Been overwhelmed with a lot of work lately which means too much of late nights in the office.. Still, it is not an excuse, right? So here's to my many overdue reviews!!
We all know, I only patron Muslimah Hair Salon since I don the hijab except for that one occassion after my accident, in which I had difficulties and resort of some place I regretted patronizing.
What makes a Muslimah Hair Salon?
Privacy
As Muslimahs, we are to protect our aurat, and hair is one of them. We don't wish for any males to peek in and watch our hair getting done. Therefore, a Muslimah Hair Salon needs to have that privacy covered, have their doors tinted to opaque, or have curtains to cover behind the doors. It is a MUST, definitely.
To be honest, that is all it takes to make a Muslimah Hair Salon. Everything else may remain the same as any other hair salons you see out there.
How many Muslimah Hair Salon are there in Singapore?
Hmmm.. With Mr Google helped, it led me to this list:Faredah Muslimah Hair Salon
Located at Blk 824, Tampines St 81
An Nisaa Muslimah Hairdressing Salon
Located at No 726, North Bridge Road
Yasmin Hair Studio for Muslimah
Located at Blk 326, Woodlands St 32
Jannah Muslimah Hair Salon
Located at 970, Geylang Road
Salon Khairunnisa Hair Beauty & Spa
Located atKembangan Plaza, 18 Jln Masjid
Nora Muslimah Hair Salon
Located at Blk 491, Jurong West Ave 1
I have personally been to Yasmin Hair Studio and Nora Muslimah Hair Salon ONLY. And so I can only review these two mentioned, insyaAllah, if time permits, I shall give the other salons a try. And below shall me my utmost honest comparison and personal choice, ya. Both businesses did not pay me for this review, nor was I given any free services to do this review. All visits to their salon are personally paid for by my own hard earn money. Any discounts, however, is out of goodwill and is NOT in any way linked to my intention to write about them in my blog.
Located at 970, Geylang Road
Salon Khairunnisa Hair Beauty & Spa
Located atKembangan Plaza, 18 Jln Masjid
Nora Muslimah Hair Salon
Located at Blk 491, Jurong West Ave 1
I have personally been to Yasmin Hair Studio and Nora Muslimah Hair Salon ONLY. And so I can only review these two mentioned, insyaAllah, if time permits, I shall give the other salons a try. And below shall me my utmost honest comparison and personal choice, ya. Both businesses did not pay me for this review, nor was I given any free services to do this review. All visits to their salon are personally paid for by my own hard earn money. Any discounts, however, is out of goodwill and is NOT in any way linked to my intention to write about them in my blog.
Yasmin Hair Studio vs Nora Muslimah Hair Salon
Location
Yasmin Hair Studio (YHS)
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| Picture is taken from Muslimah Hair Salon FB Page |
Rating 3 out of 5
Nearest MRT: Marsiling, about 5-10minutes walk.
Buses: 187,856, 925, 926, 950, 960, 961, 963, 966
However, for those with accompanying husbands, the place there has nothing for the husband. No where to sit, except a coffee shop (but I did not check if there are any Malay/Muslim Stalls). So if your husband is going to babysit the child while you are it, the husband better have plans to go elsewhere and not just around the area - well unless you stay around there.
Nora Muslimah Hair Salon (NMHS)
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| Picture is taken from Nora Muslimah Hair Salon FB Page |
Rating 3 out of 5
Nearest MRT: Lakeside or Chinese Garden
Buses : 335 from Chinese Garden, 49 from Lakeside MRT, other buses include: 98,99,157,185,187,198,334,502,542 & 657
However, for those with accompanying husbands, the place is great! Plenty of kopitiams. If he babysits children, he has an option to treat the children for MacDonalds! It is very nearby, so for SOS cases, like in exclusively breastmilk babies, he can just run to the Salon, and call you so you can rescue the baby, in within 5-10mins, probably less considering the emergency, yes? *winks*
My personal rating for NMHS is actually a 4, as it is near me (I am residing in Clementi), and the fact that it has more amenities nearby for husband and baby/children.
