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THE RAMADAN EDIT WWW.OHLALAMAG.NET MAY 2020 | ISSUE 106 QR20

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MAY 2020 ISSUE 106

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

WEBSITE DESIGNER & DEVELOPER Ammar Ali

Jayne Houghton

LOCAL EDITOR Anushay Khan

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PRODUCTION MANAGER Neil Mahmood

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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Greg Hughes PUBLISHERS Edward Smith Rami Khalil PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Chirine Halabi

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Qatar – Dar Al Sharq

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ENQUIRIES Editorial: jayne@ohlala-magazine.com | Publisher: edward@ohlala-magazine.com | Publishing Director: chirine@fact-magazine.com Office: +974 4421 3089 | Mobile: +974 3303 3475 No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. All Rights Reserved. The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily the views of the publisher. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication. However, Ohlala Publishing and all of its publications cannot accept legal responsibility for any error, content or omissions.

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CONTENTS Ohlala

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10 SUNSET Editor’s Letter Style Focus Jewellery Edit

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STARS Spa Round-up SERRB lookbook Charlotte Tilbury Interview

76 MOON Lucky Allure Ramadan Deliveries Chic Eats: Benjarong

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DOLCE&GABBANA

EDITOR’S LETTER During the Holy Month we have provided a round-up of some fashion favourites for you as well as a whole host of skin care, hair and beauty secrets for you to enjoy whilst we are still indoors. We are also super thrilled to land an exclusive interview with the biggest name in the beauty industry at the moment with none other than Charlotte Tilbury herself!

With four “official” seasons (fall, spring, resort, and pre fall) and several arbitrary ones in between, the fashion calendar is pretty much impossible to keep up with. Even when you feel like you’ve finally figured out your wardrobe, that period is over, and there’s a whole new round of trends to account for. And for Muslim women who dress modestly, there’s also Ramadan to consider, but, as always we have you covered.

This time always loans time to reflection and I’ve found myself contemplating what I want from my life and career. Not to mention, social distancing which has forced me out of my comfort zone in so many ways. Alone we can do so little, but together, we can do so much! Even the smallest human encounters are special and I’ve found that I’m getting closer to loved ones and catching up with family more. Even though guiding my parents through the realms of video calling and the 21st century has proved interesting at times, it just shows how resilient we all can be when we are in this together.

Wishing you all the blessings of the Holy Month.

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AT H O M E B Y T H E R I T Z - C A R LT O N , D O H A

T H E R I T Z- C A R LT O N R A M A DA N AT H O M E

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Pre-order your epicurean experience and wow your loved ones this upcoming month.

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RAMADAN READY STRIKING A BALANCE BETWEEN TRADITION AND GLAMOUR.

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AMRAPALI

BINA GOENKA

KIMBERLY MCDONALD

CAROLINA BUCCI

OFIRA

YEPREM

Rise & Shine ANITA KO

GLENN SPIRO

Elevated jewellery with fresh and lively designs to carry you from Iftar to Suhoor.

ARA VARTANIAN

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SIES MARJAN

RIXO

ERDEM

Earthly Delights

ROTATE BIRGER CHRISTENSEN

ZIMMERMANN

SAFIYAA

GULT GAIA

ANDREW GN

Emeralds are also the birthstone for May, making this shade the perfect present for all the celebrations this month.

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ALEXANDRE BIRMAN

GUCCI

JACQUEMUS

BOTTEGA VENETA

THE ATTICO

THE ATTICO

SIES MARJAN

Square Up

The trend has taken hold as the fashion girl’s shape of choice across virtually every category of footwear. Step forward into this auspicious month in style.

VERSACE

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GIVENCHY

ALEXANDER WANG

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THE ROW

ELIE SAAB

MARCHESA

A Midsummer Night’s Dream MARIE FRANCE VAN DAMME

RIANNA + NINA

CAROLINA HERRERA

CAROLINA HERRERA

OSCAR DE LA RENTA

MARCHESA

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This Arabic staple is so versatile and comfortable that regardless of the time of day or night, it looks fantastic with heels or flats.

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A TRANQUIL OASIS IN CENTRAL DOHA Al Najada Hotel is a hidden gem, centrally located on a heritage site between Doha’s financial district and Souq Waqif. Blending Qatari heritage and flair with European elegance, this stunning hotel offers the very best Arabian hospitality for those seeking tranquility, comfort and exceptionally friendly service.

Al Najada Hotel, Barahat Al Jufairi Street, Al Najada, Doha, Qatar T: (+974) 4470 4444 | F: (+974) 4470 4445 | alnajada@tivolihotels.com www.ohlalamag.net

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TRUE SPIRIT BRINGING TOGETHER THE WORLD OF FASHION AND ART, SPANISH FASHION HOUSE PURIFICACIÓN GARCÍA HAS CURATED A SPECIAL COLLECTION OF VERSATILE PIECES FOR THE HOLY MONTH OF RAMADAN. The collection’s elegance is amplified by proposing a stunning selection of creative designs, exquisite fabrics, unfolding colourful garments including a playful floral print.

Minimal shapes are the defining traits for the season and the collection’s free-flowing fabrics used offer easy-to-wear glamour - This beautiful collection will be able to carry you from the Ramadan season to your Eid travels - embodying the true spirit of the season.

Highlights of the collection include masterfully embellished calfskin bags from Purificación García’s renown designs such as the Homenaje Acolchado, Bacoli and Varnish bags, as well as pouches, wallets and card holders. These leather goods are available in a colour palette of red, beige, teal, metallic, black and green perfect for special occasions.

The ready-to-wear and accessories collection truly brings out the finest in a woman, making her look and feel empowered and confident in every piece. @purificaciongarcia / purificaciongarcia.co

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BOLD Showstoppers TED BAKER LAUNCHES THEIR EXCLUSIVE MIDDLE EAST COLLECTION AND WE ARE OFFICIALLY IN LOVE. Launched in March 2020, Ted Baker unveiled its latest tailor-made Eid collection. Known for doing things a little differently, Ted’s capsule is exclusive to the Middle East .

With bold showstoppers for any celebration, the elegant nine-piece range is an edited selection of evening gowns, dresses and occasion wear adorned with opulent embellishment and refined detailing.

The collection showcases kaftan shapes, sculptural silhouettes with wide blouson sleeves, and metallic trend fabrics. Gold and black pairings and sculptural hem edges offer luxe elegance, with ditsy daisy lace detailing on hand to provide a delicate floral flourish.

Ted Baker is known for its luxurious occasionwear and the 2020 Eid collection rightfully follows suit. @ted_baker 24

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MODEST FAVOURITES In an effort to keep us all feeling positive and inspired, Ralph & Russo have pulled together below an edit of new looks to explore during Ramadan.

With Iftar and Suhoor invites flooding in, there’s no better time to give your wardrobe a bit of a refresh than the Holy Month.

From floaty kimono shaped dresses to tiered lightweight charmeuse skirts and a range of bold silk pochette scarves to accessorise and get creative with, Ralph & Russo’s Ramadan edit is guaranteed to keep you feeling elegant and on-trend throughout. @ralphandrusso / ralphandrusso.com

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R I C H H E R I TA G E LUXURY MIDDLE EASTERN HANDBAG LABEL NS BY NOOF INTRODUCES RAMADAN 2020 COLLECTION

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S by Noof luxury handbag label by Middle Eastern designer Noof Al Shekar introduced its new collection of artisanal bags for Summer/Ramadan 2020.

The collection was inspired by the opulent Arabian heritage mixing geometric patterns and abstract designs found in ancient architecture with fine jewellery, resulting in wearable pieces of art.

The custom made clutches, minaudières and bags are designed by Noof in her Middle Eastern atelier and made by skilled goldsmiths. Constructed with superior quality materials of exotic skins and Italian leathers, each piece is encrusted with real gemstones and encased in brass dipped in 18k gold and platinum a rich, polished and smooth finish.

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Discover them all and book your stay at mgallery.com Msheireb Downtown Doha | Email: H8395-re@accor.com| Tel: +974 4009 9999

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STEP IN TO

RAMADAN Complete your perfect look from Iftar to sweet family Suhoors in René Caovilla’s curated edit for the Holy Month.

Fascinating floral embroideries, elegant shapes and bright materials make Rene Caovilla’s statement shoes the perfect mix of transparency, glamour and refinement. From romantic bejeweled sandals showered in embellishments to shimmery luxurious sneakers the Caovilla woman is now ready to step into Ramadan without giving up her modern, glamorous and charming attitude. @renecaovilla

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WHEN TRADITION MEETS LUXURY A Collection Of Exquisite Boutique Hotels In One Iconic Destination

Souq Waqif, P.O. Box 3496, Doha, Qatar T : +974 4433 6666 | F : +974 4433 6660 E : souqwaqif@tivolihotels.com | tivolihotels.com www.ohlalamag.net

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S I G NAT U R E STYLE TIFFANY & CO. DEBUTS NEW T COLLECTION, TIFFANY T1 32

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iffany & Co. launches the next chapter of the Tiffany T legacy with the introduction of Tiffany T1. This new evolution of the Tiffany T collection celebrates the iconic ‘T’ motif—featured in the brand’s jewellery designs since the early 1980s. Building on the pioneering motif of a house icon, Tiffany T1 galvanises the belief in extraordinary jewellery to wear every day. Located in the heart of the capital, the 1162,5 square feet boutique space in Villagio Mall redefines the modern luxury retail experience, while embodying the brand’s rich heritage established over 180 years of quality and design excellence. The elegant interior features the brand’s iconic colour Tiffany Blue, a symbol of luxury and style worldwide.

Floors are finished in marble and amazonite whilst custom furnishings inspired by Tiffany’s milestone celebrations fill the space, including a framed portrait of the legendary actress Audrey Hepburn. Textiles are selected for their expressive quality such as the velvet curtains which drape the entrance of the store’s distinctive VIP lounge.

