Digital Perm in Cheongdam, Seoul

Digital perm price at WENEED BLACK Cheongdam

The digital perm sits under the setting / digital perm line on the menu.

Prices follow the salon’s Naver Place listing (October 2026). The price also depends on the stylist’s level, hair length and hair condition, and your stylist confirms the final price before work starts.

How a digital perm differs from a standard perm

In a standard cold perm, chemistry alone does the work. In a digital perm, the hair is wrapped on rods, softened with a solution, and then warmed with a temperature-controlled machine. The heat helps the new shape set while the hair is under tension.

The visible difference is in how the hair dries. A heat-set curl tends to look more defined and springy when dry, and it often keeps its form even if you air-dry. A cold perm usually looks softer and looser when dry, and it often looks right with a bit of product.

What the finished curl looks like

The digital perm is known for waves and curls with a clear, regular pattern. It can be shaped as large, relaxed waves or as tighter curls, depending on rod size and wrapping direction. Because the curl is set, it often looks neat when the hair is dry and lightly tousled, and it can look more structured when the hair is wet.

The point worth knowing in advance is that dry curl looks different from wet curl. A heat-set wave may look tighter when freshly washed and relax slightly as it dries.

Hair types that tend to suit it

• Hair that does not hold a shape and falls straight again within a day.
• Medium to thick hair that benefits from a set pattern.
• Anyone who prefers to wash, dry and go instead of styling each morning.

Fine hair can be heat-permed too, but the stylist may choose a lower setting and larger rods. Very weak or heavily bleached hair may not be a candidate, since heat adds stress to hair that is already fragile.

Price and what affects the quote

The setting / digital perm is listed at ₩385,000 on the Naver Place menu. Stylist level, hair length and density decide the final figure, and the stylist confirms it after seeing your hair. A digital perm takes longer than a basic one because of the setting stage, so leave a generous part of the day. The perm services overview compares the options, and the price list shows the whole menu.

How it interacts with colour and bleach

Colour and perm both change the hair, and heat adds a third factor. If your hair is dyed, tell the stylist the shade and the date. If it has been bleached, the cuticle is already open, and the stylist may suggest waiting or choosing a gentler method.

When both a perm and a colour are planned, stylists often prefer to space them apart instead of doing everything in one visit. Ask about the sequence that suits your hair. The colour services page lists what is on the menu.

Styling at home

Use your fingers instead of a brush, and apply a small amount of curl cream or light oil to damp hair. A diffuser on low heat helps the pattern form evenly. Heat tools should not be needed daily, and a perm that has been heat-set can still be dried with a diffuser. Wait before shampooing for the first period your stylist recommends, and use a gentle routine afterwards.

Planning the visit

The salon is at 4F, 34 Apgujeong-ro 80-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, and is reached from Apgujeong Rodeo Station, Exit 3, 586 m away. It opens Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:30. During longer services, the private styling area has curtains that close off the view from outside. Book through Naver Booking and review how to book first.

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