De Arte Hair Studio at Hillion Mall is the Bukit Panjang outpost of a Singapore salon group that has been operating for more than 15 years, since opening its first salon at NEX in 2010 and expanding to seven neighbourhood outlets. The name comes from the Spanish phrase de arte, meaning of art, and it shapes the studio's philosophy: hair treated as a canvas, styled with intention, warmth and a focus on individuality.
Services rest on four pillars: personalised haircuts that begin with a thorough consultation, hair colouring from subtle refreshes to complete transformations, retexturing inspired by Tokyo and Seoul trends, and hair & scalp treatments that start with a complimentary scalp analysis by a hair specialist. The studio's signature Argan Oil Texture Control is an award-winning smoothing treatment for frizzy hair.
The team specialises in Asian hair, keeps pricing transparent with no hidden fees, and stands behind its work with a 5-Day Satisfaction Guarantee — backed by more than 3,000 positive reviews across the group. The Hillion Mall outlet is one of the group's hijab-friendly locations, with private curtained rooms available on request. Guests regularly mention the relaxing hair wash, experienced stylists and even a nice drink menu. With free consultations and online booking, it is an easy stop for self-care amid the bustle of the mall.
Tucked into the basement of Hillion Mall at 17 Petir Road, De Arte Hair Studio brings an artful, boutique-style salon experience to the heart of Bukit Panjang. The name comes from the Spanish phrase de arte, meaning of art, and it captures how the team sees hair: as a canvas, a passion and a celebration of individuality. Every cut, colour and curl begins with a vision, and the studio's promise is simple — exceptional service, top-notch products, and hair that makes you look and feel amazing.
De Arte's journey began at NEX in 2010. More than fifteen years on, it has grown into a group of seven neighbourhood salons across Singapore — Paya Lebar Square, Tampines 1, Jurong Point, Northpoint City, Pasir Ris Mall, Serangoon NEX and Hillion Mall — built to make stress-free pampering easy to reach, wherever you are. The formula has stayed consistent: conveniently located salons with comfortable, calming interiors, where you can take a break from the daily hustle and walk out with a boost of confidence after the extra glam.
At De Arte, the letters of the name carry the philosophy: Design with intention, Expression of passion, Artistry in motion, Revive with care, a Touch of warmth, and the Essence of satisfaction. Stylists see themselves as artists rather than technicians — listening deeply, advising honestly and treating every service as a chance to create something worth smiling about.
De Arte specialises in Asian hair and builds every visit around personalised attention. Haircuts start with a thorough consultation; colour work ranges from a subtle change to a complete transformation, with different looks explored fearlessly together. Retexturing covers both straightening and curls, recreating styles from Tokyo to Seoul trends for any occasion.
Scalp treatments begin with a complimentary scalp analysis by a hair specialist, who recommends the most suitable treatment for you — guests often mention how relaxing the hair wash and massage are. The most talked-about service is the Argan Oil Texture Control treatment, an award-winning smoothing treatment for frizzy hair that Beauty Insider featured in 2024. The studio's other recognitions include Three Best Rated and Best in Singapore in 2020, and a Beauty Inside award for best smoothing treatment in 2019.
Results are backed by a 5-Day Satisfaction Guarantee, pricing is transparent with no hidden fees, and the group counts more than 3,000 positive reviews from delighted clients. Regulars often name their stylists — praising everything from exactly-right cuts and colouring to gentle washes and styling advice you can actually use at home.
Interiors use soft white tones and warm colours, and every visit begins with a warm welcome at reception. The Hillion Mall outlet is one of De Arte's hijab-friendly locations, offering private rooms sectioned off with curtains or partitions for full privacy and comfort — simply request one when booking.
Early reviews of the Hillion branch highlight friendly, experienced stylists, a relaxing hair wash and even a nice drink menu to enjoy while you are in the chair.
The studio stocks professional home-care brands including de LAMO, Glosz, Miyaki and Shiseido — from the Miyaki Anti-Aging Hair Tonic, formulated to help prevent hair loss, to the de LAMO Scalp Care Lotion and CMC Treatment Serum. Stylists are happy to recommend what suits your hair and show you how to maintain the look between visits.
The Hillion Mall salon opens 10:30am to 9pm from Monday to Friday, and 10:30am to 8pm on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Appointments can be booked online, and consultations are free — so bring your wildest hair ideas, or ask a stylist to suggest the perfect look, and let the team turn them into something of art.