Designed by Reed Krakoff, Tiffany’s chief artistic officer, Tiffany T1 will be unveiled with a year-long series of global launches, beginning with a curated edit of nine 18k rose gold key styles and an exclusive high jewellery necklace in April 2020; 18k white and yellow gold styles will follow in summer 2020. Five of the nine designs are intricately set with radiant Tiffany diamonds. Intended to be worn and become part of your signature style and story, these modern and effortless fine jewelry pieces create a bold yet refined statement. Designed for a woman with a point of view, whatever phase of life the wearer is in: Tiffany T1 is the ultimate piece that people buy for themselves and wear as a symbol of their accomplishments.

“AT TIFFANY, WE BELIEVE THAT LUXURY SHOULD BE EFFORTLESS AND IRREVERENT,” SAID KRAKOFF, “WHILE DESIGNING TIFFANY T1, WE WANTED TO HONOR THE LEGACY OF THE ICONIC ‘T’ MOTIF, BUT ALSO ELEVATE AND MODERNISE IT WITH HAND-SET DIAMONDS IN THE BEVELED EDGES. THROUGH THESE PIECES, WE CONVEY THAT PRECIOUS STONES AREN’T JUST FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS— THEY CAN BE WORN EVERY DAY AS A CELEBRATION OF YOURSELF.”

Tiffany T1 jewellery combines clean lines and graphic forms with new elegantly angular and feminine proportions, and is timelessly elevated with expertly set diamonds. Encircling the wrist, finger or neck, the ‘T’ motif forms an unbroken circle that represents individual strength and selfempowerment. An innovative beveled bar with a subtle clasp is integrated seamlessly on the reverse.

Tiffany T1 launched in April with bracelets and rings in 18k rose gold that are available in wide and narrow widths, including styles with pavé diamonds expertly set by hand in a honeycomb pattern. A striking high jewelry necklace—masterfully set with mixed-cut diamonds is also available. 18k yellow and white gold metalways will launch in June 2020, while bracelets, rings, earrings and pendants set with baguette diamonds will launch in September 2020.

For more information please contact Alfardan Jewellery on 3385 1835 / 3001 5093

#TIFFANYT @TIFFANYANDCO @alfardanjewellery

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A COLOURBLOCK TALISMAN A variation of the iconic Move collection, Lucky Move is inspired by lucky charm medallions and, for the first time in Messika’s history, this new collection is the first of its kind to not use purely diamonds. Instead, the collection is adorned with coloured stones.

A MYSTICAL AND SENTIMENTAL MEDALLION Messika has chosen to give pride of place to semi-precious and organic stones throughout this collection. The talisman now comes in nine different colour variations including, onyx, lapis lazuli, malachite, pink, white, grey mother-ofpear, turquoise, carnelian and ziricote.

This bold move was a creative challenge for Valérie Messika, the daughter of a diamond dealer, who has always stayed true to her gem of choice. ‘I have replaced the gold with an ornamental stone, but it is not faceted like a diamond.

It’s a first, but for this decidedly playful collection designed to bring good luck, adding colour seemed like an obvious choice,’ she says, ‘each shade is based on my favourite colours and the energy they give off.’

Valerie leaned towards rougher and marbled stones, sometimes with unique markings and irregularities, as opposed to her usual choice of pristine diamonds. ‘I immersed myself in the history and story behind these coloured stones, and I found myself fascinated by each of their imperfections which made them more special to me’ tells the Artistic Director of the House who chose to step out of her comfort zone in true Messika fashion.

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Move range, allowing the pieces to be worn as a more dayto-day style. The opulence of the original Lucky Move collection still remains as each piece is set with brilliant diamonds which contrast the gold materials.

As Valerie Messika often states, ‘It is women who instill their own style into jewellery, not the other way round. As a result, they claim the energy of the stones for themselves.’

9 COLOURS - BeYourself Messika has always sought to enhance the natural personality of women. Lucky Move colour allows this personality to shine through each different gem representing a different characteristic or charm. Exhibiting the signature Messika Move design, each gem is surrounded by gold and a trio of moving diamonds.

The concept goes so far as to decode a message, according to one’s favorite colour, like ‘Tell me which colour attracts you the most and I will tell you who you are…’

Starped in gold with a trio of mobile diamonds at its heart, the House’s signature, each gem asserts its character and shows its true colour.

By showcasing her latest colourful collection, Valérie Messika continues to make her own way and assert herself as a free spirit of contemporary jewellery. After all, didn’t Coco Chanel say ‘The best colour in the world is the one that suits you’.

Stylish, sensual and shrouded in mystery, the Lucky Move colour necklaces can be worn alone or combined with other pieces and their unique design allows the medallion to rotate freely on its axis. All medallions can also be personalised and engraved. Borrowing both edgy and poetic accents, Lucky Move breaks the rules.

“For this decidedly playful collection designed to bring good luck, adding colour seemed like an obvious choice.” - Valérie Messika, Founder & Creative Director of Messika MESSIKA collections are available at Ali Bin Ali Luxury.

For more information please call 3348 9381 @messikajewelry alibinali.com @alibinali_luxury

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THE ART of

CREATION MARCO VALENTE HIGH JEWELLERY SHOWCASES THE “elegance of a timeless jewel”.

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arco Valente, jewel designer and artisan, embodies the values of a long family tradition, the passion for the jewellery industry and the culture of goldsmith art.

He is a visionary and profound connoisseur of the high jewellery sector with thirty years experience in the field of jewellery. A highly qualified gemologist with a longtime experience and expertise in the international wholesale market.

A jewellery designer who has been able over the years to give significant and new perspectives to the world of jewellery and precious stones.

Marco Valente High Jewellery new collection is the result of a personal and professional development path based on the continuous search for excellence. Marco Valente resumes a traditional concept of jewel as an object linked to a family anniversary. The creations are conceived as family heirlooms to be handed down from mother to daughter. The new collection is designed and produced to express the brand’s values and creativity. A jewel conceived to be clean, distinguished and essential. The exclusive jewellery creations realised

by Marco Valente are precious objects made with great care and craftsmanship. Innovative design, highquality materials and attention to detail create jewels with clean, elegant lines that emphasize the cut and the sparkle of the diamond.

The Marco Valente High Jewellery’s proposals are characterised by essential design. The style of the entire collection is sober and minimal, coherent with the “Milanese” style. Marco Valente jewels have an ideal weight, not excessively light, to give the object a consistency and strength that allow a long-term durability and life. Shapes are very soft, with extreme attention to fitting and comfort.

Behind all jewels proposed there is an obsessive care in the research of raw materials and manufacturing processes, which rigorously take place in Italian laboratories where the craftsmen are able to combine the most advanced technology and the best processing techniques. The Marco Valente’s expert craftsmen have accurately selected the most precious gemstones and transformed them into unique precious creations.

All jewels are made with exclusive and selected gemstones: white diamonds, D-E-F clarity with a GIA certificate. The combination of a deeply studied design, excellent quality of materials and diamonds give life to timeless pieces that know how to emphasize the feminine sinuosity.

For more information please call +974 33979535 @alibinali_luxury marcovalentehighjewelry.com

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The Maillon de Cartier watch is first and foremost a style. Not too much, not too little, just the perfect centrepiece of a poised wardrobe that plays on the classic codes of the chain-link bracelet whilst reinventing today’s attitudes.

The Maillon de Cartier watch is firstly a gold jewel, but one designed by the Cartier watchmaking studios. A precious watch that resides in the creative watchmaking repertoire of the Maison.

A bracelet whose chain-links are offset and aligned on the bias by Cartier. Well-rounded and opulent, they move in time with the ultra-feminine elegance of the Maillon de Cartier watch.

It all lies in the twist of the lines, this torsion given to the perspective with which the watch’s dial blends. This perspective allows the case and links to entwine themselves in one graphic motion.

Rectangular links, a hexagonal dial, bevelled brancards: the design of the Maillon de Cartier watch invites Cartier’s geometry into its rhythm.

An ambition to structure the watch, from the form of its links to its faceted case, which radicalises the spirit of the watch. Its volume is tangible, angular and delicately confrontational.

A precious collection, the Maillon de Cartier watch unites exceptional jewellery pieces with stones that enhance the design. The dials are inlaid to echo the sequencing of the stones set on the links. The choice of shaded stones in the blue lacquer and tsavorites version adds to the kinetic relief of the watch.

For more information please call Ali Bin Ali Luxury on +974 3312 6036 @cartier @alibinali_luxury

“We wanted to deconstruct the bracelet and transcend its design through a volume approach.

Emotion is in the movement and tension.”Marie-Laure Cérède, Director of Design for Watchmaking www.ohlalamag.net

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BEAUTY RESET WE KNOW THAT SELF-CARE HAS BECOME ONE OF THE TOP ‘TO-DO’ THINGS AND AT OHLALA, WE JUST WANT TO BE THERE FOR YOU AND EMBRACE THE FACT THAT WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. WE’VE COLLECTED A WHOLE HOST OF EXPERTISE FROM A SELECTION OF EXPERTS FROM THE SPA AND WELLNESS INDUSTRY FOR THE ULTIMATE TIPS AND PRODUCTS TO AMP UP YOUR BEAUTY REGIME… LUXURIOUSLY IN FASHION! 40

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CHIC & POSH BEAUTY LOUNGE ALL DAY CARE AFFAIR

STRUGGLING WITH ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION Your number one priority right now whilst we are all in lockdown should be taking care of your mental and physical health. Find little moments of relief throughout the day, get back in touch with yourself and your body and stop spiraling into fear and panic. This helps to pull your attention back to the present moment and to feel more secure.

Keep calm and remind yourself that it is a temporary period of isolation and take some time to pamper yourself at home with these Chic beauty tips.

EYEBROWS AND EYELASH CARE • Brush them regularly: Whenever you find it necessary and especially when you wake up, brush your brows and lashes into place. Use a thin-tooth soft comb to do this.

• Moisturise, Moisturise, Moisturise: Don’t be afraid to do it, the skin under them and around them also needs care.

• Condition your brows and lashes: Use coconut oil to keep them healthy, strong and nourished.

