8 Hair Salons In Johor Bahru For Cheap Perms (2025)

Best hair salons in JB for cheap perms

Getting voluminous curls in Singapore can be quite a struggle, thanks to the humidity. That’s where perms come in – they’re a long-term solution in adding some volume and texture. Just on the other side of the Causeway in Johor Bahru lies a myriad of the best hair salons in JB, with cheap perms from as low as S$46.

1. REDS Hairdressing

Best hair salon in JB City Square for Korean wave perm (from S$46.70)

They also do colouring from RM138 (~S$43.32).
Image credit: Huatsiong Lim via Google Maps

Our beloved K-pop stars all have one thing in common: luscious, voluminous waves. And at REDS Hairdressing, you can achieve that same hairstyle.

Conveniently located at JB City Square, this hair salon is best known for offering cold perms from RM148 (~S$46.70) and Korean wave perms from RM188 (~S$59.32). Root perms are available too, and you can enquire about the costs during your consultation. In case you don’t have enough Malaysian Ringgit on hand, they also allow you to foot the bill in Singapore cash.

A reviewer also noted that she didn’t experience any hard selling from the workers, so you won’t have to worry about dealing with a barrage of additional products and services you don’t need.

Address: Lot J4-10, Level 4, Johor Bahru City Square, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: +60 7-222 1318 | REDS Hairdressing website

2. Luxe Studio

Near JB Sentral (from S$69.31)

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There’s everything to like about Luxe Studio: its location close to JB Sentral makes the journey there a breeze. You can choose between perms like an organic green perm, a C-curve, J-curve, S-curve or Korean perm.

Korean perm that can last for up to 6 months.
Image credit: @luxestudiojb via Instagram

For those who aren’t familiar with the perm styles, not to worry. The friendly stylists will recommend what’s best for you, keeping the health and condition of your hair in mind.

Perms start from RM300 (~S$94.68) which is super affordable considering you’re getting professional service. There’s also free WiFi in the salon so you’ll be well-entertained during your time there; you can even check out their YouTube channel to see the kind of hairstyles the stylists have done before for ideas.

Previous hijabi customers have noted that the salon also has a private room for hijabis to have their hair cut, so you can recommend this to your Muslimah friends.

Address: Lot SK7, Level 2, Komtar JBCC, Jalan Wong Ah Fok, 80000, Johor Bahru, Johor
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: +60 7-220 0888 | Luxe Studio website

3. Unique Expired

No harsh chemicals used (from S$63.12)

Image credit: @uniqueexpired via Instagram

It’s no secret that the things we want to do with our hair may not always be the best for it. But it’s always a win-win when salons ensure your hair looks the way you want it to and still stays healthy. At Unique Expired, hair stylists are careful to avoid products with harsh and damaging chemical additives to make sure your locks stay luscious.

Image credit: Unique Expired – Hair Dressing

Regular perms start from RM200 (~S$63.12) for short hair and RM350 (~S$110.47) for long hair. Digital perms start from RM360 (~S$113.62) for short hair and RM420 (~S$132.56) for long hair.

They also take their customer satisfaction very seriously. On Google Reviews, a previous customer noticed her hair creasing after her perm. One of their stylists reached out to her and arranged a follow-up appointment to address the issues. She ended up recommending the salon to her mother, who also loved the service.

Address: G-01 Plaza Mentari Sun City, Jalan Kuning Taman Pelangi, Johor Bahru
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 11am-8.30pm | Sun 11am-6.30pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: +60 7-333 1442 | Unique Expired Facebook

4. Ceres Salon

Studio at Austin Heights (from S$63.07)

Many have vouched that they’re willing to cross the Causeway for Ceres Salon alone where the service is impeccable. The friendly hair stylists will welcome you warmly and take their time to make sure that your hair is exactly how you want it to be.

Image credit: @ceres_hair_studio via Instagram

This hair salon in JB offers perms from RM200 (~S$63.07) depending on your hair length. And after you get your new curls, pop by Garden Nail Gallery just a minute’s walk away from the salon where you can get your nails done too for a full day of pampering! Service prices vary, though they are known among Singaporeans for affordable gel nails.

Someone who had gotten a perm from them did note that the hairdresser they were assigned to appeared unprofessional. It was only one review, but it’s worth keeping in mind before heading down.

Address: 31, Jalan Austin Heights 8/5, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 11am-8pm, Daily
Contact: +60 7-350 7962 | Ceres Salon website

5. OGGI Professional Hair Studio

Perms with free haircuts (from S$104.30)

Image credit: @oggi_professional via Instagram

We all know that certain hues like ash grey or crazier colours can be difficult to achieve, but the stream of happy customers from OGGI Professional Hair Studio should be enough to tell you that there’s nothing to fear.

Image credit: @oggi_professional via Instagram

Perms here are also rather affordable, ranging from RM250 (~S$79.01) with a free haircut, too. This way, your new curls won’t be weighed down by the heaviness of your hair.