Service
YHS
Rating 3 out of 5
Liza (the salon owner) is reserved and someone of little words. It is either the TV or the radio on to keep you company. Unless you ask her, she hardly talks. It depends how you see it, some people just want to get their hair done and nothing of a small talk kindda service, then perhaps this is for you with a 5 star rating. I often fall asleep after awhile because it is very quiet and falling asleep with a steamer in your head seems to make some sense.
NMHS
Rating 5 out of 5
Nora (the salon owner) is total opposite of Liza. She is highly service oriented, and will keep you entertained even when you really just want to sleep while your hair takes the hour to steam up. Don't worry, you can just tell her if you really just want to nap, I doubt she'd bite you for that!
She can talk about 1001 things, you name it, she can relate! Her salon has a TV as well, so we ended up talking about more than just 1001 things. Anyhoo, she is one with a basket full of advice (hair wise!), if you are torn between ten haircuts, show it to her, and she will list down all the pros and cons considering your hair texture and even goes on to tell you what kind of maintenance that new haircut would cost you. However, decision is still yours to make, so it is ultimately your choice to heed her advice or otherwise. I went ahead with my bob as opposed to the suggested concave cut Nora suggested. Oh no, she didnt bite me.
She can talk about 1001 things, you name it, she can relate! Her salon has a TV as well, so we ended up talking about more than just 1001 things. Anyhoo, she is one with a basket full of advice (hair wise!), if you are torn between ten haircuts, show it to her, and she will list down all the pros and cons considering your hair texture and even goes on to tell you what kind of maintenance that new haircut would cost you. However, decision is still yours to make, so it is ultimately your choice to heed her advice or otherwise. I went ahead with my bob as opposed to the suggested concave cut Nora suggested. Oh no, she didnt bite me.
Treatment
YHS
Rating 3 out of 5
I had only done Henna Treatment, and nothing else. As mentioned, Liza is more reserved, so I guess there is no need to suggest anything more than what I want.
NMHS
Rating 5 out of 5
I took up her promotion for the 3 treatments as follows:
Henna Treatment: Nora uses real fresh henna leaves, pounded to paste and left overnight to sit before she uses them to treat the oily scalp - this I can tell by the freshest smell of Henna. (Powdered Henna can smell strong, but it lacks the fresh smell. This I can personally tell as we used to grow our Henna Leaves back in our Pasir Panjang house, so I still remember how it is like to have fresh henna leaves pounded, the distinctive smell, you just cannot forget that)
Tree Tea Oil: This treatment helps balances your scalp to a neutral, leaving your head light and fresh.
Pearl Masque: For the delicate hair to remain silky smooth.
The Verdict
Clearly, my personal winner is...
She won me at her location really. Having my husband to care for Baby M with the hot weather, for over 2 hours was clearly an achievement, I have never really left my husband alone with Baby M without me on the side keeping a hawk eye on both of them. Not that I don't trust my husband to care for Baby M, he clearly has so much for her. I just wasn't sure if Baby M can put up with the hot weather and if she can communicate with my husband if she wants milk or anything for that matter. So far, she has been amazing, and for the past 2 weekend or so, she has been telling us if she wants her milk.
And of course, with her way in keeping me well awake through the 2hours, I can hardly keep myself awake at YHS. I am coming back for a second session, no doubt!
I am not sure if I would actually try the other salons, mainly because of the location.. East is too far for me la!
Anyways, if you have been there, or if you have done a review write up for the rest of the other salons, please do share. We have got Muslimahs wanting to try yes?
Btw, here are their FB Page for you to take a look at
Have a great Hair Day, Ladies! And husbands, you should really let your wives indulge in some hair theraphy. It goes a long way!
Wassalam,
Jun
EDIT:
Assalammualaikum ladies, pls note that Nora Muslimah Hair Salon has closed shop. Refer to this entry for an update. InsyaAllah a new review will follow very soon about another Muslimah Hair Salon located in the west of Spore ya.
Wassalam
EDIT:
Assalammualaikum ladies, pls note that Nora Muslimah Hair Salon has closed shop. Refer to this entry for an update. InsyaAllah a new review will follow very soon about another Muslimah Hair Salon located in the west of Spore ya.
