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Did my hairdresser mess up my hair or am I the problem?

I LOOK LIKE A PENCIL

(1-3 original hair [before]
4 straight out of the salon [after]
5-7 home after nap [after]
8-11 reference pics)

I shaved my hair a year ago because of my mental health and I didn’t like how overgrown and bulky it looked now.

I wanted a bixie cut with volume at the back and wispy bangs— I tried to communicate this to the hairdresser but…. I ended up looking more like a mushroom by the end :( This was a Japanese hair dresser in Hong Kong and I paid quite out of my budget for it ($590 HKD), perhaps there was a miscommunication? Maybe my hair isn’t capable of looking like that?

I’ve always had a problem with speaking up for myself because I don’t want other people to think I’m rude or unhappy so I didn’t say anything. Instead I cried on the way home and took a nap. I really really hate how it looks…. I wish I had one good haircut in my life :(

I’m wondering if I’m overthinking this? Or if I’m not styling it correctly? Is it possible to fix this? Did my stylist misunderstand me or was under skilled?

I have painstakingly grown out my hair since cutting it all off during a mental breakdown which is why this haircut meant so much to me. I really wanted to look pretty and maybe own my short hair a bit. Because of my hair texture, every stylist I’ve ever been to since I have been born has never given me a good haircut as they’re not used to working on folks outside of pin straight hair. :(((( I’m really upset and I just want to figure out what to do now.

u/LargeInevitable7243 — 3 days ago
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Mod response to this guy on the larper subreddit: Unlike the other sub, we have actual HKers here. Opposing sepratists and domestic terrorism does not make us "hateful mainlanders", it is the sentiment of the silent majority of us HKers, who are not properly represented on the other sub

Recently banned this guy for a racist comment who referred to mainland tourists as animals (linked for evidence, so you'all can see). originally it was just 7 days as i assumed he was just an edgy teenager. He funnily enough told me to permaban him and i did so as requested.

Also FYI:

On the last pic is a post from the other sub requesting brigading on a post i made on another subreddit critizing the rioters.

I instantly recieved multiple death threats and false "self harm" reports on said post, which are thankfully removed. (post itself was also unfortunelately removed.)

Very intrestingly, the user flairs of the brigadiers sending me death threats were not from hong kong, which further proves that the sub is full of larpers.

Also to the larpers and sepratists: I was born here in Hong kong and have lived here my whole life lol

The silent majority of irl HKers oppose the sepratists and the rioters and are fed up with you.

Disclaimer

Please do not brigade or harrass anyone involved in this. We don't need to resort to the tactics they use to intimidate people.

u/Key-Needleworker-702 — 5 days ago
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Cycling Map for Hong Kong

Hello guys, I have realized that cycling in HK is a pain in the ass as it is really hard to find where the routes are, with that in mind, I have created a biking map that could be opened via Google Maps with all the paths/trails–that are laid by the government–for Hong Kong and I hope that this would be somewhat useful thanks!

https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=17MgEQQ8QRg0m9SVOlNry7A3H4a5Qun4&ll=22.45979179079685%2C114.06289276964853&z=1

I do not earn anything out of this nor gain any benefit and everything is adapted from open source data so I don't think this is considered as self promotion; it also doesn't require you to download any new app as the map will automatically open in your Google Maps App or web browser.

u/Any-Requirement-2904 — 3 days ago
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Cathay Pacific Website is Simply Terrible

Second day of frustration. Same with someone trying to book from UK. Trying to book online is impossible. Cleared cookies and cache and tried 3 different browsers. Going to fly with another airline. FFS

u/Acceptable-Wolf1532 — 3 days ago
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Any recommendations for a 19 hr layover in Hong Kong?

Me and my girlfriend are going to be arriving in Hong Kong around 12am and I won’t have to be back til 330pm any advice? suggestions? I’ve never been to Hong Kong before!

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u/Yoooriz — 2 days ago
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Cathay Website Shite

Is it me or is the CX (edited) website just completely junk at the moment. Told me my flight was no longer available halfway thru booking.

Trying to use it via google flights also junk's your booking halfway through.

And it's impossibly slow.

Yes I've cleared cache and cookies and tried three different browsers.

Anyone else experiencing this?

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u/Acceptable-Wolf1532 — 5 days ago

HK Permanent Resident (English-only) looking to relocate ASAP realistic job opportunities

Hi everyone! I’m looking for advice / possible opportunities in Hong Kong.

I currently work in strategy/research consulting in Southeast Asia, mainly doing market research, strategy, and investment-related projects across different industries. I’ve recently been seriously considering relocating to HK as soon as possible.

Some people I know has mentioned getting hired even without visas because companies sponsored them, which made me think maybe I still have a chance. In my case, I actually already have residency rights in HK (I have a HK passport + permanent ID card), so visa sponsorship thankfully isn’t an issue. My biggest concern is that I only speak English.

I wanted to ask:

  1. Would I realistically get hired faster if I were already physically in HK?
    \- Do employers tend to prefer candidates already in the city, or are online applications / LinkedIn / JobsDB etc. still effective enough from overseas?
  2. Are there opportunities for English-only speakers?
    \- Ideally I’m looking for strategy / research / analyst / business roles, but honestly I’m open to almost anything at first just to establish myself in HK. Even tutoring, retail, cashiering, admin work, or customer-facing jobs. I genuinely don’t mind starting somewhere practical first and then working my way up later.

