Saigon’s urban landscape is dotted with spas and beauty salons, many of which provide standard services. Mornington Spa in District 2 aims to stand out with a holistic approach, international standards and emphasis on utilizing modern technology.
Mornington Spa’s co-founder, Van, spent five years in the finance industry, honing her precision and attention to detail, which she brings to every aspect of the spa. Her experience working in Australian spas, renowned for high standards, further inspired her to import their technologies to her native Vietnam, prioritizing hygiene, private spaces, and cutting-edge technology.
Van’s finance background is balanced by her husband and co-founder Khoa’s expertise as a chemical engineer. He’s particularly focused on meticulously auditing spa products to ensure all their ingredients are safe for customers. Often, this means stocking high-quality imported products as many of the cheaper options in the Vietnamese market don’t meet his strict standards.
When Mornington Spa opened its doors in 2023, the founders assumed that their manicure and pedicure services would be a core part of their business. While many customers come for them, they’ve come to realize that their spa’s real unique selling point is its ability to chart holistic paths towards better skin for its customers.
The spa’s investment in Canfield's VISIA skin analyzer and rigorous staff training allows Mornington Spa to identify potential areas of improvement for customers' skin health. The computer can even predict how one’s skin is likely to age over the coming decades.
These skin assessments, guided by precise data, let Mornington Spa’s accredited staff recommend a personalized product regime and daily routines. The spa has a number of long-term customers who have seen their skin improve drastically and quantifiably when following such advice. On offer are pharmaceutical-grade products from Biologique Recherche & Mesoestetic, as well as popular brands like Dermalogica.
Van and Khoa are strong believers in building long-term regimens, in contrast to common beauty treatments in Saigon like injectables, that are not only expensive and require significant upkeep, but also are quick fixes that don’t result in enduring skin health.
Whether one is looking for traditional spa services or seeking to secure a path towards sustainable improvements in their skin, Mornington Spa is likely a good place to start.