Treat your lashes like they really matter, consider conditioning them a bit in the same way you diligently apply mists, serums, oils and moisturizers to your skin before bed every night.

• To condition and grow your brows: Use castor oil to keep them thicker, longer and shiner.

Massaging a tiny amount of it into the tips of your lashes before bed will have you waking up looking like a Disney princess.

REMOVE MASCARA AND MAKEUP • Take your makeup off every night…but seriously, do it! For the sake of your skin and your lashes, remove that makeup! Remember, lashes are made of hair. Imagine if you used hairspray and dry shampoo without ever shampooing. Bad, right? Let your lashes breathe.

SKIN CARE • Treat your skin gently while at home.

• Wash your face with cold water twice per day.

• Try to add an SPF moisturiser to your daily routine to reduce your chances of premature ageing, sun damage, fine lines and sagging skin.

• Eat plenty of antioxidants and drink a lot of water.

BODY CARE • Exfoliate and rejuvenate your skin with the use of sugar and salt scrubs, or the Moroccan soaps that remove the dull appearance of the skin and make it look more vibrant and youthful.

• Moisturise dry skin! Shea butter remains through centuries the ideal ingredient to soften skin. Use it daily, it does wonders to your dry skin.

HAIR CARE • Use your preferred hair care brand or hair remedies by contacting Chic & Posh for a consultation.

• Start by changing up your hair care routine.

Wash your hair every 2-3 days with warm water to avoid damaging your hair. Over-washing your hair can actually be more harmful for your hair than you realise, and lead to greasier hair!

• Nourish your hair! Use a good quality conditioner to keep your hair and scalp healthy and moisturized.

DIET • Eat right and drink lots! A well-balanced diet is important for all aspects of your health. So, drink plenty of water, and ensure your diet contains foods rich in Vitamin C, A and E, omega-3, zinc and protein.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT CHIC AND POSH BEAUTY LOUNGE ON 4411 4480. @CHICANDPOSHBEAUTY

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DEVARANA SPA, DUSIT DOHA HOTEL DIY DIARIES

This recipe makes 1 cup of scrub and it is so easy to make. This delicious body scrub will only take you 5 minutes to create with a few simple ingredients that you can find in your home. As if that wasn’t good enough, this body scrub is chemical free and perfect for softening dry skin.

The salt gently removes any dead skin whilst the coconut oil makes your skin feel silky smooth.

Give yourself an amazing experience with this homemade peppermint salt scrub brought to you from Devarana Spa, Dusit Doha Hotel.

INGREDIENTS • 4 tablespoons minced fresh mint (about 40 mint leaves) • 1 cup carrier oil such as organic coconut oil or sweet almond oil • 1/2 cup Epsom salts or sea salts

DIRECTIONS Mix all ingredients together in a bowl and spoon into a jar or a container with a lid. It’s as simple as that!

“The salt gently removes any dead skin whilst the coconut oil makes your skin feel silky smooth.”

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT DEVARANA SPA, DUSIT DOHA HOTEL ON 4004 4444

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SPA AND WELLNESS CENTER, FOUR SEASONS HOTEL DOHA STAY F R E S H

Play with your kitchen ingredients to make this fabulous spa treatment. Spa and Wellness Center, Four Seasons Hotel Doha would like to share the body scrub recipe of their ‘Cocolicious Anti-Ageing Body Treatment’ . At their spa they offer this 2 hour treatment that includes full body scrub and massage to maintain flexibility and elasticity of the skin.

INGREDIENTS: Dry coconut Coconut oil Brown sugar

3 tablespoon 3 tablespoon 3 tablespoon

DIRECTIONS: • Mix dry coconut with coconut oil and warm it up for one minute in the microwave.

• Remove from microwave and add brown sugar • Mix well and then it is ready to use!

EXFOLIATION: • Start from your arms and apply the scrub down towards your feet.

• Scrub the product in your skin in circular motion to promote blood circulation.

• Spend more time on the elbow, ankle joints, knee joints where the skin is more coarse.

• Once completed, rinse with a warm shower.

• Conclude your treatment with the application of body lotion.

TOP TIP! If you have a bath tub you can soak yourself in coconut milk for 30 minutes prior to the application of body lotion.

Voila! You’ve just got yourself a Four Seasons Cocolicious Anti-Ageing Body Treatment, your skin will feel smooth, rejuvenated and refreshed.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT SPA AND WELLNESS CENTER, FOUR SEASONS HOTEL DOHA ON 4494 8888 @FSDOHA

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FRANCK PROVOST QATAR COLOURED HAIR DIARIES

TIPS FROM SENIOR STYLIST ALINA It’s important to maintain hair with the correct products - starting from the scalp.

Choose a daily shampoo without a strong pH because the shampoo needs to blend with the natural pH of the scalp, otherwise you will have problems like itching, dry scalp or heavy hair.

Treated or coloured hair needs extra care and you should use an antioxidant shampoo to maintain good and lasting colour.

Longer hair requires regular deep conditioning at the tips which can be achieved with a nourishing hair masque and you’ll get the best results if you leave the product on for at least 10 minutes. Thin, natural or virgin hair also needs extra care from a simple leave -in conditioner.

Finally, massage one drop of oil into the hair ends for more beautiful tresses!

Since the Covid 19 quarantine, the inability to have a hair salon appointment and have our tresses retouched means many are now having to contend with the horror of visible roots and grey hair! Yet the professionals at Franck Provost Qatar says we should not stress and has shared their tips for covering grey hair and maintaining blonde or highlighted hair at home.

TIPS FROM SENIOR STYLIST BASSAM Choosing the right colour to cover grey hairs is crucial. It’s important to ask your hair stylist for your correct colour level so you can avoid complicated colour correction when you get your first salon appointment when the quarantine is lifted.

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only at the roots and, if you don’t see any grey hairs, don’t try to touch the hair up!

Always use colour protecting shampoo and conditioner, such as Bain Chromatique from Kérastase, Serie Expert Vitamino colour from L’Oréal Professional or sulfate free shampoo and conditioner. This will help keep your hair colour shiny and avoid the tones fading.

Don’t forget to moisturise your hair as often as possible especially if you have blonde or highlighted hair and use a deep conditioning masque at least once a week! Avoid washing your hair with hot water because it will make your colour fade faster. Use lukewarm-cold water instead.

If you have blonde hair, it’s important not to try any kind of bleach or hair lighteners at home.

Incorrect use of bleach will damage your hair and you might not achieve your desired results.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT FRANCK PROVOST, SPA AND WELLNESS, FOUR SEASONS HOTEL, DOHA ON 4494 8844. @FRANCKPROVOSTQA

EFOREA SPA, HILTON DOHA THE PEARL RESIDENCES TOTAL BODY CARE

The lovely therapists at Eforea Spa have given you a selection of masks that you can choose to make using ingredients you can source from around your house. Enjoy!

HAIR MASKS Honey and olive oil Ingredients: Mixture of honey and oil at a ratio of 1:1 Directions: Warm the mixture Apply to hair Keep on for 20 minutes Wash and style as normal Aloe vera and apple Ingredients: Aloe Vera juice/gel and a mashed apple at a ratio of 1:1 Directions: Mix together well Apply to hair Keep on for 30 minutes Wash and style as normal Argan Oil Directions: Simply apply warm Argan oil to hair Leave in overnight Wash and style as normal

BODY MASKS Coffee and honey body scrub Ingredients: Coffee Honey Olive/Coconut oil.

Directions: Mix equal amount of coffee and honey 1:1 Add olive oil/ coconut oil to the mixture Gently massage all over your body Rinse in warm water under the shower

Brown sugar and chocolate body scrub Ingredients: 3 spoons of brown sugar 100g of cut chocolate 2/3 spoons of warm olive oil Directions: Mix together well Gently massage all over your body Rinse in warm water under the shower Lime & Oat body scrub Ingredients: Grate the zest on 1 lemon 1-2 spoons of olive oil 1 spoon or raw oats Directions: Mix together well Gently massage all over your body Rinse in warm water under the shower

Directions: Mix well together Keep on for 15 minutes Wash and moisturise as normal Avocado & Oil Eye Mask Ingredients: Mashed avocado and olive oil 1:1 Directions: Mix together well Apply to eye zone Keep on for 30 minutes Wash and moisturise as normal FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT EFOREA SPA ON 4492 4444. @HILTONTHEPEARL

FACE MASKS Egg & Oat Face Mask Ingredients: 1 egg 1 spoon of raw oats 1 teaspoon of honey www.ohlalamag.net

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JEAN LOUIS DAVID BASIC HAIR CARE TRICK

While the world is in lock-down, many face the problem of having to deal with frizzy, grey and even damaged hair alone! Here senior stylists Emma and Sladjana from Jean Louis David Qatar share their easy-to-follow hair homecare tips.

• Use the correct products for your hair type.

There is a shampoo that will suit your hair type whether it is weak, damaged, coloured or thin.

• If you want longer hair make sure that your ends are healthy. Use strengthening shampoos, conditioners and hair masques, such as Kérastase Extensioniste which helps strengthen your hair from roots to tips preventing it from breakage and split ends.

“The salt gently removes any dead skin whilst the coconut oil makes your skin feel silky smooth.”

• Deep condition your hair at least once a week. This will help revive your hair replacing all the oils that have been stripped out. Use a shower cap and leave the masque on for at least 20-30 minutes for the best results.

• Avoid frizzy hair by trying to braid your hair loosely and apply a night serum to avoid frizziness in the morning.

The braids help the serum to penetrate your hair and stop it from rubbing off onto your pillowcase.

• Protect your hair and use heat protecting leave-in conditioners when styling.

This prevents the heat from damaging your hair, plus it adds some shine and leaves a hint of fragrance on your hair. www.ohlalamag.net

PROBLEM: Flakey Scalp

SOLUTION: Coconut oil, sugar, and essential oil mask Flakes are usually caused by falls in temperature or heat in your home. This exfoliating treatment helps remove and reduce flakes. You will need 2 tablespoons of raw unrefined coconut oil, 4 teaspoons of raw sugar, 5 drops of peppermint oil and 2 drops of tea tree oil. Gently massage the oil blend into your hair and scalp for 3 minutes and leave it on while you finish your shower.

