AirTouch Ombré · Hongdae

Ombré Hair in Hongdae, Seoul — Seamless Dark-to-Light Colour

Quick answer Ombré (AirTouch) blends darker roots into lighter ends with a seamless gradient. At SOONSIKI Hair Hongdae ombré / AirTouch costs 350,000–470,000 KRW and takes about 3–4 hours.
  • English-speaking stylists
  • Hongdae Stn. Exit 8
  • Wed–Sun 10:00–19:00
  • Tax refund available
Wavy hair with blonde ombré ends
AirTouch seamless blend

What is ombré and AirTouch?

Ombré is a gradient from dark to light . AirTouch uses a blow-dryer to separate fine hairs before lightening, creating an ultra-soft blend with no visible line — ideal for growing out colour or keeping your natural root.

Price

350,000–470,000 KRW

Time

3–4 hours

Refresh

every 3–6 months

Best for

Low-upkeep colour

Light ends, natural roots

Ombré lets your roots grow naturally for months without a harsh line.

  • Undertone and skin-tone analysis
  • Bond-protecting care during lightening
  • Toning matched to your target shade
  • Honest advice on what is achievable in one visit
Before: dark natural hair
After: blonde ombré ends with natural roots
Illustrative before & after. Lift and final shade depend on your starting colour, hair history and condition.

Ombré price in Hongdae

Service Price Duration
Ombré / AirTouch 350,000–470,000 KRW approx. 3–4 hours
Balayage 330,000–440,000 KRW approx. 3–4 hours
Toning 120,000–170,000 KRW approx. 60–90 min

Prices vary with hair length, density and stylist rank. All colour programmes include undertone analysis, wash and a finishing blow-dry. Your stylist confirms the price before starting.

How an ombré appointment works

  1. Colour consultation

    We review inspiration photos, your skin tone and your hair's colour history in English.
  2. Strand & scalp check

    We test how your hair lifts and check the scalp before any chemical.
  3. Protective prep

    Bond-protecting and scalp-shield products go on before colour or bleach.
  4. Application

    Colour, foils or hand-painting applied section by section.
  5. Toning & gloss

    Toner refines the shade and adds shine.
  6. Wash, care & finish

    A colour-care rinse and a blow-dry to show the true result.

Make your colour last

  • Wait 48 hours before the first shampoo.
  • Use colour-safe, sulfate-free shampoo and lukewarm water.
  • Use a purple shampoo once a week for blonde or ash tones.
  • Protect hair from sun and chlorine; use heat protectant before styling.
  • Book a toner or gloss every 6–8 weeks to keep the shade fresh.

Who looks after your hair

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SOONSIKI Hair Hongdae stylist team

Korean colour designers experienced in balayage, high-lift blondes and K-fashion colours on Asian and Western hair, with English consultation.

Content reviewed by the salon's senior stylists · Updated October 2026

Ombré FAQ

What is the difference between ombré and balayage?

Ombré is a clear dark-to-light gradient; balayage places lighter pieces throughout for a more scattered effect.

What is AirTouch?

A technique that uses a dryer to blow out fine hairs before lightening, creating a very soft blend.

How long does ombré last?

The lightened ends stay; most people tone every 6–8 weeks and refresh the blend every 3–6 months.

Visit SOONSIKI Hair Hongdae (홍대 순시키헤어)

📍 8F, 164 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul — near Hongik Univ. (Hongdae) Station Exit 8

📞 +82-10-9145-7402

⏰ Wed–Sun 10:00–19:00 · Closed Mon & Tue

💬 English consultation · Global cards accepted · Tax refund for tourists