Korean Digital Perm vs. Traditional Perm in Brooklyn

First: What Does Each Term Mean?

• Korean Perm — a style category“Korean perm” is a broad style category rather than one single technique. It can describe looks featuring soft waves, C-Curl movement, S-Waves, natural-looking volume, layered movement, and men’s texture. The individual service used to create that look depends on the desired result. Korean Perm — The Complete Guide →
• Korean Digital Perm — an actual serviceKorean Digital Perm is an actual service at Seoul Scissors. It uses a digital perming process and is designed for particular types of waves, curls, and movement. The Korean Digital Perm page explains the service, process, and who it may be appropriate for. Korean Digital Perm →
• Volume Magic Perm — an actual serviceVolume Magic Perm is an actual service at Seoul Scissors. Its focus is different from creating a conventional curl pattern. It is used when the desired result involves volume, shape, and a smoother or more controlled finish. Volume Magic Perm →
• Iron Perm — an actual serviceIron Perm is an actual service at Seoul Scissors. It is part of the specialty perm services offered and is a specific technique rather than another name for every Korean perm. Iron Perm →
• Down Perm — an actual serviceThe Down Perm is an actual service at Seoul Scissors — and it works in the opposite direction of every perm above. Instead of adding wave, curl, or volume, it calms the sides and hairline so the hair lies flat and controlled. Korean Down Perm →
• Traditional Perm — a general term“Traditional perm” is a general term for conventional perming methods. It is useful as a comparison when researching different techniques. The important point is that the name of a technique does not automatically tell you which approach is appropriate for your desired hairstyle.

So Which One Should You Choose?

Start with the finished look, not the technical name.

Digital Perm Is a Technique — Not a Style

This is where a lot of online information becomes confusing. Someone might say: “I want a digital perm.” But what they may actually mean is: “I want those soft, flowing waves.” Those are two different questions.

The hairstyle should come first — the technique follows.

Digital perm describes the technique. C-Curl, S-Wave, volume, and other descriptions explain the result.

What About Fine or Flat Hair?

If your main concern is that your hair lacks body, start with the problem rather than choosing a technique. If the goal is specifically more volume, start with the volume-focused guide.

The actual service can then be determined based on the hair and desired result.

What About Long or Short Hair?

Length also changes the possibilities. For longer hair, the focus may be flowing movement, waves, or preserving length while adding shape. For shorter hair, placement of texture and movement becomes more important.

Bring the Look You Want

You don’t need to know the technical name of the service before you come in. Bring a photograph that shows the result you like. The photo can communicate:

• Amount of wave
• Amount of curl
• Volume
• Movement
• Shape
• Length
• Overall finish

From there, the appropriate approach can be discussed.

The Actual Perm Services at Seoul Scissors

For clarity, these are the specialty services visitors can explore:

• Korean Digital Perm →
• Volume Magic Perm →
• Iron Perm →
• Korean Down Perm →
• Korean & Japanese Specialty Services →

The other Korean Perm pages on this site are guides designed to help you understand the different looks and determine what may fit your hair.

Which Guide Should You Read?

• I want to understand Korean permsKorean Perm — The Complete Guide →
• I want more volumeKorean Volume Perm →
• I want flatter sides and a calmer hairlineKorean Down Perm →
• I want a C-CurlKorean C-Curl Perm →
• I want flowing wavesKorean S-Wave Perm →
• I have fine or flat hairKorean Perm for Fine or Flat Hair →
• I have long hairKorean Perm for Long Hair →
• I have short hairKorean Perm for Short Hair →
• I want a men’s Korean permKorean Perm for Men →
• I already know I want a digital permKorean Digital Perm →

Korean Perm Services at Seoul Scissors

The name of a hairstyle and the name of a technique are not always the same thing. I can look at the haircut, length, texture, condition, and desired finished look and determine which existing service makes the most sense.

With more than 25 years of professional experience, I create personalized haircuts, color, styling, and Korean- and Japanese-inspired hair design for women and men. That’s exactly what the guides are here for — start with the result you want, then move to the actual service that can create it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Korean Perm Services in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn

Seoul Scissors provides personalized women’s and men’s haircuts, Korean and Japanese-inspired hair design, and specialized perm services in Brooklyn, with more than 25 years of professional experience. I am located inside Hair by Fendi at 7513 13th Ave in Dyker Heights. Street and metered parking are nearby. By appointment only, no walk-ins.