Outram’s Top 10 Hair Salons & Hairdressers

The Profile

HAIR STUDIO FLAMINGO (Tanjong Pagar) presents itself as a Japanese hair and eyelash studio focused on creating easy-to-manage hairstyles for Singapore’s humid climate; the salon’s stated mission is to design looks that remain touchable and practical despite tropical weather and the Tanjong Pagar outlet is clearly signposted, 2F.

The salon’s interior is described as a calming, nature-inspired space with a roof-top window that brings natural sunlight into the chairs which the team uses to set a relaxed, resort-like tone for appointments; services extend beyond cuts and colour to an in-house eyelash studio and the site supports online booking and an online shop for products.

Stylist attentiveness and repeatable results are emphasised alongside technical care: staff identify face shape and hair quality to propose looks that clients can reproduce at home and the business advertises package promotions and treatment combinations with tiered discounts, supporting a reliable, personalised experience across visits.

Why It Made the List and Why It’s Our Top Pick

HAIR STUDIO FLAMINGO tops the list because its Japan-influenced technical approach is matched by an environment and service model built for consistency in Singapore’s climate; the roof-top-lit salon, its eyelash offering and clearly stated package promotions combine with a consultation-led workflow to deliver dependable, easy-to-maintain results visit after visit.

Good to Know

The Tanjong Pagar outlet, 2F; online booking is available and the salon runs promotion bundles that give 10 to 20 percent off when combining treatments, while eyelash services operate from the same locations and can be booked alongside hair appointments.

The Profile

12 Hair Salon presents a clearly consultation-focused approach where conversations and careful briefing shape the outcome; long-form consultations are used to match a haircut or colour to each client’s lifestyle, facial features and routine so that results feel personalised rather than generic and are easier to maintain after the salon visit.

The salon’s tone is deliberately calm and carefully run, offering a professional but unshowy environment designed to let the craft speak for itself; clients benefit from a steady, service-driven experience in which attention to technique and follow-up advice are prioritised to ensure consistently refined finishes.

Why It Made the List

12 Hair Salon’s defining merit is its consultative process, which underpins every appointment and makes the service reliably tailored: stylists take the time to understand daily routines and personal preferences so finished cuts and colours sit naturally with each client’s lifestyle, producing results that are practical and flattering.

Good to Know

Expect a thorough consultation at 12 Hair Salon and factor extra time into your appointment for that discussion; the salon’s process intentionally includes in-depth briefing so the stylist can recommend haircare and maintenance suited to your daily routine.

The Profile

AUGUST Hair Salon applies a structured, science-informed consultation to every service via its proprietary August Method, which maps face shape, skin tone and hair texture before any cut or colour begins; that diagnostic step is integral to the salon’s promise that results will suit each client’s features and lifestyle rather than chase trends.

Colour work at AUGUST is calibrated with LAB colour matching and recorded in a client’s Colour Passport so future visits can reproduce tones accurately; the salon also weaves Olaplex-style bond-building and scalp rituals into services to protect hair health, and it publishes transparent pricing for core services so clients know costs in advance.

Why It Made the List

AUGUST’s standout strength is its systemised consultation and colour calibration: the salon combines face-mapping, LAB skin-tone matching and a retained Colour Passport to achieve predictable, wearable colour outcomes that age gracefully, supported by Olaplex-style care and an AI-enhanced Hair & Face Analysis included with booked services.

Good to Know

Every booked service at AUGUST includes a complimentary Hair & Face Analysis profile card you can take home, and prices for core services are published upfront so clients know the expected cost and aftercare recommendations before work begins.

The Profile

HairForm foregrounds the founder Michael’s editorial and fashion-industry experience, presenting the salon as a creative space where precision cuts and high-fashion colour are shaped by a team with magazine and runway credentials; that background gives the salon an explicitly stylised, image-conscious approach to transformations.

The salon’s service menu runs from precision cuts and custom colouring to scalp revival therapies and high-end bridal styling; prices are published across a full range that includes scalp treatments and event styling, and the team highlights a commitment to personalised, high-quality results with a focus on hair health throughout services.

Why It Made the List

HairForm stands out for its founder-led creative direction and award recognition, pairing editorial experience with a broad service menu that spans precision cutting, creative colouring and scalp revival therapies; clients seeking technically ambitious looks delivered with strong fashion sensibility will find the salon’s blend of craftsmanship and high-style thinking especially compelling.

Good to Know

Bookings are handled through the salon’s online form, and HairForm lists detailed pricing including bridal styling rates and scalp revival therapy; expect a higher-end price range for event and bridal work and confirm availability when requesting specialist services.

The Profile

Mès Maison positions itself as a salon where consultations are central to every appointment, with stylists investing time to understand each client’s lifestyle, hair concerns and desired maintenance so the final result suits everyday life rather than only looking good in the chair; that approach aims to produce hair that is genuinely wearable.

The salon projects a welcoming atmosphere and a consistently high standard of haircare, emphasising dependability for returning clients; the business’s steady delivery and focus on tailored polishing mean that results tend to feel considered, reliable and easy to manage between visits.

Why It Made the List

Mès Maison’s defining strength is its consultative consistency: the salon’s emphasis on careful discussion before any technical step produces personalised, long-wearing results that reflect clients’ routines and preferences, making it a practical choice for people who value reliability and tailored styling.