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• Wash your hair at least three times a week with warm water. Hot water will weaken your hair and if you have colour treated tresses, the colour will fade faster.

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If you’re looking for alternative hair treatments while you are stuck at home, here’s some DIY hair masks to make.

Hair that won’t grow out SOLUTION: Cinnamon and coconut oil mask Cinnamon helps stimulate blood circulation that promotes hair growth and strength.

Prepare equal parts of coconut oil and cinnamon and blend them well together. Apply the mask onto your roots and part, and massage into your scalp. Let it sit for 30 to 45 minutes and rinse. Repeat the mask at least once a week.

PROBLEM: Greasy Hair

SOLUTION: Egg white and lemon mask Egg whites are rich with enzymes that help remove excess oil. Get a bowl, squeeze half of a lemon and add one egg white. Smooth over hair from roots to ends and leave on for 30 minutes to an hour — in fact, the longer the better. Rinse with lukewarm water, not hot!

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT JEAN LOUIS DAVID, NORTH GATE MALL ON 4481 8438 @JLDQATAR

THE SPA, MANDARIN ORIENTAL DOHA ULTIMATE HAND RITUAL

BB DYNAMIC COMFORT BOOSTER

AH HAND CREAM

The constant hand washing we have all been doing diligently in the last weeks could be harsh on the skin. Indulge your hands with Miriam Quevedo’s at home hand care ritual as the perfect products to renew your skin and provide in-depth hydration available to purchase at The Spa, Mandarin Oriental, Doha. Follow each hand wash with their A-Helix Advanced Renewal Hand Cream. The ultra-hydrating and soothing ingredients such as Rosehip Seed

“A few drops of a Black Baccara Dynamic Comfort Booster to hands before applying your hand cream for an added dose of hydration” Oil, Organic Shea Butter and Aloe Vera maintain the hydro-lipid barrier of the skin and prevent dehydration.

Add a few drops of a Black Baccara Dynamic Comfort Booster to hands before applying your hand cream for an added dose of hydration and repair. Rich in essential ceramide forming lipids, vitamins E and F, Organic Inca Inchi Oil and Supercritical

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE SPA AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL, DOHA ON 4008 8888 @MO_DOHA

AH OVERNIGHT MASK

Rosa Moschata Oil it repairs and strengthens skin’s barrier, while providing maximum hydration and comfort.

Give your hands an overnight treatment with an A-Helix Advanced Renewal Overnight Mask. The powerful combination of active ingredients such as Biologic Protein Plasma, Thermal Water, Vitamin B5 and Organic Aloe Vera provide ultra-repairing and protecting properties to restore the skin’s balance and hydration while you sleep. www.ohlalamag.net

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ESPA, MONDRIAN DOHA LIFESTYLE TIPS

ANXIETY & ENERGY

supports concentration and allay mood swings. Wheat flour is also a surprising energy-sapper so try to minimise the amount of bread, crackers, pastries, cakes and biscuits you eat.

High hopes Dopamine is a chemical produced by the brain that reduces anxiety and enhances feelings of pleasure, focus and calm. To optimise this natural high, put apples, watermelons, almonds, natural yogurt, beans, eggs and meat at the top of your shopping list and watch out for excess sugar, caffeine and stress, all of which can suppress dopamine production.

Stand tall Posture has a powerful effect on both mood and energy. Slouching cuts off the flow of energy and makes breathing less effective. If you stand up straight, draw your shoulders back and breathe in deeply, you’ll feel the benefits both to your mood and your energy levels.

2-Minute yoga This is Mondrian Doha’s very best reboot tip.

Simply take a tennis ball, and then. against a wall, roll it up your spine, from between your shoulders to that little indentation at the base of your skull. Then roll it from side to side along the base of the skull. It’s called the occipital ridge and is full of acupressure points, which may be why it releases so much stress and pressure.

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“Peppermint and Eucalyptus essential oils work wonderfully together in our energising range to swiftly enliven and energise.”

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT ESPA, MONDRIAN DOHA ON 4045 5555 @MONDRIAN_DOHA

All in the mind Peppermint and Eucalyptus essential oils work wonderfully together to swiftly enliven and energise, while Rosemary helps focus the mind so, when spa clients say they just feel the need for a reboot, this is the blend we’ll recommend. The proof is in the pudding.

Mondrian Doha’s experts and clients report a real improvement in mental focus and clarity, as well as a lift in spirits, enhanced optimism and positivity. Try using their Energising range if you’re feeling sluggish.

Fats are good Well, some fats. A diet rich in healthy fats, (along with high fibre foods and complex carbs) will help you avoid energy peaks and troughs – which also makes it easier to control your weight. Healthy fats include: extra virgin olive oil, grass-fed butter/ghee, avocados, coconut (oil, flesh, milk), whole nuts and seeds and sugar-free nut butters.

Mind full or mindful Mindfulness is a global, billion-dollar business and the biggest story in health and wellness for decades. With good reason.

Mindfulness is, quite simply, living in the present. Being in the here and now, focused only on what can be changed today. It’s a state of mind that grounds us, making us more productive and helping to restore mental and physical equilibrium.

NAILS QATAR OBSESSED WITH NAILS

While the whole world is practicing social distancing, our nails made not be on show as much as usual but they still need to be cared for in readiness for Post-Covid life. Here Beauty experts from Nails, Qatar’s multi-awardwinning beauty salon, share their tips on how to maintain your nails at home.

If you weren’t able to remove your extensions and shellac manicure before the quarantine was imposed, you might be feeling anxious now but don’t worry - you can remove them at home!

NAIL CARE DO’S: • File your nails to the shortest possible length.

• Always keep your nails moisturised with hand creams and lotion. Frequent hand washing and hand sanitizer use causes dryness.

• Nourish with nail oils. Rub it into both your cuticles and nails for better results.

NAIL CARE DON’TS: • Do not use nail clippers to cut nail extensions as this will traumatize your natural nails.

• Do not leave your natural nails long if you have grown your nail extensions as they will break and split if you bump into things.

• It’s very important that you don’t force removal of your nail extensions. Picking the product off will also catch the top layer of your nail plate which will weaken your nails.

• Do not try to remove gel or shellac polish by peeling it off! File the shine off the gel or shellac polish, place a cotton with acetone on your nails then wrap them in aluminum foil. Wait for 20- 30 mins.

If there is still some remaining polish, repeat the wrap and wait a few more minutes. Use a wooden stick to push the product away from your nails.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT NAILS QATAR ON 4416 3348 @NAILSQATAR

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N.BAR 7 TIPS FOR HEALTHIER NAILS AT HOME!

We are living in a very challenging time! The responsibility of grooming yourself has fallen completely in your own hands. When it comes to taking care of your nails, getting a manicure done is certainly not the only option.

There are ways through which you could make your nails healthy, let them grow faster and stronger. Let us make use of the Quarantine phase to pamper and enhance ourselves as well as our nails!

TIP 1: Take care of your cuticle area.

Cuticles are very delicate and get ruptured easily.

Taking good care of your cuticles will ensure you don’t get hangnails. When your cuticle area is dry, make sure you moisturise them. Avoid cutting your cuticles, try trimming and pushing them back.

TIP 2: Use a moisturiser.

Dry and flakiness is as bad for your nails as they are for your skin. Moisturise your hands and feet regularly to keep them fresh and strong. Choose from a range of hand creams or cuticle oils/ creams to keep your nails healthy and shiny.

TIP 3: Exfoliate hands and feet once a week.

Exfoliating and scrubbing your hands and feet will make sure the dead skin cells are removed.

Exfoliating helps if you are someone with dry skin. Try out a mixture of sugar, lemon and olive oil. Leave it on for 10-15 mins, rinse, dry and enjoy the sight of fresh-looking hands!

nail tools are periodically washed and sanitised.

Make sure that your nails don’t grow too long as that makes it easier for the dirt to accumulate below the nails. Apply natural disinfectants on your nails like tea tree oil to keep the bacteria away and protect your nails from germs.

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Buff, Shine and Trim your nails regularly.

Take out some time every few weeks to trim your nails and shape them in a manner you like.

It’s best to trim your nails in a straight line & give shape to your nails with a filer.

Wanting to grow your nails? Dip them in lemon juice!

The Vitamin C in lemons facilitate the healthy growth of nails, they also help in removing yellow nail stains since it acts as a bleaching agent. Mix and heat the solution of 1 tbsp. lemon juice with a tbsp of olive oil, soak your nails in the mixture for 10 mins. Do this everyday for optimum results.

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Avoid biting your nails.

Biting your nails causes a lot of damage. In

addition to making your nails look bad, the contact with your saliva makes them weak and brittle. It also harms your cuticles. This habit leads to multiple bacterial infections that slow down the growth of the skin and nails in that area.

Let us all make an effort to transform ourselves during this phase! Nothing would make us more happy than to see you in your most beautiful and healthy state. The team at N.BAR look forward to welcoming you back as soon as possible! They may be closed, but they are closer than ever. Stay connected with their latest Quarantine Beauty tips.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT N.BAR ON 4020 6408 @NBARQATAR

THE RITZ-CARLTON SPA - THE RITZ-CARLTON DOHA FOCUSING ON YOUR BEAUTY SLEEP

With our daily routines and activity levels disrupted during isolation, one of the main side effects we are all facing is sleep disruption. With many of us now wide awake in the early hours of the morning and falling asleep in front of the TV during the day, it is safe to say our body clocks are in need of a little maintenance.

Having a good restful sleep, apart from the proven benefits of improving the immune system, decreasing depression, weight loss, and assisting overall general health, it also plays a vital part in our skins health. Without the correct length of sleep it is not uncommon to see skin dehydration, loss in collagen, acne, psoriasis, skin allergies, dullness of the skin and of course those famous dark circles around the eyes.