Wassalam
20 comments:
Glad you enjoy this post. :)
Hey how about price wise?
Hi Nadrah!
Price between the two was not much different from each other, typically Henna Treatment is S$45 onwards (depending on hair length). The combo treatment at Nora Muslimah Salon was going at over S$100 on ala-carte, but S$500 for a package of 10 treatments.
However these prices was during that point of visit, for better pricing, please do visit their FB pages and enquire, as they may have new promotions and pricelist. :)
Hi hi. Do you still have Nora salon contact details? I would like make an appointment but searched their FB page for contacts but couldn't find it anywhere.
Thanks,
Nurul ☺
Nurul,
Nora is not in her best health lately, I was contacted by her husband, via her mobile no 92737086, last on 15th November 2015.
Much understanding and prayers that she will gain her health soonest would be much appreciated.
Jun
Do you know any women salon that specializes in dyeing hair?
Thanks!
Hi Anonymous,
I think most of the salons does.
I dont dye my hair, so I am in no position to say who is the expert here. :) Good luck in finding one that suits you!
Jun
Love reading your post.
Fellow hijabster from punggol..
Thank you, my fellow hijabster from Punggol :)
I would like to try at Nora's salon but u mentioned she is not well.
Hi, u can try Karva singapore. Search them on FB. Hope this helps.
Hi.. how to contact her.? Hp not in use i drive pass her shop there no more nora salon banner..
Hi Anonymous,
I am sorry, but ya, she closed shop. I dun have any other contact details to get in touch with her as well. But as @zuera Husain suggested, can try Karva. A good friend went and was very happy with their service. I will try head down and try, Karva has two outlets, one is East Village and another in Bussorah Street.
Jun
Karva just opened at Jcube as well, feel free to visit them.
Yeay, to many more Muslimah Hair Salon in the west!
Salam. Just to add on regarding what makes a salon muslimah friendly; non-Muslim women are also not allowed to see Muslim women's hair. So if there are non-Muslims working in there even though no one can see the inside from outside the salon, the salon is still not muslimah friendly :)
Hi Anonymous,
From what I know, aurat wanita ke wanita (tk kira islam atau tidak) ialah dari pusat ke lutut. Melainkan anda merasakan mereka akan buka aib anda (i.e post gambar anda tidak menutup aurat), hal ini tidak tertakluk pada org itu Muslim atau tidak. Kalau saya syak kakak saya akan post gambar saya tk tutup aurat, ianya akan menjadikan saya wajib menutup dan menjaga aurat saya. I usually akan pesan tukang buat rambut saya yang saya tk ingin gambar rambut saya diambil dan dikongsi di sosial media. Tetapi tk kurang juga "Muslimah" salon ni yang berkongsi gambar rambut client mereka, pada saya itu yg buat dia tk brapa Muslimah la. Ini sekadar pendapat saya, dan saya hormat pendapat anda. :)
Would NOT recommend Jannah Muslimah Hair Saloon although it costs only $30 for a haircut for long hair.
I went there for a haircut with the owner and just because I have a particular look I want, it doesn't mean that your views as a hairdresser have to be imposed on your customer! The first time she had finished the haircut, I was not contented and asked her to make some edits but she rebutted that that was the first suggestion she made and would turn out the way I wanted it to be if I had listened to her because she is an experienced hairdresser. However, that was not how I would like it to be! It did appear that I was fickle-minded but in actual fact, I was being nice and polite by trying to be courteous without being argumentative. She then continued to say that because, we, Muslim women don't meet hairdressers much which contributes to the fact of the lack of knowledge on hairstyles. She was speechless when I told her that I am a convert and have patronized countless of hair saloons when I was not a Muslim.
I was devastated and traumatized when I left the saloon. Also, it doesn't mean that since our hair's always in a bun under our hijab, it doesn't contribute to our self-esteem and confidence. If you're not picky and don't mind throwing away that few tens of dollars for this kind of service, go ahead but, never again for me.
I now only go to Muslimah Hair Palace at Senja : https://www.facebook.com/Muslimah-Palace-Hair-Studio-773835292652616/
Always a pleasant visit. Alhamdulillah.
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