Hongdae hair salon volume magic before a wedding shoot: U Art Hair

I'm Honey, a bride-to-be in the middle of wedding shoot prep. In the humid summer weather, my wavy, frizzy hair was stressing me out so much. I wanted to tame the mess, so I went to the Hongdae hair salon U Art Hair Hongdae, and I'm going to share my honest experience, from price to how long it lasts, bit by bit. It should especially help if you're looking for a salon that opens early, or a good-value Hongdae salon close to Hongik Univ. Station.

U Art Hair Hongdae location and opening hours

U Art Hair Hongdae is at 79 Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, on the 3rd floor. It's open Mon-Fri 09:30-20:00 and Sat-Sun 10:00-20:00. On weekdays it opens at 9:30 a.m., so it's easy to drop in before work or early in the day.

U Art Hair Hongdae is a 2-minute walk from Exit 9 of Hongik Univ. Station. It's on the 3rd floor of the Nana Piercing building.

Why volume magic 3 months before a wedding shoot?

With my wedding shoot 3 months away, my frizz had gotten worse in the humid summer weather, and I was really worried. Blow-drying every morning only goes so far, the ends stuck out messily, and my hair felt frizzy overall, so I desperately wanted a calm, natural-looking volume magic.

While searching for a skilled but good-value salon around Hongdae, I found U Art Hair Hongdae. Honestly I went without big expectations, but from the moment I walked in I liked the calm, uncrowded atmosphere.

What is the atmosphere like at U Art Hair Hongdae?

U Art Hair Hongdae is close to Hongik Univ. Station, so it's easy to get to, and above all, opening early in the morning is a big plus for a busy office worker. I'd also read reviews beforehand, and many said the 1:1 treatment is careful and detailed.

When I actually visited, the shop was clean and the treatment area pleasant, a comfortable place to get my hair done.

How the volume magic consultation went

What impressed me most at U Art Hair was the kind, thorough consultation. Considering my hair condition, the style I wanted, and the big event of a wedding shoot, the stylist suggested a volume magic design that suited me. Honestly, I hadn't decided what kind of hair I wanted, but the stylist carefully analyzed my face shape and usual style and found the best solution, which I was happy with.

I also liked that she analyzed my hair type and volume and could predict the result beforehand. My stylist handled both the consultation and the treatment that day. I was surprised at how fast and careful the whole process was.

Volume magic step by step at U Art Hair Hongdae

Applying the solution and softening the hair

Once we decided on volume magic, the solution was applied carefully to soften the hair. My ear was itchy and I kept fiddling with it, and she checked in on whether anything felt uncomfortable. But when I had no requests, she didn't make pointless small talk, which was actually comfortable, and I felt that customer satisfaction came first.

Heat treatment after wrapping the hair.

They set out coffee and snacks for me. That butter cookie was so good...

Shampoo, blow-dry and flat-iron press

Blow-drying after the shampoo.

Heat-pressing with the flat iron. Adjusting the angle matters here to keep the root volume.

Volume magic results on frizzy hair and how well they hold

When I looked in the mirror after the treatment, my hair was neat and pretty, better than I'd expected. The frizz was nowhere to be seen, and I had calm hair with natural shine and volume.

Another important thing is whether the style stays pretty as time passes. Going about daily life, washing and drying my hair, it kept its original calmness. I also felt almost no hair damage.

Is volume magic at U Art Hair Hongdae worth it?

The volume magic at U Art Hair was really satisfying. The fast, careful treatment, the better-than-expected result, and the lasting good looks are reason enough to choose U Art Hair Hongdae. If frizzy hair worries you, you may find your best hair ever at U Art Hair. Thanks to it, I think I can finish my wedding shoot successfully. I hope you'll try a new change at U Art Hair Hongdae too.