I have been through quite a few hairdressers in my time, and I am really quite fussy about my hair. However, the most recent hairdresser I’ve visited is, in my mind, one of the best I’ve ever been to.The simple reason for liking my current hairdresser is the fact that my hair looks as good out of the salon and after a self wash and air dry, as it does just after he has worked his magic on it.
In my previous experience, I used to notice that whilst my hair looked good right after my hair cut, in a couple of hours, or after I’d washed it the following day, it’d fall back into a previous style of its own. When I asked my then hairdresser how to maintain the style, he told me it was all about using styling products, to keep my style in shape. So, I indulged in these styling products but found they mostly weighed down my hair and I prefer my hair to swing free.
So, when I moved, and subsequently changed hairdressers, I found that my current hairdresser used a minimum of styling products on my hair. In fact, all he’d use would be a little slick of hair gloss and that was it. My hair would swing free and light but remain in its blown out style for at least 2 days so long as I did not wash it. Once I did wash it, I could replicate the blown out style to a degree at home, and my hair would always look just like how it looked the first day it was cut.
This was an eye opener for me. Thus, my personal pointers to watch out for when choosing a hairdresser is:
- It is all about the cut -Â The way he cuts the hair allows it to fall into its desired style even after a hair wash at home and with air-drying. It must therefore be a good cut.
- Whether your style is held up by styling products or because its a good cut – My hair doesn’t feel like a helmet and weighed down with styling products and I feel like a super model walking out of the salon. The only tools of my hairdresser’s styling is a good cut and his hairdryer.
- No hidden charges – My previous hairdresser would charge a basic fee for a cut and wash, then tack on other charges for use of branded shampoos or hair treatments. When I go to my current hairdresser, the price I see is the price I’m charged at the end. RM70 for a wash and cut for women and RM50 for men.
The hair salon I presently go to is De Headline Salon (Tel: 03-2142 0515) at Low Yat Plaza in Kuala Lumpur. It is on the UG floor on a side lane after a money changer and is next to a slimming salon. The decor is quite eclectic but the staff are friendly. My stylist is Thomas who I know I will frequent for a long long time. He is so popular, you need to make an appointment in advance and turn up on time or risk having to wait a long time. If finding a good hairdresser that works for you is like entering into a relationship, I’ve found my prince charming!
In fact, my family and friends are now using him too based on my recommendations and everyone loves his touch. Awesome!
Good for you. I’m very fussy when it comes to my hair especially after washing it. For those who find One Utama a convenient location, I recommend :
Razor Edge Salon 2nd Floor (Old Wing)
Price : RM85 (female) RM60 (male)
Price is more on the steeper side but the products and service is excellent. Like Paris, I normally judge the quality of the cut by looking at how my hair look after my first washing and a week after my cut (for the hair to grow out a lil).
My previous hairstylist was great too but he moved and I didn’t like his new place (I guess the ambient and product used by the salon plays a big role too) so I engaged with another guy in the same salon. He tells me what’s right and he gives lotsa advices that I’ve never heard before. And for that I thank him because I’ve never been happier. My previous stylist was all about giving in to me and sometimes my hair turn out bad because of my decision which I felt he should’ve advised me on.
I’m a fussy person and so is my stylist (probably due to his age too). Thats why I love him. He’s very meticulous and have asked me to come back for a free trim if I’m not satisfied or if my fringe grows long but I don’t wanna trim the back yet.
Look up for Daniel (off on Tuesdays) but there’s this uber hot guy there…gawd….so hot….his name is Simon (off on Wednesdays). I see that he specialises mostly in short cuts. So if you’re interested, he’s an alternative =P
i totally agree with you. i recently check out razor edge at 1u and was extremely pleased with the services. i had my haircut and coloring , and this had brought me endless praises from my family and friends.i am so glad i went there and highly recommend to anyone who wants a good haircut or change of look.Excellent service, products and skill.
i just got a cut there…
I.Luv.My.Hair… Now…
btw… simon owns the place….
he’s married tho…
Hi,
Do you all still go to razor edge? How much do they charge for colour? Thanks.
I have been having my haircut at D’Cal in Sg Wang by Kelvin for the last 10 years or so. He’s so good that my wife, mum, cousin and aunt also have their hair done by me. You are right about finding and sticking with a hairdresser that you like. It’s a personal thing :D
Fab! I’ve been looking for a new hairstylist to change to. My current one just doesn’t do it for me anymore…
Sounds like a great hairstylist! I’m pretty happy with mine at the moment, but will definitely keep Thomas and Daniel (from S-Kay’s comment) in mind when I wanna splurge a bit more. *grin*
Hi!
Can anyone update me the whereabouts I can locate Thomas, the hairstylist? The earlier comments I read mentioned Plaza Yow Chuan but I can’t seem to find that comment anymore. There was a telephone number too. Very interested to try him out. Please help!
@lavender: I think you’ll find the information in my post above. https://www.mywomenstuff.com/2007/12/14/choosing-a-good-hairdresser/
Thank you ParisB. I know I have read it somewhere but unfortunately I can’t open the bottom part of that page today. Would you be kind enough to give me the phone number again? Thank you.
Great to hear your comment on de headline.
I am one of the satisfied customers out there.
My hairdresser is Brandon.
It’s a recommended salon –
experienced stylist,
good shampoo n massage skills,
no hard selling, up-selling, cross-selling of services or hair products,
last but not least, bali style of salon – very relaxing…
i wanted to change my total look and started asking around for a good salon. Fortunately i was recommended by my friends to try out razor edge at 1 utama. I had a cut , perm and change the color of my usually dull and boring hairstyle.now i fell alive and it was the best decision made in my life.i am so happy with the transformation !Trust me, if you are looking for a change, you should try them. 2nd Floor 1 utama shopping centre ( Old Wing )
Thank you Ai vee for sharing your experiences in Razor Edge. I had a good haircut and highlights with Simon.Guess i don’t have to look around for a good salon anymore.Razor Edge highly recommended.Well done!