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Deep cleansing
Removes scalp buildup, excess oil and impurities a regular shampoo leaves behind.
Hair Salon Guide
Best Head Spa in Hongdae, Seoul
What a Korean head spa is, what happens during a session and how to choose one in Hongdae — a guide for travelers, expats and locals.
Since 2005
English-friendly
8F · next to Hongdae Station
8 or 16 steps
Head spa courses at Soonsiki
Quick answer
Where can I get the best head spa in Hongdae?
For a head spa in Hongdae, look for a salon that starts with a scalp diagnosis, uses deep cleansing, massage and steam, and offers English-speaking service. Soonsiki Moment Hongdae, on the 8th floor next to Hongdae Station, offers an 8-step or 16-step Korean head spa tailored to oily, dry or sensitive scalps, finished with a blow-dry.
- Courses 8-step or 16-step
- Best for Stress, travel fatigue, scalp
- Finish Blow-dry & styling
- Language English-friendly
- Location 8F · next to Hongdae Station
- Price & time Ask us on WhatsApp
Why it matters
Why head spas are so popular in Korea
In Korean beauty culture a head spa is a full scalp therapy experience, not just a wash.
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Stress relief
Massage and warm towel therapy ease tension, fatigue and jet lag.
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Shine & softness
Nourishing care leaves hair softer, glossier and easier to manage.
Step by step
A head spa session, step by step
The signature head spa at Soonsiki Moment Hongdae follows this flow.
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Scalp diagnosis
Assessment of scalp condition and a personalised plan.
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Deep scalp cleanse
Exfoliating or purifying formulas remove buildup.
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Nutrient infusion & massage
Nourishing serums plus a relaxing pressure massage.
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Steam & warm towel
Helps absorption and adds a calming spa feel.
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Blowout & styling
A smooth, glossy finish.
In depth
How to choose a head spa in Hongdae
Start with a scalp diagnosis
A good head spa begins by checking whether your scalp is oily, dry or sensitive, then builds the treatment around it. At Soonsiki Moment, the stylist chooses products after this assessment rather than following a fixed routine.
Look for the full ritual
The signature experience combines deep cleansing (exfoliating or purifying formulas), nourishing serums with a pressure-point scalp massage, steam and warm towel therapy, and a blowout finish. See the full process on our Korean head spa page.
Check language and booking
If you don’t speak Korean, choose a salon with English-speaking staff and easy messaging. Our English-speaking salon guide explains what to expect.
Use the Hongdae location
Hongdae is easy to reach by subway and full of cafes and shops, so a head spa makes a natural break in a busy travel day. Soonsiki Moment is right next to Hongdae Station, on the 8th floor with panoramic views.
Combine it with other care
A head spa pairs well with a haircut, color or targeted Kérastase scalp care. Tell the salon your full plan when booking so enough time is reserved.
Expert behind this page
Seung Il
Head Stylist & CEO · Soonsiki Hair since 2005
Seung Il has led Soonsiki Hair since 2005 and opened the Hongdae flagship as a concept salon in 2008, after which the salon’s head spa courses were developed around each guest’s scalp condition. His background with L’Oréal Professionnel Paris informs how products are chosen for every scalp type.
- L’Oréal Asia Portfolio Member
- Judge · Asia Hair Designer Festival
- Speaker · Tokyo, Ho Chi Minh, Taiwan seminars
- Master Craftsman Barber
Reviewed by Seung Il · Last updated October 2026 · About our salon →
FAQ
Head spa in Hongdae — FAQ
How long is a head spa at Soonsiki Moment Hongdae?
We offer an 8-step and a 16-step course; the 16-step adds more cleansing, massage and care time. Ask us on WhatsApp for the current time and price of each.
Is a head spa good for an oily scalp?
Yes, deep cleansing removes excess oil and buildup. For a deeper reset, read our oily scalp detox guide.
Do I need to speak Korean?
No. The salon is foreigner-friendly with English-speaking staff, and you can book in English on WhatsApp.
Where is the salon?
8F, 164 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, right next to Hongdae Station. Open Wednesday–Sunday 10:00–19:00, closed Monday and Tuesday.
Pair it with
Related services in Hongdae
Helpful guides: Top Scalp Treatments in Seoul · Oily Scalp Detox · Foreigners’ Guide to Salons in Hongdae
Visit us
Find Soonsiki Moment Hongdae
- Address
- 8F, 164 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul — right next to Hongdae Station
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 10:00–19:00
Closed Mon & Tue - Phone
- +82-2-336-4816
- +82-10-9145-7402
Before you book
Weekends fill quickly. Send your preferred date, course (8 or 16 steps) and scalp concerns on WhatsApp.
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