, and dyeing Beauty Salon (Hair Shop)From. If you want to get men's haircuts cheaply, Barbershop, barbershop or low-cost men’s cut specialty storeI like it too. Local hair salons are cheaper, while larger salons in downtown tend to be more expensive.

How to make a reservation

These days Naver reservation or hair salon app or phoneThere are many places where you can make reservations. When making a reservation Treatment and designer of your choiceYou can choose. Of course, you can visit (walk-in) without a reservation, but the waiting line may be long on weekends and evenings.

menu and prices

The procedure is Cut, perm, dyeing, clinic (treatment) It is divided into categories, and the price varies depending on hair length and designer grade. Prices are posted on the menu or app, so check them in advance. Perm and dyeing take a long time, so it’s best to take your time.

If you are worried about communication

the best way Showing a photo of the style you wantIt is. “Please do it like this picture” is most definitely the answer. translation appIt is a good idea to explain the length, layers, and color, and prepare key expressions in advance, such as “shorten/just a little/just trim.”

Payment and tipping culture

After the procedure Pay at the counterAnd Korean hair salons also don’t have tips. If you like something, it's common to designate the same designer next time and become a regular customer. Some places offer discounts through membership or coupons.

A photo and a translation app are all you need. Try a new hairstyle in Korea!