Best 10 Hair Salon in JB That We Think Are Worth Checking Out!

Hair care is one of those services where you have to trust the business before you see the final product. By the time you discover whether the stylist understood “just trim a little”, half your fringe may already be on the floor.

And while admittedly this is out of our field of expertise, we love content and better yet, presentable content!

It’s hard to trust a stranger with a pair of sharp scissors near your head who would decide how you look for the next 2 – 3 months on a weekend afternoon, all while paying RM50 and above.

So how do you decide? Trust and professionalism? You do that by looking at other signals.

• Reviews
• Stylist portfolios
• Before-and-after photos
• Qualifications
• Specialities
• Pricing
• Awards

Basically, very good content marketing.

We went through salon websites, menus, portfolios, booking platforms and available customer information to find 10 hair salons in JB that actually have something different to offer.

At a Glance: Which JB Hair Salon Is Best for What?

1. REDS Hair Salon

Best for: A reliable all-rounder

If someone asked us where to start for a hair salon in JB, REDS would probably be the easiest recommendation.

The salon says it has been operating since 2004 and currently has branches at City Square, KSL City Mall, Komtar JBCC and Paradigm Mall.

That gives it one immediate advantage: convenience.

The City Square branch is particularly practical for anyone coming from Singapore because it is within the JB Sentral area, while the other branches cover several of Johor Bahru’s main shopping locations.

REDS also has one of the broader service menus we came across.

Services include:

• Men’s and women’s haircuts
• Hair colouring
• Highlights
• Balayage
• Korean wave perms
• Digital perms
• Rebonding
• Keratin treatments
• Scalp treatments
• Hair extensions
• Organic colouring
• Men’s wigs and toupees

Another thing we like is that REDS publishes starting prices.

For example, men’s haircuts start from RM60, women’s haircuts from RM65, one-tone colouring from RM138, Korean wave perms from RM188 and keratin treatments from RM258.

Of course, final pricing can still depend on hair length but having a visible starting point makes comparison easier.

Worth considering if: You want an established salon with multiple locations, a broad service range and relatively straightforward pricing.

2. Style By Andy Chan

Best for: Hair colouring and more technical colour work

Style By Andy Chan stands out most clearly for colouring.

Founder Andy Chan is listed as a L’Oréal Professionnel Artistic Ambassador Malaysia, while the salon also highlights past achievements at the L’Oréal Professionnel Colour Trophy.

Its portfolio includes a wide range of colour work, from more natural tones to ash green, purple, pink, grey, ombré and foilayage.

That matters because colour is one of those services where the portfolio can tell you much more than a generic service description.

The salon also offers rebonding, perms, anti-frizz treatments and scalp care, so it is not limited to colour alone.

Another useful feature is its private Muslimah room, where customers can request a female stylist by appointment.

Located at Mid Valley Southkey, it is also relatively convenient if you are already planning a shopping trip there.

Worth considering if: You are planning a more ambitious colour change and want to look at a salon with stronger colouring credentials.

3. Studio M

Best for: Hair and scalp treatments

Studio M stands out because treatments are a major part of its service menu rather than a small add-on.

Its treatment options include:

• Mucota ultrasonic treatments
• Mucota Algana Argan Oil
• K-Gloss
• Signature Keratin
• OLAPLEX
• Shiseido Salon Solution

There is also a fairly detailed scalp treatment menu using OWAY Italy products, with options aimed at dandruff, excess oil, scalp sensitivity and hair-loss concerns.

Cuts, colours, digital perms and rebonding are still available, of course.

Its published pricing also gives customers a useful reference point. Wash-and-cut services start around RM80 for men and RM90 for women, with higher rates for director-level stylists.

Located at KSL City Mall, Studio M is also easy to combine with a wider JB trip.

Worth considering if: Your hair is dry, damaged, chemically processed or you want more treatment-focused advice.

4. SOMI HAIR Korean Salon

Best for: Korean hairstyles and perms

SOMI makes its positioning very clear.

This is not just a general salon with a Korean perm somewhere on the menu. Korean hair styling is the main concept.

Services include Korean-style cuts, setting perms, digital perms, bonding colour, bleaching, highlights, Korean hair repair and scalp detox treatments.

The salon also lists a Korean Director Haircut at RM135, while signature setting and digital perms start from RM615.

That pricing puts SOMI more towards the premium end of this list.

But if you already know you want a Korean-style result, a salon specialising in that aesthetic may make more sense than choosing a general salon based on price alone.

The salon also makes individual stylists visible online, which is useful when you want to compare portfolios before booking.

Worth considering if: Your reference photos are mostly Korean hairstyles and you want a salon that specialises in that look.

5. Trendo Hair Studio

Best for: Wearable Korean and Japanese-inspired styles

Trendo describes its approach as Korean and Japanese-inspired, but what caught our attention was the emphasis on wearability and maintenance.

The salon says its stylists take into account face shape, lifestyle and daily routine, with the aim of creating styles that remain manageable as the hair grows out.

Not everyone wants a hairstyle that looks perfect only after a professional blow-dry.

Trendo offers:

• Haircuts
• Hair colouring
• Rebonding
• Perms
• Hair-loss treatments
• Repair treatments
• Keratin services
• Anti-frizz treatments

Its treatment menu includes repair and hydration options, keratin treatments and higher-tier anti-frizz services.

