H’Hen Niê's team won the main challenge in episode two of The Face Vietnam 2026, Thanh Niên reported on 12 October. Anh Thư questioned the composite-image requirement and selection criteria, while the brand representative explained the decision. H’Hen Niê then retained both Minh Anh and Nông Thị Hằng at elimination. These developments concern one episode. Debate about the choices does not establish overall audience measurements or the season's final result.