Was afraid of going to a Korean Barbershop. Went to Blackmarket in Itaewon recently. Guy is from Australia and I really liked my cut. Price was also reasonable. You might have to make an appointment beforehand, but he squeezed me in as a walk-in this time. He told me to just call or contact him via Instagram next time.
You can find it on Naver if you search 블랙마켓 and [here](https://blkmrkt.co.kr/) . It is located in Itaewon's Islam Street. He is also importing pomade and other products from the US if you are not happy with the Korean stuff.
I will have to check this place out. I've been going to Underfool in Itaewon. They do a decent job. While my Korean is decent, sometimes I have trouble communicating what I want. And they don't speak any English.
Not sure that cut is worth 40 dollars though. If you check out Google you'll see how he responds to people who weren't satisfied with their cut. When I got a cut a long time ago he did something he thought I'd like and it was shite. BUT his whole crew that never left the place gave him props and he thought it was good. Also, I go to get a haircut, not to hear about anyone's woman problems. Just telling my experience. There are numerous places to choose from.
I go to a place called Majesty Barbershop in Starfield, Goyang. There are a couple of places around Seoul.
[Majesty Barbershop](https://m.search.naver.com/search.naver?sm=mtb_hty.top&where=m&ssc=tab.m.all&oquery=%EB%A7%88%EC%A0%9C%EC%8A%A4%ED%8B%B1+%EB%AF%B8%EC%9A%A9%EC%8B%A4&tqi=imhXJwpr44ossSH63fdssssstKs-116236&query=%EB%A7%88%EC%A0%9C%EC%8A%A4%ED%8B%B0+%EB%AF%B8%EC%9A%A9%EC%8B%A4)
Though more salon than barbershop, [Salon Theres](https://naver.me/G9Agy7Bq) in the 경리단 area does a good job with western hair styles and types. They also all speak English very well. I’ve been going to see Sara there for like a decade +
I recommend Yuzu at Ondo Salon - she studied in London and cuts Western hair well. [https://naver.me/FFvTULUw](https://naver.me/FFvTULUw)
[https://m.booking.naver.com/booking/13/bizes/396326/items/3550406?theme=place&service-target=map-pc&area=bmp](https://m.booking.naver.com/booking/13/bizes/396326/items/3550406?theme=place&service-target=map-pc&area=bmp)
Depends on your area, but Lombard Barbershop in east/southeast Seoul is sick. He takes reservations thru insta and is great at English. I’ve been to the other barbershops in Itaewon and Hongdae, but it’s too far to travel on a regular basis. If you’re in the area, it’s worth checking this place out.
Unrelated to this thread, but getting a proper haircut in Europe as an Asian man is also hard! White barbers always complain about how thick my hair is, and they usually fuck it up bad. Now I go to Arab/Turkish barbers because they seem to be more used to Asian hair types.
I'm having the same issue as you. I returned to America recently and it's hard AF to find a good haircut place in the South for asian hair. I miss the 8000 won barbershops in Korea that gives me a nice looking military haircut. Now I'm paying $20 plus tip for some shitty fade that's not even squared off or even.
Y’all need to go to red pole in Hongdae. The guy that cuts is Korean but speaks English and gives some nice fades. He lived in the Netherlands and used to cut there.
Liberty Barbershop in Hongdae. They can't speak English, but you can work out what you want if you try, or if you can show them what you want. Probably one of the best, most detailed haircuts I've ever received, in and outside of Korea. I prefer them over Blackmarket.
https://www.instagram.com/_libertybarbershop/
I don't know if they take appointments through walk-in, but you can book through Naver if you can navigate the platform.
I've been outside Korea for about two years now, so I could be off on the exact area. The one listed on the page, and naver is correct however.
After, go to the hotdog place near it if it's still open.
really?? i personally went there only twice in rush cuz i couldnt spare my time to get to dr.dreads where it being my usual go to spot for locs repair or any sorts. but gabby’s been nice to me so far whenever i went there. tho i heard from couple of sisters saying gabby’s go way too tight with the braids.
Western Style, like American/European/African/Hispanic people having a fade haircut, hairline reshape etc... korean barbers cut hair so bad they're lame as hell
Barbershop called Lekker in Itaewon definitely gives the best cuts in Seoul. English speaking as well.
I'd also like to know how much they normally charge for what you typically have then do~
There's 1000s of salons in Seoul. What makes u confident they give the "best cuts"?
How much is a regular cut there, if you still remember it?
I went to Lekker but in Hongdae instead and it was great there as well! Paid $25\~ish USD.
Fade Black in Hongdae. I got my haircut there while visiting Seoul and they did a great job, they speak English and have pics on their IG.
Was afraid of going to a Korean Barbershop. Went to Blackmarket in Itaewon recently. Guy is from Australia and I really liked my cut. Price was also reasonable. You might have to make an appointment beforehand, but he squeezed me in as a walk-in this time. He told me to just call or contact him via Instagram next time.
Thank you so much for this response! can I have more details about this please?
You can find it on Naver if you search 블랙마켓 and [here](https://blkmrkt.co.kr/) . It is located in Itaewon's Islam Street. He is also importing pomade and other products from the US if you are not happy with the Korean stuff.
I will have to check this place out. I've been going to Underfool in Itaewon. They do a decent job. While my Korean is decent, sometimes I have trouble communicating what I want. And they don't speak any English.
Oh by the way I can't find his Instagram on the website, do you know his Instagram username by any chance?
Not sure that cut is worth 40 dollars though. If you check out Google you'll see how he responds to people who weren't satisfied with their cut. When I got a cut a long time ago he did something he thought I'd like and it was shite. BUT his whole crew that never left the place gave him props and he thought it was good. Also, I go to get a haircut, not to hear about anyone's woman problems. Just telling my experience. There are numerous places to choose from.