Good to Know

Appointments at Mès Maison typically include a detailed consultation, so allow extra time for explanation and discussion during your visit; that consultation-focused rhythm is part of how the salon ensures each result fits your daily maintenance and personal preferences.

The Profile

Room Hair Salon describes itself as a homely Japanese sanctuary where technical precision and self-care are combined; the team applies Japanese hairdressing techniques to produce cuts and colour that resist Singapore’s humidity while the salon environment includes seasonal refreshments and a calm, minimalist interior designed to make time in the chair feel restful.

The salon also promotes an elevated headspa programme that includes scalp detox, hair-thinning support and a signature lymphatic drainage massage aimed at relaxation and restoring scalp health; Room publishes its address Level 3 and sets out daily opening hours alongside notes that reception may close earlier than salon hours on some days.

Why It Made the List

Room’s particular merit is its headspa and restorative focus paired with Japanese precision cut work: clients seeking both technical cutting and a therapeutic scalp treatment will find the salon’s lymphatic drainage massage and scalp detox services a distinct value, delivered within a calming, self-care–centred environment.

Good to Know

Room is located Level 3 and lists daily hours with a note that reception may close earlier than the full salon schedule; the salon is closed on Thursdays, so check availability when booking headspa or restorative scalp treatments.

The Profile

THE FLUXUS HOUSE is explicitly inspired by the 1960s art movement and presents hairdressing as an extension of artistic practice, creating an environment where creative hair design is paired with exhibitions and collaborations; the salon actively supports local artists and art students by providing a shared space inside the salon.

The business promotes collaborations, pop-up shops and a free rental area intended to host creative projects, positioning the salon as much a cultural hub as a hair studio; the team includes stylists with international experience and short-cut specialisms and the salon’s address is listed in Singapore.

Why It Made the List

THE FLUXUS HOUSE differentiates itself through its integration of art and hair: by offering gallery-style collaborations, a free rental space for creatives and curated pop-ups alongside technical hair services, the salon attracts clients who value culturally engaged surroundings and creative experimentation during appointments.

Good to Know

The Fluxus House publishes opening days and hours and notes it is closed on Tuesdays; its location also functions as an exhibition and pop-up space, so clients should expect occasional in-salon events or displays when scheduling appointments.

The Profile

KEI Hair Studio frames its philosophy around the Japanese word Kei, meaning respect and uses that ethos to treat every client and every strand with deliberate care; the salon in Tanjong Pagar offers personalised solutions across precision cutting, hair colouring and restorative treatments, delivered by a team led by Wallace Sum who maintains a consistent technical standard.

Located #03-01, KEI Hair Studio operates as a compact boutique where experienced stylists provide precision cuts, bespoke colouring and scalp-conscious treatments; the site highlights a gallery of work and stylist biographies and the team emphasises aftercare and maintenance advice so clients leave with clear routines to preserve salon results at home.

Why It Made the List

KEI’s most notable strength is a client-centred philosophy that prioritises respect and hair health during every appointment; stylists conduct careful briefings and select techniques aimed at producing manageable, long-lasting results, pairing technical precision with practical aftercare guidance so colour and cut changes integrate smoothly into each client’s daily routine and upkeep.

Good to Know

KEI Hair Studio is #03-01 and lists a telephone booking line, +65 8033 0668; appointments typically require advance scheduling so clients can secure a consultation slot and the salon’s gallery and stylist profiles are available online to help choose the right stylist before calling.

The Profile

COVO operates multiple branches across Singapore, including Tanjong Pagar, Katong, Boat Quay and Orchard, and positions itself as a Japanese-staffed group salon offering a private, semi-enclosed experience with experienced stylists; the business emphasises hair longevity and home-manageable styles across its locations.

Technically the salon highlights damage-minimising approaches such as argan-oil–infused colour formulations and claims to offer Marbb nano-bubble water and carbonated-shampoo benefits as part of its wash protocols; the group also notes that stylists typically have a decade or more of experience and that the salon aims to provide a private, relaxing space.

Why It Made the List

COVO’s distinctive merit lies in its combination of multiple, conveniently located branches and technical wash and colour systems: the group offers nanobubble water and argan-enriched colour protocols alongside experienced Japanese stylists, making it a practical option for clients seeking consistent technical care in different city locations.

Good to Know

COVO states there are no long-hair surcharges and that Japanese-language telephone reservations are available; branches publish specific opening hours and transit directions, so check the Tanjong Pagar or nearest branch details when booking.

The Profile

haarAttic promotes an experienced creative team that begins every appointment with a thorough consultation, combining client communication and technical skill to produce colours and cuts that are wearable daily; the salon’s premise is described as full of personality and focused on matching wants with aesthetic expertise.

The salon highlights its reputation in local listings and portals for hair colouring and men’s cuts and encourages clients to engage in meaningful discussion so the stylist can apply technical know-how and aesthetic judgement; haarAttic positions colouring as a speciality area supported by experienced stylists and carefully considered processes.

Why It Made the List

haarAttic’s defining strength is its heavy emphasis on consultation combined with a track record in specialist colouring: the salon’s approach centres on lengthy pre-service discussion and technical execution so that colour transformations are coherent with a client’s lifestyle and are delivered by stylists with established practical experience.

Good to Know

haarAttic’s site notes that every service begins with a thorough consultation and that stylists focus on clear communication, so allow time for discussion when you book; the salon is located on Neil Road, where appointments are arranged to prioritise careful briefing and technical preparation.