A-eee Hair Salon: Haircut & Perm for Men & Women

A Korean salon visit can be more than a trim: at A-eee in Hongdae, you can ask for a design cut, perm or straightening service shaped around your hair and the look you want. Stylist Aeee begins with a consultation, and a translation app can help if you and your stylist do not share a language.

I like two things here: the one-to-one service, which gives you time to talk through your plans, and the practical styling advice, including how to blow-dry your hair and what products to look for at Olive Young. One consideration: book the exact service you want. A styling-and-blow-dry appointment does not include a haircut, and longer or more involved services may cost extra.

What to know before you book

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• A personal consultation comes first: Aeee checks your hair and discusses the style before starting.
• Choose from more than haircuts: Options include men’s and women’s cuts, several men’s perm styles, women’s straightening, color, treatments and styling.
• The setting is one-to-one: The salon is described as a one-person service in a shared salon, rather than a group appointment.
• Expect advice you can use at home: Hair flow, scalp condition, blow-drying and product suggestions may all come up during your visit.
• Allow about 40 to 60 minutes: That estimate is based on long hair. Confirm the expected timing for your selected package.
• Check the package before paying: Prices and inclusions differ, and extra work or products may add to the cost.

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A Hongdae salon appointment, not a group activity

A-eee is a hair appointment in Seoul’s Hongdae neighborhood, not a guided sightseeing tour. The appeal is having a stylist focus on your hair, listen to what you want and explain a plan before the scissors, perm rods or treatment products come out.

The salon is described as a one-person operation offering one-to-one service in a premium shared salon. That arrangement suits anyone who prefers a calmer appointment and direct attention over a busy salon floor. It also means the schedule is less flexible for groups: if you are booking for more than one person, make separate reservations with enough time between them.

A stylist named Aeee is identified in the service details and in accounts of the appointment. Customers describe using translation software to discuss the cut, perm and styling plan. If you have a specific look in mind, bring a photo and explain what you like about it. A photo gives you a shared visual reference, but the consultation still matters: the stylist may need to adjust the plan to suit your hair condition, growth pattern or daily needs.

Finding the salon near Hongdae Station

The location details give the address as 25 in Seoul, which is not a complete street address on its own. For a more useful landmark, the salon is described as about a five-minute walk from Hongdae Station Exit 9. Directions also place it on the second floor of the Daiso building, diagonally across from Olive Young. One set of directions says to use the elevator in the middle of the building.

That landmark detail helps in a neighborhood where a street number alone may not get you to the right door. Give yourself a few extra minutes to find the entrance and reach the second floor, especially if you have booked a service with a fixed start time.

Select a specific appointment time when booking. The reservation cannot be confirmed without one, and the voucher is valid only on the date and time specified, if a time applies. Confirmation is expected within minutes; if it does not arrive, contact customer support.

Start with the consultation

Every service begins with a consultation. This is where you can explain what you want, show a reference photo and hear how the plan might work with your hair. It is also the point to discuss length, thickness, condition and any extra technique or product that could affect the final price.

The consultation is especially useful if you are choosing a perm or straightening service. The menu includes several men’s perm styles, such as shadow, slick, vintage, hippie and magic, plus women’s magic straightening. Those labels can be hard to interpret from a menu alone. Use the consultation to explain the finish you are after rather than relying only on a style name.

Communication need not be perfect to be useful. Translation apps have helped customers and the stylist discuss hair concerns, explain each step and talk through aftercare. Still, a few reference photos and clear preferences can make the appointment easier. For instance, you might explain whether you want a look that is easy to style, how much length you are willing to remove, or what you need to keep for work.

The stylist may suggest an additional service after seeing your hair. A down perm, for example, was recommended during one haircut appointment and accepted by the customer. Treat suggestions as options, not obligations: extra services and upgrades may cost more, and the salon says those charges should be explained so you can decide whether to proceed.

Choose the service that matches your plan

The menu covers a wide range, but each package has its own scope. K-Style Professional Hair Styling & Blow-Dry is for styling, not a haircut. One customer arrived expecting a cut as part of that package and had to ask about adding it. The stylist was able to accommodate the request at the time, but availability is not guaranteed. If you want a cut, book a haircut package from the start.

A design haircut is the simplest choice if you mainly want a new shape. Men’s and women’s design cuts are both listed. For a cut with added volume or a specific Korean-style finish, ask during the consultation whether another technique is appropriate and what it would cost.

Men’s services include a haircut with down perm and a separate menu of perm styles: shadow, slick, vintage, hippie and magic. A down perm may suit someone seeking a more controlled shape, but your stylist should confirm what is suitable for your hair. Women’s options include design cuts, magic straightening and color. For treatments, there are scalp shampoo and hair care, nourishing treatment, and a premium Korean keratin and Brazilian-style treatment.

