A common thing to be asked as someone with curly hair is “Why don't you rebond your hair?”
What might seem like a casual question can be quite hurtful to someone who is born with naturally curly hair. There is a sense that their hair is not good enough, that somehow curly hair is deficient compared to straight hair in hot and humid Singapore, where people sporting natural curls are more a minority.
Having curly hair herself, local Singaporean stylist Annie is one of the very few stylists who is able to understand the struggles of managing and loving curly hair.
In fact, she too has gone through a phase of hating her curly hair because of how hard it is to manage it. Her view on curly hair changed only after living and staying in London for a few years. Seeing how the English ladies are proud of their natural hair and embrace them as how they were, she was determined to bring the positive energy back to Singapore... and eventually, that's how Ann's Studio is born!
Located in the slightly run-down Adelphi, Ann's Studio isn't the most luxurious hair salon out there. But for those of you with natural curls, Ann's Studio will feel like home.
We say that not just because of the simple baby blue decor that made us feel so comfy, the cute vintage fridge right at the door or even the little piece of heaven as you look out the window during the hair wash.
We love Annie because of the connection she shares with those of us who are still struggling to accept our hair for what it is.
Those who love their natural curls can weave a sigh of relief as you'll never hear Annie ask you to rebond your hair straight off the bat. Annie makes sure to remind her curly-haired customers that those curls are what made them who they are and then takes the initiative to discuss about what your dream hair looks like. She will then ask you about your preferences, lifestyle and what you do on a daily basis to manage your hair before suggesting the right hair service suitable for you.
This means that you do not necessarily have to go for straightening services if you don't feel like it; a single haircut from her can make you look and feel like a million bucks!
Be prepared for friends and family giving you tons of compliments on your new haircut as Annie's haircutting skills, honed through decades of experience studying and working in Toni & Guy UK, Toni&Guy Singapore as well as many top salons in Singapore, can sculpt your curly hair to give it the celeb-worthy sheen.
Annie doesn't just stop there though. We all know how hair always looks better at the salon, so Annie always goes one step further to teach you how to style your hair quickly with appropriate homecare so that it still looks good at home.
As much as she loves natural curls, we love how Annie doesn't judge when you ask for hair services that manage your curls more permanently. Having gone through the phase herself, Annie too has mastered the art of keratin treatments as well as rebonding and perming. If you talk to her in private, she will however confess that she prefers Keratin Treatments as it doesn't take away your natural curls and actually defrizzes your hair more and more over time. That is why she has spent a lot of time searching for the right Keratin Treatment before deciding on her current one.
Beyond curl management though, Annie is brilliant with balayage and highlights, even for customers hoping to achieve blonde hair. She is after all one of the few stylists who has actually worked in the UK for more than 3 years. Hence, she understands what balayage and fine highlight techniques REALLY IS to add on to the canvas that blonde customers have worked so hard to achieve. Annie is so good that many expat customers (all the way from Europe, America and even Brazil!) recommend hordes of friends to her, making her clientele very international.
Add her personal service to the mix and you'll find that her service is definitely among the most value-for-money. You see, Annie does everything from start to finish, from the hair consultation, haircut, hair wash and even colouring and keratin treatment. As she takes care of every single detail along the way, service feels particularly personal here.
With outstanding skills and a heartfelt desire to help customers manage and love their natural hair, Annie is definitely our favourite stylist to recommend for curly hair in Singapore
P.S. Annie works mostly alone so it can be difficult (and next to impossible) to walk in. So do make an advance appointment before going down to avoid disappointment!
Beyond attractive prices, Ann's Studio offers a complimentary member loyalty program to reward customers who return for more services!
Membership Fee: Free
Membership Benefits
Don't forget to redeem these perks if you do come back for a visit!
Loves
- Extremely skillful in haircuts and Keratin Treatments for curly hair
- Beautiful balayage and blonde highlighting
- Cozy decor that feels like home
- Annie can speak both English and Mandarin fluently
- The ambience and people make the place feel homely
- Convenient, just 5 min walk from City Hall MRT
- Parking is very affordable at $3.21 per entry after 5pm from Mondays to Saturdays and full day on Sundays
Not-So-Happy-With
- Only one stylist so it may not be as easy to make an appointment with her during peak hours
- Environment in Adelphi is not so high-end
- Prices not the cheapest
So disappointed
I recently took my son to Ann for a haircut. He has shoulder-length, curly hair that had become quite unruly due to its volume and frizz. Our goal was to maintain his length while making his hair more stylish and manageable. We chose Ann because we believed she could provide us with expert advice on what would suit my son’s hair and facial features. Unfortunately, Ann was very reluctant to share her professional opinion. When we arrived, she asked my son what he wanted, and he said he liked the length. She largely ignored my input when I tried to explain that we wanted a style with less volume. After washing his hair, she prepared to start cutting without discussing her plan with us. When I asked about her intended style, she replied that she would give my son what he wanted, which was to keep the same length. My son is only 12 years old and not an expert on what would look good on him. I was taken aback that Ann did not offer any advice or suggestions that aligned with our preferences. When I expressed my concerns, she became defensive and said she could only do what we wanted. If that were the case, I could have just cut my son’s hair myself. She then mentioned that maintaining the length would still result in frizz unless we used specific products. I had to infer that without product, long hair wasn’t a feasible option for my son. Eventually, I asked her to give him a shorter cut, and she opted for a basic boys’ cut. The result was a simple haircut we could have easily gotten at a neighborhood salon. I chose Ann based on the positive reviews I had read, but I was deeply disappointed with her service and lack of consultation. As a hairdresser, I expected her to take a couple of minutes to understand our needs and provide her professional opinion on what would work best. Instead, she seemed determined to give us exactly what we initially thought we wanted, without any expert input or advice. For anyone seeking a transformation or a new look based on professional advice, I would not recommend Ann. She may be able to replicate a picture if you already know what you want, but if you are looking for a haircut based on your features and hair texture, along with some consultation, Ann is not the right choice. My son now has a very short haircut, and while we are fine with it, we could have made this decision more confidently if Ann had taken a couple of minutes to listen and explain. Overall, this was my worst experience with a hairdresser in Singapore.
