How much do essential oils, creams, soaps, and oil perfumes cost in Egypt, and how much should you haggle?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 8 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers say starting prices for oils and cosmetics in Egypt are often inflated, so it’s normal to bargain 40–50% below the first offer. Reported examples include 3 creams plus 3 soaps for $30, marjoram oil for about $25, joint cream for about $35, and 50 ml oil perfume for about $35.
What the community said
In recent shopping runs, travelers mainly picked up shampoos and a few sweets as gifts. Some felt the selection was not especially impressive, so they only bought small souvenirs.
8 days ago shampoos, sweets
Based on traveler experience, in Egyptian shops selling oils, masks, and perfumes you should start bargaining about 40–50% below the first quoted price. Sales pressure can be strong, so it’s smart to compare prices first and come back later.
8 days ago 40–50% bargaining
Popular buys include marjoram oil and jojoba oil: marjoram is often bought for winter cold relief, while jojoba is used for skin and hair. Small perfume bottles are commonly purchased as gifts.
8 days ago marjoram oil, jojoba oil, small perfumes
One traveler shared these example prices: a set of 3 creams and 3 soaps cost $30, joint cream was about $35, marjoram oil around $25, and 50 ml oil perfume about $35. Some shops also offer a deal where buying three fragrances gets you a fourth one free, sometimes in a gift box.
8 days ago $30, $25, $35