Step into the world of fashion and beauty in Picture Perfect Hair Salon, a creative simulation experience designed for the Nintendo DSi. In this title, players take on the role of an aspiring entrepreneur running their very own salon. To succeed, you must move beyond basic styling and master the complex arts of hair cutting, coloring, and professional make-up application. The ultimate goal is simple yet challenging: provide flawless transformations and keep your customers completely satisfied.

Master the Art of Styling

Picture Perfect Hair Salon offers deep customization mechanics that allow for immense creativity. Whether you are working on a subtle change or a complete makeover, the game provides an incredible breadth of options to express your artistic vision. Players can experiment with a massive variety of looks, featuring over 15,000 different hair and make-up combinations.

The gameplay loop focuses on skill progression and competition. As you learn new techniques—from precise cutting to advanced coloring—you can enter various salon contests. Winning these competitions allows you to earn prestigious awards and climb the ranks within the professional salon world, turning your small shop into a high-fashion destination.

Innovative Features for Nintendo DSi

Developed by Sonic Powered Co., Ltd., this title was notable for its utilization of the handheld's specific hardware capabilities. Key features include:

  • Automatic Face Recognition: This title holds distinction as one of the first Nintendo DSi games to implement Automatic Face Recognition technology. By positioning your face correctly, the game can automatically capture a picture, adding an interactive layer to the styling experience.
  • Extensive Customization: With over 15,000 combinations of hair and make-up, no two transformations need to be the same.
  • Competitive Progression: Participate in salon contests to win awards and increase your global ranking.

Who is this game for?

This title is ideal for players who enjoy simulation and fashion-based gameplay. It appeals strongly to fans of "makeover" mechanics and creative sandbox games where the primary objective is aesthetic perfection. If you enjoy the satisfaction of taking a character from a plain look to a "picture perfect" transformation, this salon simulator provides the tools to do just that.

Platform Availability

Please note that while compatible with the Nintendo DS hardware family, Picture Perfect Hair Salon is specifically designed for use on the Nintendo DSi to utilize its unique camera and recognition features. It was released in late 2009 as a digital and physical experience for the handheld platform.