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Topic: Beauty

Trend Alert: Beauty beats

Styling by Nadia El Dasher / The National Photography by Tina Chang for The National

Mar 29, 2013

Take a peek at what the beauty world has to offer this season. High voltage nail varnish, the best in floral fragrances and strong skin protection for the summer months. Read Article Trend Alert: Beauty beats

'Halal' nail polish sparks colourful dialogue

Breathable nail polish is said to allow water vapour to penetrate the nail, sparking debate about whether it is suitable for ablutions. istockphoto

Mar 11, 2013

Who knew Inglot's halal-friendly nail polish would cause such a stir? Read Article 'Halal' nail polish sparks colourful dialogue

Just the highlights: Negin Zand's life as hair colourist to the stars

The celebrity hair colourist Negin Zand. Courtesy Negin Zand

Mar 04, 2013

Selina Denman catches up with Negin Zand, an LA-based celebrity colourist. Read Article Just the highlights: Negin Zand's life as hair colourist to the stars

Scents and sensibility: perfumes to suit your star sign

Deanna Fries can decipher your Chinese horoscope and create a fragrance. Antonie Robertson / The National

Mar 01, 2013

The founder of Essence of Chi combines her expertise in Chinese horoscope with that of the French perfumer Sylvain Fourre to create bespoke fragrances.  Read Article Scents and sensibility: perfumes to suit your star sign

 

Luxury hammam ritual shows the benefits of steam power

The luxury hammam ritual room at Sisters Beauty Lounge in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy Sisters Beauty Lounge

Feb 13, 2013

After a luxurious, Moroccan-style hammam that left her feeling the cleanest she's ever been, Hala Khalaf vows to make this a bi-monthly ritual Read Article Luxury hammam ritual shows the benefits of steam power

 

Beauty business an eye-opener for Dubai entrepreneur

Sara Abdulrazak of Sisters Beauty Lounge, believes in working hard now and save money so that she can retire in comfort. Jaime Puebla / The National

Feb 09, 2013

Money and me: Sara Abdulrazak, managing director of the Sisters Beauty Lounge, ventured on the entrepreneurial path with the backing of her mother. Read Article Beauty business an eye-opener for Dubai entrepreneur

 

Katie Trotter: Dare to deviate from your usual make-up habit

Jan 25, 2013

Take a chance and try the 'banana overte' eyeshadow style Read Article Katie Trotter: Dare to deviate from your usual make-up habit

 

Going on a different path at Rixos Royal Spa

Rixos Royal Spa. Courtesy Rixos Hotel

Jan 21, 2013

Lymphatic drainage massage is just the ticket for January's detox needs.  Read Article Going on a different path at Rixos Royal Spa

 

Solutions to soothe the spent

Access to the steam facilities, a foot exfoliation, a body brushing, a scrub, a facial cleansing and massage come before the body massage in the Tension Soother treatment. iStockphoto.com

Dec 17, 2012

We try out a signature treatment at Yas Viceroy's in-house ESPA that's meant to alleviate muscle pain and stress.  Read Article Solutions to soothe the spent

 

Paltrow mixes business with leisure during trip to Dubai

Gwyneth Paltrow in Dubai promoting the Boss fragrance Nuit Pour Femme, which she says is a balance of power and feminity. Courtesy LeoComm

Dec 09, 2012

The mother-of-two made her first trip to Dubai as the ambassador of a fragrance label and managed to squeeze in some sightseeing. Read Article Paltrow mixes business with leisure during trip to Dubai

 

Teen Life: Nothing to turn up your nose at

Dec 09, 2012

I don't know what it is with teenage girls and perfumes; there is something about a little crystal vial that conjures images of Valentine's day and first dates.  Read Article Teen Life: Nothing to turn up your nose at

 

Consultants help clients find their true colours

Janet Small from House of Colour gives a consultation in her studio to our reporter Alice Haine, using colour, tone and shade to enhance Alice's appearance. Christopher PIke / The National

Nov 23, 2012

How to enhance one's appearance with the easiest and most practical of options. Read Article Consultants help clients find their true colours

 

My luxury life: Miriam Quevedo

Miriam Quevedo is the CEO of the Spanish haircare and cosmetics line which shares her name. Courtesy Miriam Quevedo

Oct 25, 2012

Miriam Quevedo is the creator and CEO of the Miriam Quevedo haircare line. She shares details of her luxury life.  Read Article My luxury life: Miriam Quevedo

 

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