Gwacheon hair salon C-curl perm for flippy shoulder hair: One & Only

Hair that flips out at the shoulders: how did I fix this "beggar zone" length?

I got a layered medium-bob C-curl perm at One & Only Hair Gwacheon Government Complex Station. I'm growing my hair out, so I was stuck in that awkward in-between length Koreans call the "beggar zone" (geojizon). It flips out all over the place, styling it is a pain, and I had no idea what style to switch to.

After recommendations from people around me and some careful searching, I booked One & Only Hair in Gwacheon and went! I was really happy with the result, so I'm writing up the whole treatment. If you want pretty hair, and especially if you're looking for a place with easy parking, stay with me to the end! ✨

Is parking easy at One & Only Hair Gwacheon Government Complex Station?

The parking space at One & Only Hair was really roomy and convenient. When you drive to a salon, parking is the biggest worry, right? Gwacheon in particular is often a parking nightmare, so I always get a bit stressed when I drive there.

This time that worry was completely gone! Even as a novice driver, I parked in one go without circling around, and the lot is so well set up that I was in a good mood before I even arrived. Because parking was easy, I got there with time to spare and walked into the salon relaxed. For anyone coming by car, this is a huge plus! 👍

Why I chose the layered medium-bob C-curl perm at the consultation

At the consultation, the designer at One & Only Hair diagnosed my hair as a length that hits the shoulders and keeps flipping outward. She greeted me very kindly the moment I walked in, and once I sat down she looked over my hair condition carefully.

Here's what I wanted!

• A light layered cut that doesn't feel too heavy
• A C-curl perm that curls naturally inward with just a shake-dry
• Easy upkeep with a feminine look

The designer carefully considered my face shape and everyday lifestyle, then strongly recommended a layered medium-bob C-curl perm with layers that aren't overdone and a polished feel. She spotted the style that suits me right away, so I could trust her with it!

How was the C-curl perm process?

To minimize damage, One & Only Hair started with a thorough clinic treatment before the perm. While the product was on and I was waiting, they kept checking whether anything felt uncomfortable, and they brought warm drinks and snacks, so I could relax and unwind as if I were at a café.

The scalp massage during the shampoos felt so good that my tiredness melted away. From winding the rods to the heat treatment and the neutralizing step, I could feel the professionalism of the designer and staff at every stage, which was really reassuring.

It was a day of getting pretty hair and a nice bit of healing too. This is my regular salon from now on, calling it!

A badly done perm can bend awkwardly (Eojeong-hage) or look puffy, but the designer at One & Only Hair set everything in a golden ratio that fits my face shape, from the cut line to the perm curl.

The shake-dried result of the layered medium-bob C-curl perm

The finished layered medium-bob C-curl perm curled inward at the ends with just a shake-dry using the hair dryer! (Note: I really only put on essence and shake-dried it 👀)

A medium-bob length can easily look messy, but thanks to the layered cut the back has volume and the whole look feels much lighter and more polished. The ends tuck in with a thick, natural C-curl that softly frames my face!

It doesn't look artificial at all. It feels like my own natural hair, with a pure yet intelligent vibe, and I kept marveling every time I looked in the mirror. My friends said it suits me so well and bombarded me with questions about which salon it was. Haha

One & Only Hair Gwacheon Government Complex Station: star ratings

• Parking convenience ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — a spacious, pleasant lot with no parking worries, even for novice drivers!
• Designer skill ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — recommends a design tailored to your face shape and hair type
• Ease of styling ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — on busy mornings, just shake-dry and you're done!

If you haven't found a salon in Gwacheon you really like, want a change from an awkward medium-bob length, or want to get your hair done comfortably without parking stress, definitely stop by One & Only Hair Gwacheon Government Complex Station!