Address: 74, Jalan Pingai, Taman Pelangi, 80400 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 10.30am-8pm | Sun 10.30am-7pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: +60 7-331 3969 | OGGI Professional Hair Studio Facebook

6. Studio M KSL

Best hair salon in KSL City Mall for head massages & free hair masks (from S$109.79)

Image credit: @studiomksl via Instagram

No, this isn’t the Malaysian version of the apartment-hotel we have in Singapore, but rather, Studio M KSL is a hair salon where you can expect tip-top treatment. The hair salon in JB offers you the best pampering down to the smallest of details – their head massages are known to be top-notch and past customers have shared that they’ve received freebies such as hair masks as well.

Image credit: @studiomksl via Instagram

A perm at the salon will take about 2 hours, though you’d probably wish that it were longer with all the royal treatment going on. Perms cost from RM348 (~S$109.79) for short hair and RM448 (~S$141.34) for long hair.

If you have very sensitive hair that requires tender care, this might be a good salon for you. A review mentioned how one of the stylists gave advice on which styles suited her hair best and addressed all her concerns during the appointment.

Address: Malaysia, Jalan Seladang, MY Johor Johor Bahru Taman Abad G-08, KSL City
Opening hours: Mon-Sun 10am-9.30pm
Contact: +60 7-289 0058 | Studio M KSL website

7. Stay B

Perms & specialised hair treatments (from S$94.33)

Frequent JB goers may remember Stay B which was previously located at Jalan Dato Sulaiman. While that branch has since closed down, there’s a new branch conveniently located at Komtar JBCC.

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Set aside at least 2 hours of your day to get a hot perm here, with prices ranging from RM299 (~S$94.33), depending on hair length. Keratin hair treatment (from RM399, ~S$1125.88) and Mucota Algana Treatment (from RM499,~S$157.37) services are also available to improve the health of your hair.

A customer who received a perm from them expressed how satisfied she was with the job. They helped tame her frizzy hair and showed a picture of her smooth, luscious waves from the day after the appointment, without any additional product.

Address: Lot 221D, Level 2, Komtar JBCC, Johor Bahru City Centre, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: 10am-8pm, Daily
Contact: +60 7-277 8858 | Stay B website

8. Kimno Design Hair Studio and Makeup

Best hair salon in JB for weddings (from S$125.68)

Image credit: @driftprincess999 via Instagram

Kimno Design Hair Studio is one of the best hair salons in JB that people go to for their wedding hairstyling and makeup, so you can trust that the quality will be there.

Image credit: @kimno_design_hair_studio via Instagram

The salon offers Korean perms for about RM400 (~S$125.68) for short hair above the shoulders. You might just walk in intending to get curls, but you’ll also be tempted by their other treatments – from an aromatherapy hair spa to a highly-recommended anti-frizz treatment that’ll leave you with silky smooth tresses.

However, some may view the price as too high. A male customer who came in to get his bangs cut was unsatisfied when his bangs were cut too short but he was charged more than RM600 (~S$188.53) for it. Though the reviews are mostly positive, it’s something to keep in mind to make sure you get your money’s worth at this salon.

Address: 87, Jalan Molek 1/29, Taman Molek 81100, JB
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am-8pm | Sun 11am-7pm
Contact: +60 16-793 8369 | Kimno Design Hair Studio Facebook

Bonus: Number76 Singapore

Previously a JB-favourite (from S$167)

Image credit: Number76 Hair Salon Singapore

For those who can’t spare the time to head across the causeway, get your perms settled at Number76 Hair Salon Singapore, with cold perms from S$167 and digital perms from S$248.

Image credit: @number76_singapore via Instagram

You may have heard of Number76, a famous salon chain originating from Japan. While their popular outlet in JB’s Paradigm Mall has closed down since the pandemic, those who miss their premium services can find a much nearer outlet in Somerset.

Yoshi, the salon’s Senior Director, received praise from a customer after she received a root retouch. He provided her great service and additional scalp treatment with no extra charge. This praise is shared among many other customers.

Address: #02-21, 22 & 23, Orchard Gateway, 277 Orchard Road, 238858
Opening hours: Fri-Wed 11am-8.30pm | Thu 11am-6pm
Contact: 6385 6776 | Number76 Singapore website

Get a perm at these best hair salons in JB

JB has long served as a convenient weekend getaway place for many of us to stuff ourselves with yummy food and do our shopping – and it’s equally good for beauty services like hair cuts, perms, and manicures. For those who can’t spare the time to cross the border, also check out our list of affordable salons in Singapore.

Check out our other Johor Bahru articles here:

Cover image adapted from: @uniqueexpired via Instagram, Unique Expired – Hair Dressing via Facebook
Originally published by Persis Gan on 7th July 2022. Last updated by ‘Arifah Malik on 18th November 2025.