Your skin’s sleep care routine consists of three stages:

THE FIRST 3 HOURS THE HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE WILL BE PRODUCED REPAIRING YOUR SKIN FROM DAILY DAMAGE AND KEEPING YOUR SKIN YOUNG AND RADIANT.

THE MIDDLE TWO HOURS MELATONIN IS INCREASED WORKING AS AN ANTIOXIDANT AND PROTECTING THE SKIN FROM ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE.

THE FINAL THREE HOURS THIS IS WHERE YOUR SKINS DEEPEST RECOVERY TAKES PLACE AND YOUR STRESS HORMONE IS REDUCED.

TIPS FOR A PERFECT NIGHTS SLEEP: Prepare your bedroom: • The optimal room temperature for a good night’s sleep is 16 degrees Celsius.

• Increase light exposure during the day, and block out all light in the bedroom at night so that your sleep pattern is in line with your daily routine.

• Make sure your bed is comfortable.

• Try to eliminate noise in your bedroom.

• Remove all computers/phones or tablets, TV and electrical items from the bedroom.

• Avoid using electrical items at least 2 hours prior to bedtime.

• Have a warm bath using ESPA Soothing Bath Oil and then apply ESPA Soothing Body Oil and light the ESPA Soothing Candle to enhance your relaxed state.

• A calming, rhythmic sound can help you to go to sleep, so visualize sitting on a beach with gentle waves breaking on the shore.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa Doha is now delivering ESPA & Natura Bisse products to your home.

Experts are available to assist with your beauty queries and orders. With Free Delivery, and a Gift with every purchase you can stay safely at home whilst looking after your skin’s health.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE RITZ-CARLTON SPA DOHA ON 5517 6131 @RITZCARLTONDOHA

Food: • Try to eat your last meal at least 3 hours before going to sleep.

• Avoid caffeine during the day (or certainly late afternoon/evening) and try to replace with herbal tea e.g. chamomile and decaffeinated coffee.

• Try and eat little and often rather than having one big meal.

• Avoid food such as cheese, fizzy drinks, sweets, cookies and alcohol before bedtime.

• Ensure you drink at least 8 glasses of water per day, dehydration is a common cause of interrupted sleep.

Bedtime: • Try and set a regular bedtime and wake up at the same time every day.

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ROOTS QATAR HEALTHY HAIR, DEFINITELY TAKING CARE

The Secrets You Need to Know from Roots Qatar • For dry hair use a banana nourishing mask for dry hair - by mixing one egg yolk, a teaspoon of honey and one whole ripe banana - mix and add to your hair for 30 minutes and then rinse with shampoo, warm water and conditioner.

• You need to trim your hair regularly and use protein-rich products to build your hair back to strength. Olaplex is a brilliant product as well as the Kérastase Resistance Range to help you achieve this result that results in lesser split-ends.

• You need to use moisture-rich products to soften your hair if you’re hoping to improve the rough texture of your hair. The Kérastase Nutritive and Discipline range is amazing for this and also the Elixir Oils are fantastic for daily use.

• For fine hair try the Kérastase Densifique Range, which will make your hair feel thicker and fuller.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT ROOTS QATAR ON 4411 4463 @ROOTSQTR

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Roots Qatar delivery service has proved to be very popular and it is great to see most women are spending more time on themselves because the masks are flying off the shelves like hotcakes.

One of the most popular in-house treatments is the Kérastase Fusio-Dose, which consists of the highest performance molecules that gives you the instant results. This treatment is for all hair needs and is now available for use at home and comes as a kit of 4 treatments. If you want some shine to your hair then order from the Elixir Ultime Range that contains a host of rich and intense oils that deeply penetrate your hair that leaves it replenished, vibrant and shiny. Give your hair some much needed love and a break from using any heat on their hair. What you need to do is wash your hair less and let the natural oils come through. If you have run out of conditioner, then try putting coconut oil in your hair and sleep with it on overnight.

“If you have run out of conditioner, then try putting coconut oil in your hair and sleep with it on overnight.”

THE SPA, AL JASRA BOUTIQUE HOTEL MASK-ING IT ALL

FACIAL SCRUB Exfoliating treatments such as Facial Scrub are perfect to give you a gorgeous glow. Try this DIY natural facial scrub, its ingredients will give powerful benefits to your skin.

Benefits: Sugar- it exfoliates the skin and has antibacterial properties and glycolic acid that keeps your skin radiant and healthy.

Lemon - a good astringent and contains antioxidants Coconut Oil - reduces inflammation, moisturized the skin and has an antimicrobial property.

Ingredients: • 1 cup brown sugar • ½ fresh lemon & zest • ¼ cup coconut oil Instructions: • Zest lemon and place the lemon zest into small glass bowl. Cut lemon and squeeze the juice into the zest. Remove any seeds from the juice.

• Warm the coconut oil. Add the oil and stir together until it’s well blended.

• Add 1 cup of sugar and stir until well-combined.

If a ‘grainier’ sugar scrub is preferred, add more sugar.

FACIAL MASK Facial Mask is an excellent way to pull out skin impurities. Try this mixture to soothe and hydrate your skin.

Ingredients: • 2 teaspoons oatmeal • 1 teaspoon honey • 2-3 teaspoons milk Instructions: • Blend 2 teaspoon of oatmeal to make it powdery and then place it in a small bowl.

TIPS FOR RAMADAN STAY CLEAR FROM MAKEUP. A GREAT TIME FOR THE SKIN TO TAKE A BREAK AND LET YOUR SKIN BREATH. • Mix 1 teaspoon of honey.

• Add 2 tablespoons of milk to the mixture until well-combined.

• Apply onto your face & neck and leave it for 15-20 mins.

• Then rinse it with warm water.

Benefits: Oatmeal is a natural cleanser. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help to treat dry skin and remove dead skin cells. Honey on the other hand is a natural antibacterial, so it’s great for acne treatment and prevention. It also slows down aging because of its antioxidant property. Milk helps boost the skin collagen, it is rich with lactic acid that tightens and smoothens the skin.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT SOUQ WAQIF BOUTIQUE HOTELS ON 4433 6666 @TIVOLISOUQWAQIF

DRINK AT LEAST EIGHT GLASSES OF WATER BETWEEN IFTAR AND SUHOOR. AVOID SODA OR SUGARY BEVERAGES. INFUSED WATER IS BENEFICIAL AS IT FLUSHES TOXINS IN YOUR BODY.

CLEANSE, EXFOLIATE, AND TONE A SKINCARE REGIMEN THAT SHOULD BE PART OF YOUR DAILY ROUTINE. A THREE EASY STEP FOR A HEALTHY AND CLEARER SKIN.

SNACK ON SUPERFOODS. THESE ARE BLUEBERRIES, KIWI, SALMON, OATMEAL AND AMONG OTHERS. THESE SUPERFOODS ARE RICH IN VIT. A, C AND E THAT HELPS IN THE REGENERATION OF THE SKIN.

SUNSCREEN. IT’S VERY IMPORTANT TO PROTECT OUR SKIN FROM THE UV RAYS OF SUN THAT CAUSES SKIN DAMAGE, WRINKLES AND CANCER. YOU CAN USE SPF 30 AS IT BLOCKS 97% UVB RAYS.

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SERRB SPRING/SUMMER 2020 COLLECTION FOR THIS SEASON, SERRB INTRODUCES THEIR SPRING/SUMMER 2020 COLLECTION PRESENTING DESIGNS INSPIRED BY THE DYNAMIC SPIRIT OF MOROCCO, CATERED FOR THE WARM SUMMER DAYS AND THE AUSPICIOUS SEASON OF RAMADAN. WITH A FOCUS ON CONTEMPORARY STYLES, THE SPRING/SUMMER DESIGNS EXHIBIT A SENSE OF RELAXED FEMININITY WITH MINIMAL SILHOUETTES IN LIGHT, FLOWY FABRICS. TAKING FORM IN DRESSES AND FLOOR LENGTH JACKETS TIED TOGETHER WITH TWISTED BELTS OF ROPE, THIS COLLECTION EMBRACES REFINED SOPHISTICATION. INCORPORATING AN ELEMENT OF FRINGES AND TASSELS HIGHLIGHT A MOROCCON APPROACH TO DETAILING. STAYING TRUE TO THE INSPIRATION, THE COLLECTION FLOWS INTO CLASSIC RAMADAN SILHOUETTES OF KAFTANS AND ABAYAS WITH HINTS OF TASSELS ILLUSTRATING A CONTEMPORARY LOOK, FINISHED WITH AN ARABIAN TOUCH. A NEUTRAL COLOUR PALETTE DRAWN FROM THE DESERT FEATURES SHADES OF SAND, SALT AND BLACK, WHICH SEAMLESSLY FUSES WITH PASTEL HUES OF OASIS BLUE, DESERT SKY, WILDFLOWER, DUSTY ROSE AND DUNE PINK. WHILE BLENDING IN GOLD SHIMMER FOR AN ELEGANT TOUCH. STAYING AUTHENTIC TO SERRB’S ETHOS, THE SPRING/SUMMER 2020 COLLECTION IS AN EXAMPLE OF CLEAN LINES AND MINIMAL DETAILING COMPLEMENTED WITH REFINED TAILORING.

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CREATIVE COSMETICS

JAYNE HOUGHTON delves into the world of the founder and chief creative officer of eponymous makeup and skincare brand, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Ltd. as we talk exclusively to the biggest name in the beauty industry CHARLOTTE TILBURY for the ultimate glow-up advice.

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BEAUTY Insight Tell us a little bit about yourself and three things that people do not know about you?

Darling, thank you so much for the opportunity to reach out to the amazing Charlotte Tilbury Beauty community in Arabia! We love the Middle East! I can’t wait to visit once again and see all your gorgeous faces. I have been working as a celebrity makeup artist to some of the world’s most famous, beautiful and inspirational women for over 27 years—from Salma Hayek to Amal Clooney, Kate Moss, Gigi Hadid, Kim Kardashian and so many more—I love to share my magic makeup and skincare secrets with everyone around the world!

