Korean trending hairstyles refer to trendy hair styles showcased by KPOP idols that spread rapidly across Korea. We'll introduce the hairstyles that were popular in 2023 along with KPOP idol styling, and show you how to get discounts at Korean hair salons.
1. Trending Hairstyles in Korea - Women
In Korea, trends in fashion, lifestyle, and hairstyles change rapidly. In particular, KPOP idols lead hair trends the fastest, and styles spread quickly among fans.
Short Hair Trends
Wendy Cut: A short cut popularized by Red Velvet's Wendy, featuring layers at the bottom of the short hair for a light and fresh look. In Korea, it's known as the "Wendy Cut" and can be styled in various ways. (Source: @todayis_wendy)
Layerless Short Hair + Cro Hair: IVE Chaewon's cro hair style, featuring slightly weighty bangs and straight hair. Even after Chaewon switched to brown hair, this style has remained popular. (Source: @_chaechae_1)
Long Hair Trends
Sleek Perm: A straight hairstyle that NewJeans has maintained since their debut. It looks neat and never goes out of style, making it the most consistently popular long hair style in Korea. (Source: @newjeans_official)
Hush Cut: A long, heavily layered hairstyle that aespa's Karina pulls off beautifully. It looks great with or without bangs and suits a hip style. (Source: @katarinabluu)
Hippie Perm: A red-colored hippie perm showcased by aespa's Winter. It can be personalized based on length, layers, and hair color, making it a frequently chosen hairstyle among Koreans. (Source: @imwinter)
2. Recommended Hair Arrangements for 2024
Short Hair Recommendation: Wendy Cut
For short hair, we recommend the Wendy Cut. Although it's been trending in Korea for quite some time, it has now become a timeless classic rather than just a trend. Different levels of layering allow for various styling options.
Long Hair Recommendations: Build Perm, Sandy Cut, Hippie Perm
Build Perm: A style frequently worn by Korean idols and actresses, featuring side bangs that flow along the face for a sweet and innocent look.
Sandy Cut: With layered steps, it maintains the charm of long hair while giving a lighter impression. We recommend it as layered hairstyles are hugely popular in Korea.
Hippie Perm: Adds volume for a full and lush look. Adding color can create a completely different image. (Source: LEEKAJA)
3. How to Get Discounts at Korean Hair Salons
If you're a NAMANE Card user, you can get an instant 15% cashback at LEEKAJA hair salons. Try out trending hairstyles during your trip to Korea! Check out more benefits on our Benefits page.
Participating Locations
- LEEKAJA Yongsan Branch
- LEEKAJA Hongdae Branch
- LEEKAJA Jamsil Branch
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What are the most popular women's hairstyles in Korea?
As of 2023–2024, the most popular women's hairstyles in Korea are the Wendy Cut for short hair, and the Sleek Perm and Hippie Perm for long hair. The Sleek Perm in particular has maintained steady popularity thanks to the influence of KPOP idols like NewJeans.
Q. What is the average price at Korean hair salons?
Haircut prices at Korean salons range from about 15,000 to 30,000 won, while perms cost around 50,000 to 150,000 won. Franchise salons in popular areas like Gangnam and Hongdae may be slightly more expensive, but you can reduce costs by getting 15% cashback at partner salons with your NAMANE Card.
Q. Can foreigners use Korean hair salons?
Yes, foreigners can freely use Korean hair salons. Franchise salons like LEEKAJA have staff who can assist in foreign languages, so you can visit without worrying about the language barrier. Bringing photos of your desired style will help make communication even smoother.
