Hidden Costs at Korean Hair Salons — Explained
Hidden Costs at Korean Hair Salons — Explained
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Hidden Costs at Korean Hair Salons — Explained โจ๐ธ
(What surprises people — and how to avoid them ๐โ๏ธ๐)
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Korean hair salons are known for transparency ๐ธ
But if you’re not familiar with how pricing works, some costs can feel “hidden” — even when they’re normal ๐ฎ
Let’s break it all down so you can walk in prepared and relaxed โจ
๐งพ 1. Length-Based Pricing (The Biggest Surprise)
In Korea, many services are priced by hair length, not gender ๐ฟ
This can affect:
๐จ Coloring
๐ Perms
๐งด Treatments
Longer hair = more product + more time = higher cost ๐ฐ
Always ask which length category you fall into ๐
๐งด 2. Treatments Added During Chemical Services
During color or perm services, stylists may recommend:
โจ Bond protection
โจ Moisture boosters
โจ Damage-prevention treatments
These are often
optional, but not always clearly separated ๐ฉ
Ask:
๐ฌ “Is this included or extra?”
Clear questions = no surprises ๐
๐ 3. Perm Type Differences
Not all perms are priced the same ๐ธ
Digital, setting, and cold perms vary by:
โจ Technique
โจ Time
โจ Heat usage
If you just hear “perm,” the final price may change later ๐ต
Always confirm the
exact type ๐
โ๏ธ 4. Extra Styling or Iron Work
After a cut, basic styling is usually included ๐ฟ
But additional:
โจ Curling
โจ Flat ironing
โจ Special finishing
May be charged separately — especially for events ๐
Ask before saying yes ๐
๐โ๏ธ 5. Scalp Care Upgrades
Scalp care is popular in Korean salons ๐ฑ
Sometimes you’ll be offered:
โจ Scalp scaling
โจ Detox care
โจ Head spa upgrades
These are amazing — but not always included ๐ซ
Clarify if it’s an add-on ๐
๐ 6. Stylist Level Pricing
Some salons charge more for:
โจ Senior stylists
โจ Directors
โจ Celebrity stylists
The haircut might look similar —but experience level affects the price ๐ฐ
Check who you’re booking with ๐
๐งด 7. Product Recommendations at Checkout
Occasionally, stylists suggest:
โจ Shampoo
โจ Treatment
โจ Styling products
These are optional ๐ซ
You’re never required to buy them ๐
A polite “I’ll think about it” is perfectly fine ๐
โฐ 8. Time-Based Additions
If your service:
โจ Takes longer than expected
โจ Requires correction
โจ Needs extra steps
The price may increase slightly ๐ธ
This is rare, but asking upfront helps ๐
๐ฟ 9. What’s Not a Hidden Cost
Good news ๐
โ No tipping culture
โ No surprise tax
โ No pressure to tip assistants
The final price is usually the final price โจ
๐ผ Final Thoughts
“Hidden costs” at Korean hair salons usually aren’t hidden —
they’re just
not explained unless you ask ๐ธ
To avoid surprises:
๐งพ Ask for a full price before starting
โ๏ธ Confirm service type & length category
๐ฌ Don’t be afraid to ask questions
Korean salons value communication ๐
Clear expectations = happy hair day โจ๐โ๏ธ