My long-term goal is still to build a career in strategy/business, but my immediate goal is simply to move to HK and settle there ASAP.

For context:
\- Background in strategy/research consulting
\- Experience in market research, investment/industry studies, and corporate strategy-type work
\- English only
\- HK permanent resident

Would really appreciate honest advice about:
\- industries that are more English-friendly
\- realistic entry points
\- whether moving first without a job is a terrible idea
\- companies/platforms/recruiters worth checking

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u/Obvious-Garlic9395 — 3 days ago

Is the job market in Hong Kong this cooked??

As an expat I’ve been applying for months and either get rejected for being too junior for ENTRY-level roles that somehow require atleast 2 years of experience, or I need native-level Cantonese. And the ones that do come with offers end up being sales jobs (selling insurance/services) when the listing said something completely different 😭

I am a recent grad with a Master’s in Chemical Engineering from HKU and i can speak mandarin quite well and just about finishing up an internship at a VC firm as an investment analyst. Looking for a new role now because my current firm wants me to do another 6 months as an intern before even considering full-time and even then the pay is basically the lowest of the low, so it’s just not financially feasible for me.

Ive also been networking by going to a lot of VC/PE forums and the lot of them offer to help me find a job but after contacting them they r no help at all.

Anyone have any tips? Ive been applying for any type of role on linkedin, jobsdb, indeed, glassdoor and on company websites but no luck so far. Ive also asked headhunters who r helping but no luck either. Its a shame because I really like Hong Kong😔

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u/Gloomy_Owl_7111 — 9 days ago

Im very embarrassed to post like this but im out of options . im 19 years old Muslim in Hong Kong

Hello i’m indian we have hong kong id card not permanent , my dad worked as an employee visa in hong kong for 6 .5 years and only 5 months he would be permanent but he passed away 🥲. since he is gone , the government is not giving us visa anymore , we don’t know what to do , she is also she asked me if i want to marry someone because she wants to raise my kids , and i feel this is the right time for marriage , im 19 , im really overweight because i was only kid and my dad and mom spoiled me a lot , but i used to work foodpanda part time after school and had good earning , i want to marry someone in hong kong or Saudi Arab or Qatar or Kuwait or any country thats not racist to muslim and start a family , im a kind and really really caring person like my dad , he never raised voice in front of my mom and he took care of her whole life , i believe i will be same and whoever i will marry i will take care of her in every way possible . about myself im born in india , muslim , i read daily 5 prayers + tahhajjut , i do it daily i have a habit now about the weight i lost 11 kg already but i will be like average soon in sha aallah i was 128 kg now im 115 a, and im losing more . im looking for simple nikah , a small family , very islamic environment , i just want her to be loyal and listening , i have no other requirements as Quran says men are protectors of women’s i will protect her , take care of her in every way possible , just like my dad took care of my mom

and yes for my details ,

Gender - Male

Age - 19 ,

Height 168 cm ,

weight i said ,

Personality - im shy , calm and like to play video games a lot ,

work - i do foodpanda part time after school , but i have plan to be a uber driver or gogovan in future

Religion- Islam Alhamdulillah , ummah of prophet Muhammas s.a.w

Martial status - i am never married not had a girlfriend . and i put my glaze down whenever a girl passes by , i dont have female friends

Langauge - Bengali, English , Urdu

Scholars i follow - There are many like Zakir naik , Ahmed Deedat , The muslim lantern , Smile2jannah , Alidawah many many more

Hobbies - i give dawah not professional but yea i do ,i used to draw before not now , play video games , sit on parks alone for worship

also if i marry here i never want to go back india , i will stay in that country and the nationality of the partner i marry

you can contract me on instagram - wohooi_94 , not my main account because im too embarrassed to use my main

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u/Puzzleheaded_Dig6111 — 4 days ago

HK Lawyers, what advice would you give to yourself in Law school?

I want to get a TC (hopefully in an i-firm) so I want to be competitive in the job market.

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u/PositiveProblem4855 — 4 days ago
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Hey, we’re 18 of us coming to Honk Kong pretty soon. We’re planning on spending 2 nights at HKDL Disneys Hollywood Hotel and visiting the park, then leaving for Macao. Most people are bringing 1 large suitcase and one carry on. I looked into taking the metro from the airport to HKDL, but the MTR app says it’ll cost 73 HKD per adult and involve 2 transfers. So I think taxis might be a better option. However I’m not sure of how much luggage the taxis can hold. Can anyone help me with that?

Also, I saw that the ferry to Macao limits suitcases upto 56cm in height. Do they actually enforce this limit or can we get slightly larger suitcases onto the ferry?

Thank in advance for your help!

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u/Im_you_I_swear — 6 days ago

Everytime I come to HK I see those street football ground always full of people

Is there any site/app to participate as a complete stranger ? Would love to play against y'all

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u/Both_Mess_1167 — 6 days ago

Most stereotypically cantonese conversation ever(阿叔 gets ticket and starts yelling dllm at officer and bystanders)

Hands down the officer is in the right here. Not even remotely debatable. Firstly, don't park like an asshole and don't insult people doing their job properly.

I love the citizen reactions lmao.
Also i searched up the police car and turns out it's 東九龍衝鋒隊 fyi

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u/Key-Needleworker-702 — 7 days ago