Gentlemen’s barbers in Singapore
Image adapted from: Limpeh Barbershop, DeepCut Barber’s
Be it your first date or your first job interview, it’s always important to leave a good impression. That said, keeping yourself groomed is something you should do even on a regular basis. As do manners maketh man, so does kempt hair.
You may have been scrimping on $5 haircuts, but it is fair to splurge occasionally and spoil yourself with a pampering gentlemen’s barber experience. These barbers will keep you looking suave and dapper – and maybe even to help you look more like a towkay than your boss.
This doesn’t have to come at sky high prices – while some of such barbers out there charge $70 or more, we’ve compiled a list of the ones that charge $45 and below.
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- Home-based hair salons with cheap professional haircuts from $5
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- Salons with Korean perms from $80
1. Rockarolla Barber.Studio – doubles up as a jamming studio (from $25/haircut)
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Representing Yishun, we have Rockarolla Barber.Studio. Alright, hold your stereotypes fellas, Yishun is not at all bad. With its plain white walls, light parquet flooring, and minimal embellishments, this place has a zen Muji vibe that’ll instantly help you relax.
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However, don’t be fooled by its rather demure facade, because this place also doubles up as a jamming studio, complete with electric guitars and a full drum set. You can book the studio at $20/hour from 12PM-6PM and $25/hour from 6PM onwards.
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Haircuts are priced at $25, hot towel shaves are priced at $50. Those aged 5-16 years get their haircuts at a cheaper rate of $15, so take your little man down for a cool back-to-school haircut.
Be sure to look out for promotions on their social media pages – they’ve had happy hour promos and buddy deals in the past, with discounts going up to $8 off.
Price of haircut: $25
Address: 429a Sembawang Road, Singapore 758395
Opening hours: Mon – Sun 11AM-10PM
Telephone: 8164 0311
Website
2. Acidic Chop Shop – underground Hypebeast vibes (from $35/haircut)
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Proud representatives of the Hypebeast tribe would want to make a trip down to Acidic Chop Shop. The barbershop has an underground street vibe, with grey brick walls and even a Supreme logo board with red drawers to match.
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While the Hypebeast fashion trend is often associated with softer Korean hairstyles, this barbershop’s delivery of classy slick back undercut is uncompromised.
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There are two Acidic Chop Shop outlets located in Jurong just 2 streets apart from each other, which certainly eases the waiting list.
Price of haircut: From $35
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Acidic Chop Shop
Address: 221 Boon Lay Place #02-154, Singapore 640221, Boon Lay Shopping Centre, #02-154, Singapore
Telephone: 8369 0086
Acidic Chop Shop 2
Address: Jurong West Street 41 Block 456 #01-748, Singapore 640456
Telephone: 9389 0767
Opening hours: Mon – Sat 11AM-9PM | Sun 11AM-6PM
Website
3. DeepCuts Barber’s – staff trained at Netherlands’ top barber academy (from $30/haircut)
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Situated in a shophouse with vintage American-inspired decor, DeepCuts Barber’s offers affordable haircuts with an expensive feel. A number of their barbers received their training at The Old-School Barber Academy by Schorem in Rotterdam – said to be the best barbershop cum academy in Netherlands.
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Their specialty lies within the field of classic pompadours, modern pompadours and quiffs, with most customers rocking these styles. Consultation and styling are included for every haircut ($30). Women are also welcome!
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For those who are rocking a full beard, DeepCuts Barber’s also offers hot towel shaves ($25) and beard trimming/sculpting services ($20) to keep your manly mane neat and tidy.
Price of haircut: $30
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Address: 77 Kampong Bahru Road, #02-01, Singapore 169376
Opening hours: Mon – Thur 11AM-9PM | Fri 3PM-9PM | Sat – Sun 11AM-9PM
Telephone: 9023 3735
Website
4. Limpeh Barbershop – decor inspired by old-school barber poles (from $28/haircut)
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Limpeh Barbershop brings you back to the good ol’ days with a colour scheme that’s inspired by those blue, white and red striped barber poles that we used to frequently come across in our HDB estates. It’s also furnished old-school furniture such as rustic metal drawers and cabinets, leather seats and retro ceiling lamps.
Spot the “good morning” towel in this picture
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Not sure if it’s a good thing for you to look like your father. But for those who want to be “hensem like your limpeh”, you can get a haircut here from $28.
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But what’s more attractive than their decor are their affordable services. A haircut + hair wash or hot towel massage for adults costs $28, while students and senior citizens get to enjoy this at $18-$25 and $10 respectively. Be sure to look out for special discounts during festive seasons!
Price of haircut: From $28
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Address: Block 537 Bedok North Street 3, #01-511, Singapore 460537
Opening hours: Mon 11AM-9PM | Tues – Thurs 11AM-10PM | Fri 11AM-9PM | Sat – Sun 11AM-7PM
Telephone: 9422 5895
Website
5. Atatcutz – open till as late as 2AM (from $28/haircut)
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Atatcutz might look a little small, with 4 hairstyling stations squeezed in a 2×2 configuration, but it’s still worth the trip for their variety of services that are easy on the wallet. The black brick walls and wooden floor panels give it a classy vibe, but the best part? They operate till 12AM on most days and even till 2AM on Fridays and Saturdays. This makes things convenient for those who often have to work late or need a last-minute clean-up for an important meeting the next morning.
