# Barbers in Downtown Core

An old-school heartland barber in Singapore charges about $8–12 for a men's cut (mid-2026), express chains $12–14, mid-range barbershops $30–35 and premium barbershops $45–60. Price mostly buys time and detail: fades, beard work and a wash take longer. Confirm whether the quote is nett before you sit down.

## Key facts
- Listings: 13
- Median years in business: 8

## Prices in Singapore
Men's haircut prices from Singapore price round-ups and shop menus, 2024–2026. Beard trims, shaves and designs are usually extra.

| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hairdressing-school cut | S$7–S$22 per cut |  |
| Heartland barber | S$8–S$12 per cut | Often cash or PayNow, walk-in |
| Express chain (EC House, QB House) | S$12–S$14 per cut | Cut only, about 10 minutes |
| Mid-range barbershop | S$20–S$35 per cut |  |
| Premium barbershop | S$45–S$60 per cut | Hour-long session, often with wash and styling |

## How to choose
- For fades and textured styles, choose a barbershop that posts recent cuts on Instagram and book a named barber; heartland barbers are best for classic short cuts.
- Bring a reference photo and say which guard length you normally use.
- Check the price for add-ons such as beard trims, hot-towel shaves and hair washes, which can double the bill at premium shops.
- Ask if the price is nett; tipping is not expected in Singapore.
- Skip prepaid haircut packages; the saving is small compared with the risk if the shop closes.

## Red flags
- Razors that are not fitted with a fresh blade in front of you.
- Clippers and combs not cleaned between customers.
- Prices not displayed and only quoted after the cut.

## Listings (top 13)
- [Thomas D'Esthetique](https://lookup.sg/biz/thomas-desthetique), Clarke Quay · 5 Coleman St, #03-01 Excelsior Shopping Centre · 3 min walk from City Hall MRT · registered 1993
- [Hiro Ginza](https://lookup.sg/biz/hiro-ginza), Bugis · Raffles Arcade · 3 min walk from Esplanade MRT · registered 2018
- [Envy Cuts](https://lookup.sg/biz/envy-cuts), Clarke Quay · 3 Coleman St, #02-24 · 3 min walk from City Hall MRT · registered 2025
- [Empire Of Steel Barber](https://lookup.sg/biz/empire-of-steel-barber), Tanjong Pagar · Downtown Gallery, 6A Shenton Way · 2 min walk from Shenton Way MRT
- [Splice Barbershop](https://lookup.sg/biz/splice-barbershop), Bugis · 3 Temasek Blvd, #01-487 Suntec City North Wing · 3 min walk from Promenade MRT
- [James Barker Barber](https://lookup.sg/biz/james-barker-barber), Marina Bay · 8A Marina Blvd, B2 -79 · 3 min walk from Downtown MRT
- [Jeric Salon](https://lookup.sg/biz/jeric-salon), Bugis · 200 Victoria St · 2 min walk from Bugis MRT
- [Hiroginza Premium Barber](https://lookup.sg/biz/hiroginza-premium-barber), Bugis · 328 N Bridge Rd, Unit 02-38 Raffles Hotel Arcade · 3 min walk from Esplanade MRT
- [Musee Platinum Tokyo](https://lookup.sg/biz/musee-platinum-tokyo-downtown-core), Downtown Core · 9 Raffles Boulevard · 1 min walk from Promenade MRT
- [Qb House](https://lookup.sg/biz/qb-house-downtown-core), Downtown Core · 252 North Bridge Rd · 1 min walk from City Hall MRT
- [LABarbershop](https://lookup.sg/biz/labarbershop-clarke-quay), Clarke Quay · Funan, 107 North Bridge Rd · 4 min walk from City Hall MRT
- [QB House Premium](https://lookup.sg/biz/qb-house-premium), Downtown Core · R&B Tea, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, 6 Raffles Blvd · 1 min walk from Promenade MRT
- [QB PREMIUM (Raffles City)](https://lookup.sg/biz/qb-premium-raffles-city), Downtown Core · 252 N Bridge Rd, B2-11 Raffles City Shopping Centre · 1 min walk from Esplanade MRT

## FAQs
### How much is a men's haircut in Singapore?
As of mid-2026, heartland barbers charge about $8–12, EC House $12 and QB House $14 for men. Mid-range barbershops are around $20–35, and premium barbershops charge $45–60 for an hour-long cut. Hairdressing schools such as Kimage offer supervised trainee cuts from about $7.

### Do I need to tip my barber in Singapore?
No. Tipping is not expected in Singapore. Some premium barbershops add GST to listed prices, so confirm whether the price is nett before the cut. Many heartland barbers accept CDC vouchers; look for the decal at the shopfront.

### Do barbers in Singapore need a licence?
There is no specific licence for barbers or hairdressers in Singapore. Shops need standard business registration. Hygiene guidance from health authorities stresses disposable blades and disinfecting skin-piercing equipment, so check that a fresh blade is used for any razor work.

## Sources
- MOH – Body art tattoo (Parliamentary reply covering hygiene guidance for barbers and hairdressers, 2007): https://www.moh.gov.sg/newsroom/body-art-tattoo/
- The Money Bees – Cheap haircuts in Singapore (June 2026): https://themoneybees.co/blog/cheap-haircut-singapore-barber-shop

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Source: Lookup (https://lookup.sg) · Data as of October 2026 · Listings compiled from Singapore government open data (data.gov.sg), OneMap and Overture Maps places. Free listings never show contact details; featured listings are labelled.