The service details list shampoo, hair treatment, professional blow-dry styling, roll-brush styling, iron finishing, hair essence, fixing spray and a consultation among the included items. Check the exact package description before booking, since not every service necessarily includes every step. The package page identifies those inclusions with the styling-and-blow-dry option.

From shampoo to finished style

For packages that include a wash, treatment or styling, expect the appointment to move from consultation into the selected service, then finish with drying and styling as appropriate. The listed finishing touches include a round-brush blow-dry, iron work, hair essence and fixing spray. That final styling is useful because it shows the result in a polished form, not just immediately after a cut or treatment.

The approximate service time is 40 to 60 minutes, based on long hair. That is a broad estimate, not a guarantee for every package. Your chosen service and hair condition matter, and the final details are confirmed in person. If you are fitting the appointment between other plans, ask about timing for the exact package rather than assuming all services take the same amount of time.

Aftercare is a practical part of the visit. Aeee has explained how to style and blow-dry hair after a cut or perm, and has offered advice on hair flow and scalp condition. Product recommendations have included items that are easy to find at Olive Young, including the branch across from the salon. That kind of guidance can make a salon result more useful once you are back in your hotel or at home, where there is no stylist to finish the look for you.

What the price buys, and what it may not

The activity summary gives a starting price of US$66.45, while the package menu lists some options from US$60.45. Prices vary by service, and the listed starting figure should not be treated as the cost of a perm, straightening service or treatment. For example, the menu shows men’s and women’s design haircuts from US$64.45, men’s haircut with down perm from US$125.89, and men’s perm styles from US$226.55.

Other listed prices include women’s magic straightening from US$314.99, women’s coloring from US$201.39, a nourishing hair treatment from US$226.35, and a premium Korean keratin and Brazilian-style treatment from US$302.09. Scalp shampoo and hair care, as well as professional styling and blow-dry, are listed from US$60.45. These are starting prices, not a promise that every head of hair will cost exactly that amount.

The value depends on what you need. If you want a careful cut and a lesson in how to manage the shape afterward, a design haircut may make more sense than paying for a larger treatment package. If you want chemical work, such as a perm or straightening, expect a higher starting price and use the consultation to confirm the plan and total before agreeing.

Hair length, thickness and condition can affect the price, and additional techniques or products may add charges. The salon says it will explain extra costs and let you decide whether to proceed. That is a good reason to discuss your budget before the service begins, especially if you are open to add-ons but do not want surprises.

Who will get the most from A-eee

I would consider this appointment if you want a Korean-style cut or perm and value individual attention over a quick walk-in trim. It is also a useful choice if you have a reference photo but want a stylist to adapt it to your hair, rather than simply copy a picture without discussion.

You do not need to speak English or Korean fluently to make the appointment work. Translation software has been used successfully, but clear expectations help. Bring photos from different angles if the shape matters, and be ready to discuss what you do and do not want changed.

The service may be less suitable if you need a fast, fixed-price haircut with no consultation or possible extras. It is also not a good idea to book styling and assume it includes a cut. Choose the package with care, select a specific time, and leave room for a conversation before the work starts.

The salon prohibits smoking and drinking. If staff catch you doing either, you will be asked to leave. Cancellation is eligible for a full refund if made at least 24 hours before the activity date, using destination local time.

Should you book this Hongdae hair appointment?

Book A-eee if you want a one-to-one salon visit, a tailored Korean haircut or chemical service, and practical advice on styling your hair afterward. The strongest reasons to go are the consultation-first approach, the ability to communicate with translation software and the attention given to finishing and aftercare.

Before you reserve, match the package to your goal, check whether it includes a cut, and ask about any price changes tied to your hair condition. If you do those three things, you will arrive with a clear plan and a better sense of what the appointment can deliver.

FAQ

Where is A-eee Hair Salon?

The salon is in Hongdae, Seoul. It is described as about a five-minute walk from Hongdae Station Exit 9, on the second floor of the Daiso building diagonally across from Olive Young.

Who provides the service?

The service is provided by stylist Aeee, also referred to as Director Aeee.

Do I need to select an appointment time?

Yes. A specific time must be selected for the reservation to be confirmed.

How long does an appointment take?

The estimated service time is about 40 to 60 minutes, based on long hair. Final details depend on the selected service and are confirmed after the consultation.

Does the styling and blow-dry package include a haircut?

No. The K-Style Professional Hair Styling & Blow-Dry package does not include a haircut.

What services can I book?

Options include men’s and women’s design haircuts, men’s perms, women’s magic straightening, women’s color, styling and blow-dry, scalp shampoo and hair care, and several hair treatments.

Can I use a translation app to communicate?

Yes. Translation software has been used to discuss hair condition, service plans and styling advice.

Can the price increase after I arrive?

Yes. Hair length, thickness or condition, and extra techniques or products may affect the cost. Any additional charges should be explained so you can decide whether to proceed.

Is shampoo included?

Shampoo is listed among the included items, but package details vary. Check the specific package before booking.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, using destination local time.