Three things people may not know about me are: • I grew up in bohemian Ibiza, so I have always been mesmerised by the magical power of crystals. I carry them with me everywhere and I have them all over my home, in my office and in my car. When I launched my NEW! Magic Serum Crystal Elixir, I wanted to ensure that my expert, science-powered formula captured not only the latest innovations in technology and the best of modern biocosmetic science, but also the spiritual and mythical power of crystals. I believe that crystals are like natural beauty filters, so my serum contains Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Crystal Quartz, Moonstone and Ruby!!

• My very first product was my award-winning, iconic Magic Cream, which was actually named by all of the actors, actresses, supermodels and starlets who had seen the magic for themselves and knew that Magic Cream was Magic Skin! I first began mixing it backstage at shows during fashion week to transform models’ tired, dull skin before makeup and it became known as an ‘instant miracle turnaround cream’.

• I always go to bed with a smokey bedroom eye. My husband has never seen me without makeup!

What would be your number one natural beauty tip/hack that you do first thing in the day/ morning?

Positive Thinking: I wake up on a mission every day to make beauty dreams come true. I always think positively and live my life by my positive mantras like ‘dare to dream it, dare to believe it, dare to do it’.

The power of positive visualisation can help you achieve anything!

Cleanse + Hydrate: After a hot water with lemon to hydrate my body, I begin my skincare routine with my Goddess Cleansing Ritual, which contains Lemon, Rose and Bergamot oils to uplift and energise. It’s the perfect way to start every day! I notice my skin looks more radiant in seconds – and ready for ritual two, my purifying charcoal cleanse.

This skin purifier draws out impurities, helping to unblock pores and eliminating excess oiliness.

How should we keep our skin hydrated during Ramadan amidst the rising temperatures in the Middle East from 35-50 degrees Celsius?

Darlings, it is so important to have a skincare routine that will lock in moisture and deeply, intensely hydrate your skin. My NEW! Magic Serum Crystal Elixir is like a constant drink for your complexion! It is infused with a magic matrix of ingredients including Polyglutamic Acid—a hydration powerhouse that is four times more hydrating than Hyaluronic Acid! After one hour, skin hydration levels are boosted by 172%*!

I always lock in my magic serum with Magic Cream. Magic Cream is Magic Skin! It is a world-famous favourite, a little pot of the magic dew

of youth and luminosity. I am never without it; it gives me the perfect glowing base and keeps skin hydrated for up to 24 hours.

Another thing to consider in rising heat is foundation. My Airbrush Flawless Foundation is the perfect base for warmer climates as it is a stay-all-day, full coverage natural matte formula, blended with skinsmoothing REPLEXIUM® to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, MossCellTec™ No. 1 to boost HYDRATION by up to +216%** and AirCool™ for an instant fresh feel on the skin^! I always apply it from the centre of the face outwards using a Hollywood Complexion Brush to create a flawless, poreless, perfected base. * Observed in clinical tests on 31 women & men ages 18-80 over 8 weeks ** Tested on 30 men and women. ^ Tested on 311 men and women over 8 weeks.

Are there any facial exercises or application techniques that you would recommend, such as your Magical Tilbury tapping?

I have always intuitively used facial massage to energise the skin. We have 45 muscles in our face, and massage can really help target and relieve tension in the jaw, forehead and neck. When applying my Magic Cream, I always use my signature Tilbury Tap, which stimulates circulation, boosts lymphatic drainage and boosts glow!

To create a unique facial massage for my NEW! Magic Serum Crystal Elixir, I worked with globally-renowned aesthetician Georgia Louise Vassanelli. Begin your facial massage by taking 4-6 drops of the product, then press it into the skin. First massage along the facial contours upwards and outwards, then, inspired by Swedish massage, use a SHIMMERING WAVE motion to introduce the product to the skin.

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BEAUTY Insight Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream is an innovative, award-winning, best-selling moisturiser that was originally created backstage to instantly prep and transform the look of models’ skin before fashion shows and it has become iconic within the industry. One pot is sold worldwide every two minutes. What makes this formula so incredible?

My award-winning Charlotte’s Magic Cream moisturiser is loved by supermodels, stars, entrepreneurs, CEOs and icons around the world!

It’s an iconic, science-powered, intensely-hydrating moisturiser with a unique blend of oils and ingredients which I call the Magic 8, including BioNymph Peptide, Hyaluronic Acid, Camellia Oil, Rosehip Oil, Shea Butter, Frangipani Flower Extract and Vitamins C + E. Magic Cream is Magic Skin! I am never without it; it gives me the perfect, plumplooking, glowing base for makeup!

What product(s) should every woman have in their beauty bag?

For the most flawless, poreless-looking, matte radiant complexion, everyone needs my Airbrush Flawless Foundation! For any areas which need more coverage, I use my best-selling Magic Away Liquid Concealer –this is the HOLY GRAIL of concealers –journalists have called it SPANX FOR THE UNDER EYES! It is my secret weapon for all of your skin wishes. To set and perfect that base, my Airbrush Flawless Finish powder creates the most gorgeous, soft-focused filtered effect. It is so finely milled it glides on like silk!

When it comes to eyes, I am often referred to as the Queen of the Smoky Eye –I always carry a palette like my best-selling Bella Sofia or my globally-loved Pillow Talk Instant Eye Palette. All of my smokey eye looks are all about easy to use, easy to choose eye magic, with seductive, molten textures, eye-brightening tones and contouring smoke shades, it really makes your eyes POP! I also always carry my Feline Flick to elongate and enlarge the appearance of my eyes and lashings and lashings of my Full Fat Lashes mascara.

My iconic Feline Flick liquid eyeliner is also now available in a NEW!

shade—Super Brown, for a sultry, smouldering softer alternative to black!

For lips, it’s all about a fuller-looking perfect nude-pink pout! Everyone needs my award-winning iconic, Pillow Talk Lip Cheat and Matte Revolution lipstick for a perfect pillow-y pout in their makeup bag. It’s on everyone’s lips and is now available in two new deeper, sweeter shades for medium and deep skin tones!

How would you describe the woman who uses Charlotte Tilbury products?

The thing I admire most about women in the Middle East is how they really understand the power of makeup. Like everyone who adores Charlotte Tilbury products, Arab women are just so passionate about makeup and they also share my desire for the BEST! They really embrace beauty and are always wanting to recreate the latest beauty trends –from mesmerising smokey eyes to fabulous bold colours on the lips! I have met so many beautiful women whilst visiting the Middle East, and each of them have incredible makeup skills –their looks are just so fabulous!

Tell us about any projects on the horizon for Charlotte Tilbury.

There are so many magical products to come in the next year -I always think limitlessly and DREAM BIG, challenging myself and my amazing New Product Development team to produce the most innovative, ground-breaking and game-changing products in skincare and makeup! I can’t wait for you all to discover the powerful, glowboosting, confidence-charging products to come!

I have also just launched my NEW! Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir.

It’s like a serum for your lips! Blending the power of a serum with the comfort of an oil, this magic SUPERCHARGED, SCIENCEPOWERED lip oil can be used day or night to give you hydrated, luscious, volume-boosted lips! @ctilburymakeup / @ctilburymakeuparabia / charlottetilbury.com

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“I have always intuitively used facial massage to energise the skin. We have 45 muscles in our face, and massage can really help target and relieve tension in the jaw, forehead and neck.�

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BEAUTY CALENDAR Taking care of your skin, hair, nails and your body calls for some extra effort during Ramadan. Here is our 30 day checklist to have you feeling great from head-to-toe.

Day 1: Prepare your skin Use moisturiser on a daily basis, something that will hydrate and protects your skin all day long.

Day 2: Shield yourself from the sun If you need to go outside during the day be sure to use sunscreen, however try to avoid long spells in the sun as UV rays can cause skin damage.

Day 3: Take a proper diet ‘You are what you eat’ and this holds true during Ramadan too, so don’t overeat while having Iftar, and make sure you’re enjoying antioxidant rich foods too.

Day 4: Find a gentle cleanser Since our skin is constantly exposed to dust, pollution and extreme temperature, it is necessary to use a gentle cleanser that works lightly to refresh the skin’s surface.

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Day 5: Eye care Don’t forget to take care of the area around your eyes to prevent dark circles forming by using a specific eye cream which will promote brightness and stimulate the synthesis of collagen.

Day 6: Go makeup free Allow your skin to breathe and your pores to take a break. Try it out for one day and realise how beneficial it can be.

Day 7: Hydrate Drink plenty of water and natural fresh juices.

Your skin and body may not be receiving normal hydration and nutrition benefits while fasting.

Day 8: Watch what you’re drinking!

Avoid drinking carbonated or sugary beverages like soda, as well as caffeine as these too can cause dehydration.

Day 9: Aim for a perfect skin To achieve flawless and radiant skin why not try out a natural face mask using natural ingredients around your home.

Day 10: Stay hydrated Because of dehydration during fasting, your skin will benefit from a moisturising body lotion. Use it after the shower as the skin absorbs it more effectively at this time.

Day 11: Use light makeup removers Why not take this opportunity to trial one of the latest micellar water brands you’ve been ogling. Your skin will thank you!

Day 12: Lips Your lips should be moisturised at least three to four times every day to maintain hydration.

Our editor swears by carmex to keep her lips looking plump and crack-free.

Day 13: Hair does care Your hair can’t be neglected. Keep it moisturised and treated with products that revitalise your hair and keep it looking healthy, shiny and silky.

Day 14: Nail it with strength Your nails are worth the care. Use a natural oil such as coconut or olive oil to replenish, soften and banish those cuticles.

Day 15: Brushing Think twice before you choose your brush after showering.Invest in a specific detangling brush that can lessen breakage up to 45%.

Day 16: Hair growth Promote a healthy scalp by rinsing your hair with cold water at the end of your washing regime. This will help decrease hair fall.

Day 17: Exfoliate No need for harsh exfoliates or lots of scrubbing.

