APT Salon has officially set the Guinness World Record for the Most Haircuts by a Team in One Hour during the impactful “Cut for Love” event at the Main Atrium of Sunway Velocity Mall.
Kuala Lumpur, August 28, 2025 — APT Salon has officially set the Guinness World Record for the Most Haircuts by a Team in One Hour during the impactful “Cut for Love” event at the Main Atrium of Sunway Velocity Mall.
- A team of 140 APT Salon hairstylists delivered 325 haircuts in just one hour.
- This creates a new Guinness World Record.
- This achievement was verified by Austin Johnson, an Official Adjudicator from Guinness World Records.
A PLEDGE FOR CANCER NGOs
APT Salon had pledged RM50 for each haircut delivered during the record-breaking attempt.
A total of RM18,400 being raised to benefit both National Cancer Society of Malaysia (NCSM) and Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia (BCWA Malaysia).
“We believe that even a simple haircut can carry deep meaning. Through this record-breaking event, we’re showing the world what Malaysians can achieve with unity, purpose, and heart. It’s not just about cutting hair—it’s about cutting for hope,” said Vincent Teh, CEO of APT Salon.
A CALL FOR MORE EARLY DETECTION OF CANCERS
In keeping with the theme of the event to raise health awareness, teams from NCSM and BCWA Malaysia were on hand to provide free cancer screening and free clinical breast examinations respectively, to all members of the public.
“The rising number of late-stage cancer diagnoses is a concern. Therefore, early detection remains crucial to improving survival rates and treatment outcomes. With timely screenings, many lives could be saved,” said Kolonel Bersekutu (PA) Associate Professor Dr Murallitharan Munisamy, Managing Director of NCSM.
He added: “On behalf of the National Cancer Society of Malaysia , we would like to congratulate APT Salon for organising such a creative yet meaningful event to raise cancer awareness.”
WIGS FOR BREAST CANCER PATIENTS
Hair donations collected during “Cut For Love” will be used to create wigs for breast cancer patients undergoing treatment.
These wigs are not just a physical accessory; they can be a much-needed boost in confidence and self-esteem.
“As a breast cancer survivor, I know firsthand how powerful it is to feel seen and supported at a time when you feel like no one else understands what you’re going through,” said Liew Swee Lee, Secretary of Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia who was amongst the first to receive her hair cut as part of the record-breaking attempt.
The campaign also featured makeover sessions for cancer survivors from Pink Unity, NCSM’s survivor support group, as well as from BCWA Malaysia.
| This is a press statement issued by APT Salon. It has been edited for clarity. |
