Eyelash Extensions Cost: Vietnam vs. The World
One of the first things expats and digital nomads notice when they arrive in Ho Chi Minh City is how affordable beauty services are. Eyelash extensions in Vietnam cost a fraction of what you'd pay back home — and the quality can be just as good, if not better.
At Nanky Beauty in Thao Dien, District 2, a full set of lashes ranges from 250,000 VND (~$10) for classic to 700,000 VND (~$28) for 10D mega volume. Let's see how that stacks up against prices in the US, UK, and Australia.
Price Comparison Table
| Service | Nanky Beauty (VND) | Nanky Beauty (~USD) | USA (~USD) | UK (~GBP) | Australia (~AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Full Set | 250,000-280,000 | $10-$11 | $80-$150 | £50-£90 | $90-$160 |
| Volume 2D Full | 300,000 | $12 | $100-$180 | £60-£100 | $110-$190 |
| Volume 3D/4D Full | 380,000 | $15 | $120-$200 | £70-£120 | $130-$220 |
| Volume 5D/6D Full | 400,000 | $16 | $140-$250 | £80-£140 | $150-$260 |
| 10D Drama Queen | 700,000 | $28 | $200-$350 | £120-£200 | $220-$380 |
| Lash Lift | 250,000 | $10 | $75-$150 | £45-£80 | $80-$140 |
| Brow Lamination | 250,000 | $10 | $50-$100 | £30-£70 | $60-$120 |
| Foxy/Cat Eye 3D/5D | 400,000 | $16 | $130-$220 | £75-£130 | $140-$240 |
Why Is It So Much Cheaper in Vietnam?
Several factors explain the massive price difference:
- Lower operating costs — Rent in District 2, while higher than other parts of Saigon, is still a fraction of London or New York rents
- Training accessibility — Many Vietnamese lash artists train at specialized academies in Korea and Japan, bringing top skills home at local rates
- Competitive market — With thousands of salons in HCMC, pricing stays competitive
- Exchange rate advantage — At roughly 25,500 VND to $1, your foreign currency goes a long way
Isn't Cheap Worse Quality?
A common worry: "If it's this cheap, it must be bad." Not necessarily. At Nanky Beauty, the artists use Japanese and Korean adhesives and premium synthetic mink lashes. The technique — proper isolation, correct glue placement, appropriate curl selection — is identical to what you'd get at a high-end studio in New York. The difference is overhead, not skill.
Refill Costs: Even Better Savings
One of the best-value services at Nanky Beauty is the refill. With a minimum of 40% of your lashes still intact, refills start at just 150,000 VND ($6) for classic and go up to 500,000 VND ($20) for 10D. In the US, a volume refill typically runs $60-$100.
That means you can maintain a full-volume lash look all month for under $30 — what a single fill-up might cost in London.
What About Brown Lashes?
Nanky Beauty also offers brown lashes for a softer, more natural look — a service that's getting popular in Western markets. The brown lash surcharge is only 50,000 VND (+$2), compared to $10-$20 extra abroad.
The Bottom Line
If you're visiting Vietnam and want to save serious money on beauty, getting eyelash extensions is a no-brainer. At Nanky Beauty, you'll pay 60-80% less than Western prices for quality that matches top-tier international studios. Just plan ahead — book your appointment, bring reference photos, and allocate about 1.5-2 hours for a full set.
Nanky Beauty
71 Vành Đại Tây, An Khánh, District 2, HCMC
Phone: 0852.759.678
Hours: 8AM – 9PM daily