Ingredients like coconut oil and sugar around the house will do the job effectively and gently.

Day 18: Get enough sleep Lack of sleep won’t just make you feel irritable but it can lead to weight gain, depression, anxiety, hormone imbalance and skin problems.

Make a commitment to resting up!

Day 19: Pamper your hands Invest in some spa gloves for you to enjoy a pampering session in the comfort of your home using essential oils and intensive moisturisers.

Day 20: What about your feet!

You can still feel beautiful with an at-home spa day by soaking your feet in epsom salts that soften the skin on your toes, soles and heels.

Day 21: Keep it special Add a touch of magic to your hair with a hydrating hair mask that repairs your hair.

Leave it overnight for added benefits!

Day 22: Look after your health For some people, any digestion issues show up straight away on their face. Eating plenty of leafy greens can help turn things around.

Day 23: Rejuvenation Always apply a dedicated night time cream before you fall into the land of slumber.

Day 24: Peel off Now is the chance to try one of those purifying black peel off masks that rids the skin of impurities such as dead skin cells and blackheads, drawing dirt and excess oil out of the pores.

Day 25: Hair Removal Why not invest in the latest hair removal to remove unwanted hairs to have you forever feeling fuzz- free.

Day 26: Use the right products If you’re skin is lacking elasticity ensure you use a cream dedicated to your skin type, such as anti-ageing to assist those pesky wrinkles and plump up the collagen levels in lacklustre skin.

Day 27: Pamper your hair Play with those straighteners that are probably in the back of your beauty bag. You can have fun with a variety of styles, not just straight but curls.

Day 28: Follow your guts Find out what works for you be it physical, ritual or even spiritual to ensure you are balanced in your life.

Day 29: Get Ready Whilst your hair is towel dried, plait it and leave it overnight to give you effortless beach waves in the morning. Apply a serum to banish any frizz.

Day 30: Go Glam Don’t hesitate to stock up on your favourite beauty products and make the most of an online shopping experience.

Ramadan Rituals CREATE AN INVITING HOME AMBIANCE WITH THE LUXURIOUS PRIVATE COLLECTION FROM RITUALS. SELECT YOUR PREFERRED FRAGRANCE AND CHOOSE FROM THE WIDE VARIETY OF RITUALS HOME PRODUCTS PERFECT FOR EVERY HOME THIS RAMADAN. ENCASED IN THE BRAND’S SIGNATURE GLASS BOTTLES PERFUME D’INTERIEUR, ALLOWS YOU TO CREATE AN INVIGORATING AMBIENCE AT ANY MOMENT OF THE DAY, AVAILABLE IN: SWEET JASMINE, IMPERIAL ROSE, ORIENTAL VETIVER, ORRIS MIMOSA, SAVAGE GARDEN, GREEN CARDAMOM, WILD FIG, BLACK OUDH AND PRECIOUS AMBER. STYLE YOUR HOME WITH THE LUXURIOUS FRAGRANCE STICKS, A SUBTLE AND NATURAL WAY TO FRAGRANCE YOUR HOME. RITUALS OPULENT FRAGRANCE STICKS WILL STYLISHLY SCENT EACH OF YOUR ROOMS FOR UP TO 6 WEEKS. THE DIFFUSERS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING SCENTS: SWEET JASMINE, IMPERIAL ROSE, ORIENTAL VETIVER, ORRIS MIMOSA, SAVAGE GARDEN, GREEN CARDAMOM, WILD FIG, BLACK OUDH AND PRECIOUS AMBER. LIGHTEN UP YOUR LIVING SPACE WITH A PRIVATE HOME COLLECTION CANDLE AND EXPERIENCE ONE OF THE NINE FRAGRANCES FOR UP TO 60 HOURS BURNING TIME. THE CANDLES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE SAME SCENTS AS THE FRAGRANCE STICKS SO YOU CAN COORDINATE YOUR ROOM CANDLE AND REEDS, OR MIX AND MATCH BASED ON DIFFERENT AREAS OF THE HOME. BRING A TOUCH OF ELEGANCE TO RAMADAN AND EID OCCASIONS WITH RITUALS PRIVATE HOME COLLECTION.

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ENCAPSULATING GIORGIO ARMANI’S VISION OF BEAUTY, LUMINOUS SILK FOUNDATION CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY, AND WITH IT TWO DECADES OF A NATURAL, FLAWLESS LOOK AND A PERFECTED, SILKY GLOW. THE ICONIC LUMUNOUS SILK FOUNDATION TAKES INSPIRATION FROM CHARMEUSE SILK. WITH A WEIGHTLESS TEXTURE, ITS TRANSLUCENT FINISH REVEALS THE COMPLEXION’S INNER LIGHT. MARKING THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OCCASION, GIORGIO ARMANI EXPANDS THE LUMINOUS SILK RANGE INTRODUCING LUMINOUS SILK MULTI-PURPOSE CONCEALER. THE NEW VERSATILE CONCEALER, INFUSED WITH THE SIGNATURE LUMINOUS SILK RADIANCE, CONCEALS, HIGHLIGHTS OR ERASES FOR A FLAWLESS RESULT. PRESENTED IN TWENTY SHADES, THERE IS A LUMINOUS SILK MULTI-PURPOSE CONCEALER TO SUIT EACH SKIN TONE AND UNDERTONE. 70

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DEEP, LONG-LASTING, YET INTENSELY COMFORTABLE COVERAGE; THE WICKEDLY BOLD RED TO NUDE SHADES OF L’ABSOLU ROUGE RUBY CREAM CONTAIN UP TO 25% MORE PIGMENT, TO DELIVER THE MOST INTENSE COLOUR PAY-OFF EVER. MADE-TO-MEASURE FOR THE WOMAN ON-THE-GO, WHO’S NEVER AFRAID TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD. LIPSTICK JUST GOT MORE POWERFUL. IT’S YOU – BUT BETTER. IT’S YOU – BUT BOLDER.

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HEALING CRYSTALS, GEMS AND MINERAL STONES HAVE BECOME PART OF THE WIDER WELLBEING TREND; A MOVEMENT IN WHICH ANCIENT MYSTICISM MEETS MODERN DAY LIFE. INSPIRED BY THIS TREND, THE NEW L’ABSOLU ROUGE RUBY CREAM BECOMES THE FIFTH FINISH IN THE L’ABSOLU ROUGE STORY. NOW, LIPSTICK BECOMES A PRECIOUS STONE AS RUBY COLOURS ARE INFUSED WITH A GEMENRICHED FORMULA – THEN DELIVERED IN A DESIGN JEWEL-SHAPED BULLET TOPPED BY A GEM-FACETED CAP.

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ENOWNED FOR PUSHING THE MAKEUP BOUNDARIES WITH EXTREME TEXTURES FROM MATTE TO LUMINOUS SATIN, LANCÔME CONTINUES TO MAKE A WIDE RANGE OF SHADES THEIR SIGNATURE, SO THAT EVERY WOMAN CAN FIND HER MATCH. NOW, DESIGN MEETS FUNCTIONALITY AS THE LEGENDARY LIPSTICK ENTERS A NEW FRONTIER.

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UNIQUE ELEMENTS

RUBEUS MILANO’S FRAGRANCES HAVE A SCENT FOR EVERYONE THIS EID. Give your loved ones the gift of scent this Eid with Rubeus Milano’s luxurious range of Tutti Frutti Fragrances. Created in collaboration with three talented young perfumers, the perfumes–Rubeus Rouge, Rubeus Vert, and Rubeus Blue represent three different moods, each one unique in its own element.

Transport to a summer garden with Rubeus Rouge–featuring top notes of blackcurrant and mandarin; sweet scents of pear, apricot and grapefruit in the middle, and a prominent rose, raspberry and vanilla base. Damas rose mingles with jasmine and a woody aroma in the top notes of RubeusVert, while hints of oud, amber and musk base notes perfectly balance out the scent. Rubeus Bleu mixes top notes of citrus, iris and herbs, with floral and leather tones in the middle, and at its base,powdery, woody and animal hints.

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V I S I O NA RY CAU S E In the hunt for a salon that understood her hair type fully, DEBBIE ALGOSAIBI launched Roots Qatar with a vision of delivering personal, trusted and unforgettable salon experiences with outstanding results. In 2018, her sister, CAROLYN COLLINS joined as GENERAL MANAGER to take the salon forward. ANUSHAY KHAN delves into the world of beauty to discover Carolyn’s latest entrepreneurial initiatives.

Initially launched in February 2015, Roots Qatar swiftly earned its space in the beauty industry in Doha. Their clients were amazed at the incredible results which led to Carolyn successfully expanding the Roots Qatar’s footprint across two locations.

It was around 2018 when my girlfriends were gushing over a new gem they had found that had impeccable hair and beauty services. They spoke about the hair experts there, the attention given to every individual and the ‘homely’ and classy’ feel you feel at the salon. That was my first introduction to Roots Qatar. Believe me, when some of your most high-maintenance friends recommend a place, it is worth trying. If only life could have been that easy and I could have just walked in for a hair consultation. It took me weeks to get a slot for a haircut and that is when I met Carolyn.

I was busy getting advice from the stylist when a lady came and stood next to me and started having a conversation about my hair type. She exchanged advice and recommendations with Hannah, my hair stylist, about the colours that would suit my skin tone for the balayage that we were discussing. I complimented her team to which she responded ‘Oh, isn’t she the best!’. Over the course of the next hour, I heard her call almost everyone ‘the best’. Any time anyone would compliment their service, she would praise her team. That is the first memory I have of Carolyn. Later, as I got to know her more on a professional and personal level, I realised that that is just who she is. Supportive, giving off appreciation to those around her, always supporting and giving back to the community, which is very close to her heart. Carolyn is a person who has the natural ability to bring an entire community of incredible women together and she is truly amazing.

