Everyone dreams of achieving Pinterest-worthy hair, but the hefty cost often makes us think “Huh, is it really worth it?”
But with Chinese New Year around the corner, why not give yourself the makeover you’ve been waiting for? By going to one of these hair salons in JB, you’ll be able to achieve the ashy violet balayage look you’ve bookmarked, and still have spare cash to feast on good food.
With our comprehensive list of salons (which are all highly-reviewed), you can make a day trip across the border and return in the evening with a glorious new mane.
Disclaimer: All prices quoted are based on shoulder length hair.
The Colour Bar specialises in bold-coloured hair dyes and uses Olaplex to ensure the customer’s hair remains strong and healthy after their makeover.
Price: Colour starts from ~S$73
Address: 14, Jalan Indah 15/1, Taman Bukit Indah, 81200 Johor Bahru
Known for their modern and edgy cuts, Stay B is the preferred salon for working women who are into sleek and chic styles. You’ll even get a 50% off your next visit after Chinese New Year.
Price: Cut & Colour start from ~S$73
Address: 176, Jalan Dato Sulaiman, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru
If you can’t decide on a hair colour, why not get pick a shade based on your lucky Feng Shui colours? For a full pampering session, you can also opt for a mani-pedi at Barber Work Studio.
Price: Cut & Colour start from ~S$83, Manicures start from ~S$11
Address: 15, Jalan Dedap 4, Johor Jaya, 81100 Johor Bahru
Like the name suggests, K Style specialises in all things K-beauty. If you want to have hair like your favourite idols, bring along a reference photo and their Korean stylists will get right to it.
Price: Cut & Colour start from ~S$66, Cut & Perm start from ~S$83
Address: 32, Jalan Indah 15/3, Taman Bukit Indah, 81200 Johor Bahru
LadyKim believes in the mantra ‘Less is more’. Instead of whipping up fancy hair colours, the hair experts at LadyKim prefer treating frizzy ends to give customers a healthy, glowy mane. You can even do your lash extensions while you’re here too.
Price: Cut & Colour start from ~S$92, Treatment starts from ~S$50
Address: 23, Jalan Indah 15/2, Taman Bukit Indah, 81200 Johor Bahru
Besides the usual balayage and ombre styles, Infinity does a pretty sick job at undercuts too. Suitable for men and women, an undercut will add an edgy vibe to your overall look.
But if you’d rather get a conventional dye job, visit the salon with a friend and get a double makeover for a girly-day out.
Price: Cut & Colour start from ~S$73, Men’s Undercuts starts from ~S$13
Address: L2-97 KSL CITY No. 33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru
Known for their perming techniques, Luxe is one of the best in town if you’re looking for bouncy, natural curls.
Price: Perms start from ~S$100
Address: Lot SK7, Level 2, Komtar JBCC, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru
Sometimes, all you need is a healthy head of hair to glow up. The salon uses Mucota Scena Plus, a hair formula which repairs and moisturises your hair to tame frizziness.
Price: Cut & Treatment start from ~S$70
Address: Ground Floor G-08, KSL City, No.33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru
Newz Salon uses Shiseido Hair Colours to ensure you’ll achieve a vibrant mane without compromising on the health of your hair.
Price: Color & Treatment start from ~S$80
Address: Level 2, 2-10, KSL City, No.33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru
Specialising in shades of browns and neutrals, Style offers a more wearable twist on bold hair colours which are suitable for conservative workplaces. All their dyes are also strictly ammonia-free.
Price: Cut & Colour start from ~S$90
Address: Lot 221A & 221B, Komtar JBCC, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, 80000 Johor Bahru
Great hair shouldn’t require you to sacrifice all your hongbao money. With a few hours to spare, you can get the same hair results for a fraction of the price at a JB hair salon.
*All prices are subjective and dependent on the length and style of your hair.
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