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They offer an extensive range of services with haircuts starting from $28, to pre-wash + haircut + wash + styling packages at $40
Price of haircut: From $28
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Address: 348, Bedok Road #01-04, Singapore 469560
Opening hours: Mon – Thurs 11.30PM-12AM | Fri – Sat 3PM-2AM | Sun 11.30PM-12AM
Telephone: 8838 1292
Website
6. Autocutt Barbershop – biker-themed (from $25/haircut)
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Autocutt is a vintage motorbike-themed barbershop with 2 outlets in Serangoon and Commonwealth. Both outlets have quaint and tasteful interiors, with black and white checkered tiles which are reminiscent of race flags. The former has a Triumph Tiger parked outside, while the latter has a striking red 1940s Matchless within – something bike enthusiasts will drool over.
Serangoon branch
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In terms of services, Autocutt provides the basics – haircuts and hot towel shaves are priced at $40, while beard trimming services starts from $25. They offer hair tattoos too, which are priced based on complexity of design.
Commonwealth outlet
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Price of haircut: $40
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Commonwealth outlet:
Address: 47 Tanglin Halt Rd, #01-313, Singapore 141047
Serangoon outlet:
Address: 68 Yio Chu Kang Road, Singapore 545569
Opening hours: Mon – Sat 11AM-8PM | Sun subjected to prior arrangement
Telephone: 9186 1233
Website
7. The Lufts Barbershop – bring a friend for cheaper rates (from $25/haircut)
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If you’re a Northie or Westie, pop by The Lufts Barbershop at either Marsiling or Woodlands for a fine gentleman’s haircut. Both outlets are situated at HDB blocks in the heartlands, so you won’t need to travel far.
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Their usual haircuts start from $25, but you’ll want to bring a mate along because when you come in a pair from Mondays to Thursdays, both of you will get your haircuts at $40 in total which certainly helps to ease the pressure off your bank accounts.
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There are also discounts available for uniformed personnel, senior citizens and primary school students.
Price of haircut: From $25
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Marsiling outlet
Address: Block 210 Marsiling Crescent #01-05, Singapore 730210
Woodlands outlet
Address: Block 849 Woodlands Street #01-207, Singapore 730849
Opening hours: Mon – Sun 10AM-10PM
Telephone: 8611 8190
Website
8. Hombre Barberblade – patterned shaves and beard colour enhancement (from $28/haircut)
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Hombre Barberblade does not only offer classic haircuts (from $28), but also audacious hair designs (from $35) – where intricate patterns are shaven onto your mop
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Perhaps this floral design may not be the most appropriate choice for your job interview, but it is definitely worth a shot if you’re feeling bold – especially if your school or workplace doesn’t have a dress code. Otherwise, stick to a slick modern pompadour cut and you won’t go wrong.
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Other than offering hot towel shaves, Hombre Barberblade also offers line-up and beard colour enhancement ($12, black only) services to help those with greying beards look younger.
Price of haircut: From $28
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Address: 228 Changi Road, #01-04, Singapore 419741
Opening hours: Mon – Thur 12PM-9PM | Friday 2PM-10PM | Sat – Sun 12PM-9PM
Telephone: 8750 9301
Website
9. The Golden Rule Barber Co. – grungy vibes (from $45/haircut)
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Electric guitars and grungy posters displayed on the walls of The Golden Rule Barber Co. bring a chill vibe very much like that of a garage band’s headquarters. You’ll certainly be getting the rockstar treatment from their skilled barbers during your haircut (from $45).
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In line with their music-related decor, they also have their very own record label, TGR Studio, and have recently launched their very own EP which you can check out here.
TGR Black Straight Razor with casing ($15) – for those who want to upkeep their look at home
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On top of that, they also carry their own house brand of pomades – from Matte Paste ($20) to Strong Hold Pomade ($28) – and an array of men’s grooming products like Beard Oil ($20).
Price of haircut: From $45
Find their full price list and range of services here.
Address: 66A Race Course Road, Level 2, Singapore 218570
Opening hours: Mon – Sun 11AM-10PM | Public Holiday 11AM-5PM
Telephone: 6810 7291
Website
10. Keep It Handsome Barbershop – walking distance from Tampines West MRT (from $26/haircut)
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Keep It Handsome Barbershop keeps it simple. No fancy decor or furnishing, just good haircuts in the East of Singapore not too far from Tampines West MRT station.
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They have yet to set up an official website, but you can follow them on Facebook for their latest updates. Above is a photo of their price list for different services. Worth a try for their high ratings!
Price of haircut: $26 for adults.
Address: Block 820 Tampines Street 81 #01-508, Singapore 520820
Opening hours: Mon – Thur 11AM-9.30PM | Fri 2PM-9.30PM | Sat – Sun 11AM-9PM
Telephone: 9066 3431
Men’s barbers in Singapore
Getting a haircut may be boring routine event for those who just want to get it over and done with. However, it can also be an experience in itself. With these gentlemen’s barbers, you don’t only get to look dapper and suave for important appointments, but also unwind a little as you’re getting tidied up.
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