BEST ORIENTAL STYLE HAIRSTYLIST
Min Byung Kwon (Min), founder and salon director of Min International Hair Studio
HIGHLIGHTS
Hailing from South Korea, the talented Min Byung Kwon has certainly made his presence felt both locally and internationally, styling the hair of stars such as Karen Mok and Deanna Yusoff. With more than 18 years of international exposure, he is well versed in the latest Korean and Japanese hairstyles and techniques. Combined with the creative freedom of Aveda products, Min’s expertise gives his clients that sought-after Asian touch.
SALON SPEAK
An Aveda Exclusive Salon, Min International Hair Studio represents the brand well with its beautiful, raw wooden floors and the incredible portrait of a tree that evokes the feeling of being one with nature. Enjoy organic Aveda tea while your tresses are pampered and styled. And don’t leave without experiencing the amazing Aveda hand rituals performed by Min’s highly trained staff.
NEED TO KNOW
Every year, Min returns to Japan and South Korea to keep himself updated on evolving Japanese and Korean techniques. He also believes practice makes perfect, no matter how much experience he has under his belt. Min predicts a soft, model-off-duty look with a bit of an edge as the next big trend for the upcoming season. “To create this style, tie medium-length hair in a loose, undone chignon. For long locks with a barely there wave, maintain the look by twirling sections of hair and let it set with a little heat.”