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Haircut
She’s super talented and knows curly hair really well! (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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My first haircut experience at Ann’s Studio
Loved it!! Annie is such a nice person to talk to and she is super professional! She knows so much about different kinds of hair cuts and styles would definitely come back here again! (Review not yet verified)
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Trusted and professional
I have trusted Annie with my hair for many years. She is professional and skilful with my rather difficult hair. Unlike many others, she doesn't push you to buy products. She will only recommend if you need anything and ask her. (Review not yet verified)
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Gorgeous curls!
Had a lovely experience with Ann's studio. My curls were brought back to life and looked gorgeous after thr haircut! (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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Highlights & hair cut.
I trust Ann with my hair like I would my life! She's so easy going. Never judges us or our hair. I always enjoy my hair sessions with her. I tried highlights for the first time in my life today and the results are amazing! Highly recommend her for all those who cannot find a good hair salon.. especially one who can win styling all types of hair, not just curls! (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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My curls’ doctor 😁
Finally found someone who understood my requirement. A Patient listener who suggests styling tips without the intentions of selling the products (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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Amazing Haircut By Ann ❤️
Thank you for the wonderful experience for my hair affair every single time I come ❤️. I love how she cuts and blows my hair every single time. Will definitely drop by again 😎. (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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Great haircut!
Annie is skillful and great at what she does! I love my new haircut! (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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First time at ann's studio
It was my first time at Ann's Studio. Highly recommend!!! Stylists are really knowledgable and willing to share tips on how to take better care of your hair🙆🏽♀️ (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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Haircut
really love my hair sm rn!! the hairstyle is exactly what i wanted,,the hairstylist is really friendly and it was an overall good experience!! would definitely come back again!! (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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Haircut
Really speedy and pleasant service!! :) Good hair care advice too! (Review approved by Beauty Undercover)
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First Curly Cut
I had my first curly hair cut by Annie and everything about it was fantastic - the method she used (dry cutting), the style she gave me (enhanced volume), sticking to my comfort level (not cutting past what she told me to expect). I am literally never going to another salon or stylist again.
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Changed my entire appearance!
I visited Annie on a recommendation. I have thick curly hair and was hard to walk around in a heat. Annie friendly personality and professionalism put me at ease. She recommended a hairstyle that I never tried before. Result was outstanding, I could not be happier. This is the hairstyle I would use from now on, Thank You Annie.
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Best hairstylist for wavy hair - Annie
I am so happy to have found Annie, after having so many bad experiences with different hairdresser. I am beyond excited to finally embraced my wavy hair ( beach wave as Annie said ). I love how Annie cut and style my hair. It is so easy to care for. Thank you Annie, I will be back, and can't wait for my next visit already.
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I can always trust Annie with my hair!
As always, Annie provides the best service and experience every time I am there. She always manages to make my hair look the best! I can always trust her magic hands working on my hair.
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Trimming the dried ends
Annie is a very friendly and professional hairstylist. She always cut my hair the way I want and gives me advice if the hairstyle doesn’t suits my personality.
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Best hairstylist - Annie!
I had a fantastic experience with Annie! I can always trust her to do a good job with my hair, and she can make any hair do look good! I highly recommend her!
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Cool hair cut
Annie was great and friendly! She understood my needs and hair exactly and gave me such a cool cut!
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Hair cut with Annie
Finally found a hairdresser who understands and works around my daughter's very curly hair. It was difficult to find a hairdresser who could cut her hair as everyone seem to have the attitude of 'why so curly, a lot of hair' remark before anything is done. Annie though worked her magic and gave my teen her dream cut. Thanks Annie for those skills!
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Curly hair maintenance
Annie styles and colours my hair. So glad to find a stylist who really understands curly hair.
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Finally found a good hairstylist, Annie who can cut Asian women with thick, frizzy, coarse and wavy hair!
Annie is definitely the best hair stylist in Singapore when it comes to dealing with Asian women with thick, frizzy, coarse and wavy/ curly hair. Second time in my life that I found someone i.e. Annie who managed to cut my naturally wavy hair into something beautiful!! All my time, I have faced scorn from other hairstylists who only think that straight hair is the only beauty standard. When Annie managed to brought out my natural hair curls, I was extremely amazed and even wondered why did I bother to spend $320 on a stupid hair perm for the past 5 years when I have such nice hair waves?!!!
Finally Annie did not hard sell any products which was a plus point for me.
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My Regular haircut
I am always looking forward to my monthly haircut. Annie has been my hairstylist for the past 10 years . She is experienced and talented at what she does best .
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AWESOME SERVICE!!!
Not my first time here and as usual Annie did an awesome job. Always have no regrets getting my hair done here. her bubbly and friendly personality also keeps me entertained during the haircut.
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Experience new hairstyle
Fuss free and never have to worry about my hair, as the stylist was able to advice which hairstyle suits my hair texture and face shape.
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