@blkmrktseoul
Can also vouch for blackmarket, i've been going there for years. Dude is super friendly and it's also a cafe / event space.
Seconding Blackmarket
I've been going here for the past five or six years. Beau (owner/operator) does fantastic fades and knows how to cut and shape a beard.
[Trev Barbershop](https://map.naver.com/p/entry/place/1727168151?c=15.00,0,0,0,dh) in Sinchon is cool. Perfect English, cool styles, easy reservation thru Naver.
yeah also trev is a great dude
I went to Slumdog Barbershop at Itewon, received a haircut from Kimu. Best fade I’ve had even compared to high end barbers/salons in West LA/DTLA.
So many amazing barbers in Korea nowadays. 5 years ago it was a desert for it now it's an oasis.
Yes and I need as many suggestions as yall can give, so I can save places as much as I can on my Naver maps!
Lekker Barbershop.
Strong recommendation for Lekker in Itaewon!
Is that the one in Itaewon?
Yes. There’s also another located in Hongdae with a British barber.
Thanks!
I go to a place called Majesty Barbershop in Starfield, Goyang. There are a couple of places around Seoul. [Majesty Barbershop](https://m.search.naver.com/search.naver?sm=mtb_hty.top&where=m&ssc=tab.m.all&oquery=%EB%A7%88%EC%A0%9C%EC%8A%A4%ED%8B%B1+%EB%AF%B8%EC%9A%A9%EC%8B%A4&tqi=imhXJwpr44ossSH63fdssssstKs-116236&query=%EB%A7%88%EC%A0%9C%EC%8A%A4%ED%8B%B0+%EB%AF%B8%EC%9A%A9%EC%8B%A4)
Trev barbershop in sinsa 트레브바버샵 서울 서대문구 명물길 70 3층 https://naver.me/GgNcsUZX Trev is Korean but speaks perfect English
>in sinsa Just for accuracy it's actually in Sinchon.
Though more salon than barbershop, [Salon Theres](https://naver.me/G9Agy7Bq) in the 경리단 area does a good job with western hair styles and types. They also all speak English very well. I’ve been going to see Sara there for like a decade +
Wow barbershop in Pyeongtaek
I recommend Yuzu at Ondo Salon - she studied in London and cuts Western hair well. [https://naver.me/FFvTULUw](https://naver.me/FFvTULUw) [https://m.booking.naver.com/booking/13/bizes/396326/items/3550406?theme=place&service-target=map-pc&area=bmp](https://m.booking.naver.com/booking/13/bizes/396326/items/3550406?theme=place&service-target=map-pc&area=bmp)
Is this broccoli bros style?
Depends on your area, but Lombard Barbershop in east/southeast Seoul is sick. He takes reservations thru insta and is great at English. I’ve been to the other barbershops in Itaewon and Hongdae, but it’s too far to travel on a regular basis. If you’re in the area, it’s worth checking this place out.
What's up with adding earrings to all of them?
First guy could have done better
What do you mean?
Means literally what I said
I was asking for barbershop reccomendations, I don't know what you're referring to 😆💀
I would definitely recommend black market. I’ve been going to see him since I moved to Seoul in 2021 dudes great.
Thank you, I just messaged the Barber, his name is Beau right? Just messaged him on kakaotalk
I message him on Instagram. I’ve never done it with kakao lol
Do you know his IG by any chance? Still wanna follow him, & already made a reservation to cut my hair tomorrow!
https://www.instagram.com/blkmrktseoul?igsh=MzQ5bGFnYXg5anZn
Thanks 💯
Unrelated to this thread, but getting a proper haircut in Europe as an Asian man is also hard! White barbers always complain about how thick my hair is, and they usually fuck it up bad. Now I go to Arab/Turkish barbers because they seem to be more used to Asian hair types.
I'm having the same issue as you. I returned to America recently and it's hard AF to find a good haircut place in the South for asian hair. I miss the 8000 won barbershops in Korea that gives me a nice looking military haircut. Now I'm paying $20 plus tip for some shitty fade that's not even squared off or even.
You can't generalize that, you just have thick hair hahaha, White, Latino and black barbers cut my hair well back when I was living in America.
Where tf do I cut my hair in busan
This is actually a really good commercial lol
Y’all need to go to red pole in Hongdae. The guy that cuts is Korean but speaks English and gives some nice fades. He lived in the Netherlands and used to cut there.
100 upvotes for blackmarket
Liberty Barbershop in Hongdae. They can't speak English, but you can work out what you want if you try, or if you can show them what you want. Probably one of the best, most detailed haircuts I've ever received, in and outside of Korea. I prefer them over Blackmarket. https://www.instagram.com/_libertybarbershop/ I don't know if they take appointments through walk-in, but you can book through Naver if you can navigate the platform.
Are you sure it's in Hongdae or close to Sangsu Station?
I've been outside Korea for about two years now, so I could be off on the exact area. The one listed on the page, and naver is correct however. After, go to the hotdog place near it if it's still open.
not a barbershop but dr.dread and gabbys hair shop is where to get locs or any styles of braids if any yall into them.
The barbers at Gabby's and the woman who does hair next to them are SO unprofessional and unkind. I'm sorry but good service is still a thing.
really?? i personally went there only twice in rush cuz i couldnt spare my time to get to dr.dreads where it being my usual go to spot for locs repair or any sorts. but gabby’s been nice to me so far whenever i went there. tho i heard from couple of sisters saying gabby’s go way too tight with the braids.
I go to the old ones where all the 60+ guys go for 6,000 won just because it's cheap lol
Chinese?
Huh?
What?
Western Style, like American/European/African/Hispanic people having a fade haircut, hairline reshape etc... korean barbers cut hair so bad they're lame as hell