Bundles, Braids & Boarding Passes: How Vacation Hair Just Got More Expensive (Thanks, Tariffs!)

The Glow-Up Before Takeoff

You’ve booked the trip. You’ve planned the outfits. You’re dreaming of ocean views, rooftop cocktails, and that glow-up energy only vacation can bring. But just as you’re texting your stylist for that “vacay-ready” install, you’re hit with the news: prices are up.

No, it's not just you. The cost of weaves, braiding hair, and even lashes has spiked—thanks to those sneaky little tariffs most of us didn’t see coming. Inflation doesn’t care about your twist-out in Tulum or your lashes in Lisbon. But don’t worry—Diamond Dreams Travel is here to help you laugh through the pain and still step into vacation mode like the luxury queen you are.

Vacation Hair Is a Lifestyle, Not a Choice

For many women, the vacation doesn't start at the airport—it starts in the stylist's chair. That pre-travel hair appointment is practically a sacred ritual. Braids for the beach. Sew-ins for the slay. Lashes for the effortless “I woke up like this” poolside selfies.

And let’s be honest: there’s an unspoken checklist when traveling.

• Hair? Laid.

• Edges? Slick.

• Lashes? Wispy and full.

• Vibes? Immaculate.

Like a luxury vacation, the beauty prep is part of the full experience. So when the prices start creeping up, it hits where it hurts—right in the glam.

Tariffs Tried It

Let’s talk about the elephant in the glam room: tariffs. These import taxes have quietly driven up the prices on many synthetic and human hair products, especially those sourced overseas. That means the bundles you love, the braiding hair you stockpile, and even lash extensions now cost more for you and your stylist.

Translation? You’re not imagining things. Your usual vacation prep is suddenly giving first-class prices with economy stress.

How to Slay on Vacation Without Slaying Your Wallet

Here’s where we pivot to power moves. There are ways to keep it cute without killing your coins:

• Book your braids early and opt for lightweight styles that’ll last through the trip.

• Go for protective styles that transition from beach to dinner without fuss.

• Skip the fill—pack DIY lash clusters or travel-friendly glue-on lashes.

• Bring your hair products in travel-size containers to avoid salon markup abroad.

• Ask your travel designer vacation planner (hi, that’s us) if we know any trusted stylists in your destination—we’re tapped in.

These tips may not fix the price hike, but they’ll help you budget smarter to keep looking like a million bucks without spending it.

The Real Cost of a Vacation Glow-Up

Let’s break it down:

• Premium bundles: $400+

• Lash fill: $85+

• Edge control (the good kind): $15+

• Feeling unbothered and flawless while sipping rosé in a silk robe on your balcony? Priceless.

Beauty isn’t just vanity—it’s empowerment. That moment when you catch your reflection and say, “Okayyy, I did that!” is part of what makes the trip magical.

So What’s a Travel Designer Got to Do with It?

We don’t just book trips at Diamond Dreams Travel—we curate whole experiences. That includes the glam side of travel that doesn’t get talked about enough. We get it. We’re women too, and we know a fresh install and fluttery lashes aren’t optional for some—they’re part of the escape.

Let us plan the flawless getaway—so all you have to worry about is whether you’re doing jet-black or 1B this time around.

Ready to Slay & Jet Set?

Whether your style is long and laid or short and snatched, we’re here to make your vacation stress-free and stunning from start to finish. And yes, that includes ensuring you have enough time to hit your stylist before takeoff.

Book your next luxury escape with Diamond Dreams Travel—and let your bundles bounce freely across borders.

Just a heads-up: The price increases on hair extensions and lashes are beginning to show in some markets due to rising global costs and anticipated tariff changes. Not every supplier has raised prices yet, but many stylists and beauty insiders are bracing for it. At Diamond Dreams Travel, we’re keeping an eye on all the glam—and the game—so you’re always travel ready.