Bambang Soteto

Founder, Hairkunst & Dashing Diva

He learned the science behind the style.

Trained in Europe, Then Brought It Home

Illustrated map of Bambang's journey: London, then Mannheim, then Vienna, then a flight home to Kuala Lumpur

Five years mastering the techniques behind great cuts, colour and hair care.

  1. Mannheim · London · Vienna2001–05European Training
  2. Vienna2003–06Academy Trainer
  3. Kuala Lumpur2007Founded HairkunstGrew from one salon to branches in KLCC, Mont Kiara and Shah Alam.
  4. Asia2010–12Schwarzkopf AmbassadorThe only Bumiputera hairdresser selected as a Schwarzkopf ambassador, representing the brand across six Asian markets, from Shanghai to Jakarta.
  5. Malaysia2013Founded BUHAThe Bumiputera Hairdressing Association, so Malay hairdressers get a fair stake in the industry they helped build.
  6. Malaysia2018–20L’Oréal Ambassador
Bambang Soteto

Why He Built Dashing Diva

He built Dashing Diva around a simple idea: Muslimah women should be able to enjoy professional hair care in a space where they feel comfortable and private.

A fully private salon. An all-women team.

Every Dashing Diva stylist is trained by Bambang to meet his standards.

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  • Harian Metro
  • CLEO Malaysia
  • Majalah Nona
  • Astro
  • Majalah Impiana
  • Majalah Rapi
Inside Hairkunst

Hairkunst

His first salon, at The Curve in Mutiara Damansara.

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