The salon is located at Sutera Mall and also operates as a broader beauty lounge with facial, nail and makeup services.

Worth considering if: You want something stylish but still practical enough for everyday maintenance.

6. Serahair By Seoul Korea Salon

Best for: Access to Korean directors and stylists

Serahair is another Korean-focused salon, but the main difference is the stylist structure.

Its booking platform allows customers to choose between Korean directors, Korean designers and Malaysian stylists at different levels.

That gives customers more control over who performs the service.

For some people, that matters more than whether the salon itself is simply described as “Korean”.

Current services include:

• Haircuts
• Mucota treatments
• Wash and blow
• Korean styling services
• Various colour and treatment options

The salon is located in Permas Jaya and has a large number of service combinations available for online booking.

Customer reviews also regularly mention consultation and advice from the stylists.

Worth considering if: You specifically want the option of booking with a Korean stylist rather than only requesting a Korean-inspired hairstyle.

7. Nour Salun Muslimah

Best for: Dedicated Muslimah hair services

Nour is different from a general salon that happens to provide a private room.

The salon is specifically built around Muslimah customers.

It offers private treatment spaces and uses what the company describes as Solat-friendly or telus air products.

Services include:

• Hair colouring
• Bleaching
• Highlights
• Shiseido soft rebonding
• Keratin treatment
• Scalp treatment
• Haircuts
• Wash and blow

Nour has also developed its own haircare range, including shampoo, conditioner, hair masks, scalp products, serum and keratin mist.

That gives the salon a clearer identity than simply adding privacy as an optional service.

Worth considering if: You want a salon designed specifically around Muslimah privacy and haircare requirements.

8. D Hair Kut Studio

Best for: A smaller local salon experience

D Hair Kut Studio is much smaller than the mall-based salons above.

Located at Twin Galaxy Residences in Taman Abad, it focuses more on personalised hair services and treatments.

Customer reviews frequently mention stylists listening carefully to what customers want and offering advice before starting.

That kind of smaller setup may suit customers who prefer a quieter appointment rather than a large salon with many chairs and stylists.

It also receives positive feedback for not pushing additional treatments too aggressively, which is something many salon customers appreciate.

Its overall review count is smaller than the major salons on this list, so we would not compare the ratings directly.

Different scale, different type of business.

Worth considering if: You prefer a smaller studio and a more personal consultation.

9. Mix Hair Bar

Best for: Korean perms, balayage and trend-focused styling

Mix Hair Bar focuses heavily on Korean wave perms, balayage, colouring and hair treatments.

It currently operates branches in Taman Pelangi and Mount Austin.

Its published pricing is also fairly clear.

One-tone colouring starts from around RM210 for medium hair and RM250 for long hair, while digital hot wave perms start at RM300 for medium hair. Japanese soft rebonding is listed at RM300 for medium hair, with pricing varying by length and service category. 

What also stood out to us is the amount of educational content Mix Hair Bar publishes.

Its website includes guides explaining Korean perms, pricing, styles and aftercare rather than simply listing services.

From a customer perspective, that makes it easier to understand what you are actually booking.

From our perspective as a content marketing agency, we obviously approve.

Worth considering if: You want Korean-inspired styling with comparatively visible pricing and plenty of information before booking.

10. GO A HEAD Hair Salon

Best for: Personal, owner-led service

GO A HEAD is another smaller salon, located at Eco Galleria in Iskandar Puteri.

Its service menu includes:

• Haircuts
• Hair colouring
• Scalp detox
• Rebonding
• Cold perms
• Hot perms
• Hair treatments

Published pricing includes senior cuts from RM58 for men and RM68 for women, while director cuts start from RM88 and RM108 respectively.

Colouring for short hair starts from RM150, while rebonding and hot perms start around RM220.

The main reason we included GO A HEAD, though, is the service style.

Customer reviews frequently mention the husband-and-wife team behind the salon and describe the experience as personal and comfortable.

Worth considering if: You prefer knowing who is actually doing your hair and want a smaller, owner-led salon.

Which Hair Salon in JB Should You Choose? 

The best salon really depends on what you are looking for. 

Best all-rounder — REDS Hair Salon: A reliable starting point if you want multiple locations, a broad service menu and straightforward published pricing.

Best for hair colouring — Style By Andy Chan: Worth a closer look if you are planning balayage, creative colour or a more technical colour transformation.

Best for damaged hair and scalp care — Studio M: More treatment-focused, with a wider range of hair and scalp services than most salons on this list.

Best premium Korean specialist — SOMI HAIR: A stronger fit if your reference photos are mostly Korean hairstyles and you want a salon built around that aesthetic.

Best for Korean directors and stylists — Serahair, Mix Hair Bar, Trendo Hair Studio: Suited to people who want something stylish but still practical enough for everyday maintenance.

Best for Muslimah privacy — Nour Salun Muslimah: The clearest specialist if you want a salon designed specifically around Muslimah privacy and haircare needs.

Best for a smaller salon experience — D Hair Kut Studio: Worth considering if you prefer a quieter setting and a more personal consultation.

Best for personal, owner-led service — GO A HEAD Hair Salon: Another good choice if you prefer a smaller salon where you know who will be working on your hair.

Whichever salon you choose, we would still recommend checking the individual stylist’s portfolio before booking a major transformation or just schedule a consultation. 

We hope you folks have fun finding a hair salon that fits your needs/service, just like how our content marketing team did!