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“Doing her bit to make the world a better place, Carolyn has also hosted additional initiatives such as ‘The Fashion Swap’ where everyone gave their clothes that they did not want and were able to swap with other women who had also donated clothes – it was a huge success!” one here; media, bloggers, friends, newbies and women who simply want to meet more people. We had the pleasure of discovering a few of the most unique ventures here and I’m certainly a fan! We cannot think of a better way to welcome someone to the community and introduce them to a strong group of generous women.

Doing her bit to make the world a better place, Carolyn has also hosted additional initiatives such as ‘The Fashion Swap’ where everyone gave their clothes that they did not want and were able to swap with other women who had also donated clothes – it was a huge success! This was another opportunity to network as well as bid to help the environment and Roots were awarded the Green Event Award at the Qatar Sustainability Awards for their event.

The role that we find the most endearing would have to be the humanitarian causes that she stands for and holds so dearly to her heart. We had a conversation about cancer research, giving people a platform who are making a change in the community and support cancer sufferers; in essence, finding an opportunity to help anyone who needs her support. It is not unheard of to wake up to a text from Carolyn asking you to spread the word around or make donations for those who

are struggling. Talk about a pillar for the community! Even though she is currently quarantined alone as her family is back in UK, she has still managed to make me feel like a relevant part of the family she has built in Doha.

For me, Carolyn Collins is a master of all trades; an entrepreneur with a heart of gold and an overall genuinely generous and warm spirited person who I love to be around. @rootsqatar www.ohlalamag.net

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Ramadan

GLAM

LUCKY ALLURE SHARES WITH US HER BEAUTY SECRETS FOR FLAWLESS RESULTS DURING THIS AUSPICIOUS MONTH.

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My forever favourite, the Makeup Forever Cream Foundation Palette. Using the white shade to create natural highlights on the forehead, chin and under the eyes allowed me to achieve the desired results - especially given her pale complexion. As for the contouring, the dark brown shade was ideal for her skin. I prefer using a small stippling brush to apply the shades on the skin and then smoothen them with a beauty blender to create the perfect contour.

THIS ONE’S FOR THE LADIES WHO DON’T LIKE WEARING TOO MUCH MAKEUP DURING THE DAY. A ‘NATURAL’ DEWY LOOK WITH MINIMAL PRODUCTS. WITH JUST AN ADDITION OF AN EYELINER, YOU CAN DRAMATISE THIS BASIC LOOK TO SUIT YOUR PERSONAL PREFERENCE AND AMP UP THE ‘OOMPH’ FACTOR.

PRODUCTS

To start off the magic, it is necessary to make sure the skin is hydrated.

People usually make the mistake of skipping this step entirely and you can often see the result of this – at least the expert eye can! Once, you’ve moisturised your skin, prep it with a primer before applying your foundation and concealer. Make sure you use a damp beauty blender to dab the concealer wherever you’re using it. This ensures that your makeup stays put for longer. I personally recommend MAC’s products for the foundation and concealer as this is one of my oldest companions!

EYE BROWS

Contrary to popular belief, you do not always need to fill the eyebrows completely. For this look, I only needed to correct the natural shape of the eyebrows with Makeup Forever’s Brow Sculpting Palette before brushing the brows upwards using a brow gel.

SHIMMER/HIGHLIGHTS

I’m sure you’re thinking why I’ve used another highlighter; MAC’s cream colour base in pearl shade is all about making sure the entire look comes together. It is best to dab your fingers and then apply the product because the beauty blender can soak up the intensity of highlighter at times.

EYE SHADOW, BLUSHER AND LIPS

A new favourite on my radar is the cream based Kryolan Lip Rouge Wheel which is an all-rounder; use it on your lips, cheeks and eyelids and you’re gold! It actually gives a very lush dewy look and I absolutely love it! To finish off this look, I simply used waterproof mascara because of the cream products on the eyelids followed by Makeup Store’s loose powder to set the makeup.

For the second look, I give credit to the ladies who know how to wing it. Using the Kat Von D Tattoo liner, I made the same look more dramatic with a simple winged liner style. To top it off, a drugstore brand that has my vote, NYX’s Honey Dew Makeup on the eyelids, used in moderation, gives the look the oomph that it needs.

“Contrary to popular belief, you do not always need to fill the eyebrows completely.”

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Dreaming of Thailand Bringing Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to Qatar, Benjarong the new luxury oasis in the city’s West Bay area offers an exquisite culinary journey through the exotic tastes of Thailand at Dusit Doha Hotel.

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hilst we dream of vacationing once again, we couldn’t help but crave Thai cuisine to get that all authentic taste from one of our favourite hotspots. Benjarong had lately found its way into our hearts proving to be our go-to place on account of everything being prepared to perfection, and let’s just say any reason is a good reason to have a delectable meal made by the city’s finest!

Dusit’s signature Thai restaurant, Benjarong, gave us the authentic Thai vibe we had been longing for with the cuisine created using only the finest and freshest ingredients. Usually, the restaurant is a modern oasis for people to meet, dine, stay and relax. However, this time around, our quarantined self had to call and make sure that we left nothing to our dreams anymore.

Fine dining at home has to be an experience for all; a stylishly dressed gentleman delivered our food in a timely manner and our taste buds were treated to a truly authentic taste of Thailand. The

menu itself is unparalleled showcasing the best of Royal Thai cuisine, amplifying the Asian balance between dishes.

Reflecting Dusit International’s unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality, Benjarong Thai Restaurant blends modern and traditional design elements to provide a warm vibe whilst we enjoyed (and devoured!) their signature dishes and contemporary creations in the comfort of our lounge with Netflix on the TV. The privilege of experiencing a dish as tasty as Massaman Ka Kae as told in the poem of King Rama II - a king who reigned over Thailand - in which a slow-cooked tender lamb shank danced with homemade massaman curry, potatoes, cashew nuts and

“The meat was succulent and the moment we took the first bite, it felt like falling in love all over again.” cherry tomatoes. The meat was succulent and the moment we took the first bite, it felt like falling in love all over again. The melt-in-your-mouth chicken culminated in the Gaeng Kiew Wan Gai Yang Kreung Gaeng curry that was influenced by strong, pungent and powerful ingredients, amplified the taste of the dish. Another exclusive Thai dessert for us was the famous ‘Khao Niew Moon Mamuang Gub I-Tim Kati’ the sweet sticky rice and mango dessert proved to be an absolute showcase, with its aesthetic amplifying the overall gastronomical experience!

Designed to provide luxury experiences and world-class hospitality, Benjarong is not just about the Thai treat as it adds a unique blend of luxury Thai experiences along with the true essence of Qatari hospitality and artistry.

For deliveries and more information, please call 4004 4444. @benjarongdoha / @dusitdohahotel

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Mondrian Doha

You can choose between a family box or simply go for the a la carte option from your favourite restaurant at Mondrian Doha this Ramadan. Enjoy the benefits of free delivery or simply pick your own meal between 12 pm - 1 am (depending on the restaurant).

Call 4045 5999 (or WhatsApp 5050 7888) for reservations and more information.

The Ritz-Carlton Doha

Celebrate the holy month of Ramadan with your family and loved ones in the comfort of your home. Get ready for a gourmet Iftar experience curated by the talented culinarians at The Ritz-Carlton Doha. Pre-order your epicurean experience and wow your loved ones this upcoming month. Pay QR 300 for 2 people or QR 650 for 5.

Call 5576 4278 (or WhatsApp) for reservations and more information.

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Crowne Plaza Doha - West Bay

This Ramadan order ‘Iftar Boxes of Joy’ for your family while you relish a scrumptious Iftar comfortably at home. The boxes include dates and dry fruits, sliced fruits, Ramadan drinks and a variety of other signature favourites. The menu keeps rotating everyday so you’re in for a surprise!

Call in advance to place your order or by 11 am for same day collection.

Delivery is also available to selected locations for upto 10 boxes.

Call 3348 5456 for reservations and more information.

Centara West Bay Residences & Suites Doha

Celebrate and feast on sumptuous Ramadan delicacies with an exceptional culinary journey of Arabic and International cuisines delivery to you in their Iftar Box. Prices are starting from QAR 149 per Iftar box and for 2 people. Available for home delivery, takeaway and Drive-Thru service.

Call 4009 5530 (or WhatsApp 3001 5360) for reservations and more information.

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Choose from a selection of special set menus of mouthwatering food and desserts, such as various selections of cold and hot mezze options, soup, salad, oriental main dishes, Ramadan beverages, many more and have an authentic Iftar and Suhoor experience at home. Place your order 24 hours in advance and get your Ramadan Meal home.

Platinum box QAR 185, gold box QAR 155, and silver box QAR 125.

Home delivery is available for minimum order value of QAR 250.

Call 4419 5000 (or WhatsApp 6643 6890) for reservations and more information.

Hilton Doha The Pearl Residences

This Ramadan you can still celebrate Iftar and Suhoor in style with a great pick-up menu service at just QR 150 per person for Iftar and QR 99 for Suhoor. Choose from 7 great Iftar menus inspired by traditional Ramadan tastes of Levantine and Malaysia and 3 Suhoor Arabic inspired menus created by Executive Chef Thibaut Pouplard and Lebanese celebrity Chef Joe Barza. With a choice of menus, Iftar and Suhoor will be available for pick-up throughout the Holy Month with the need of 24 hrs prior reservation.

Call 4492 4606 for reservations and more information.

Four Seasons Hotel, Doha

Whether for Iftar or Suhoor, order your favourite Ramadan dishes and celebrate the warmth of the Holy month at home. QR 260 for 2 pax including selection of international and traditional dishes and choice of three freshly made Ramadan signature drinks. Min 7 days order is required.

Call (or WhatsApp 4494 8888) for reservations and more information.

Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha

Marsa Malaz Kempinski would like to deliver the joyous spirit of Ramadan and allow you to celebrate this special month’s traditions through authentic delights, carefully crafted by culinary experts, in the comfort of your homes. Iftar set menu starting from QAR 180 and Suhoor set menu starting from QAR 190, Arabic sweets starting from QAR 90 per kg and hampers: starting from QAR 800 Call 4035 5011 (or WhatsApp 7479 08640 for reservations and more information.

CHIC Eats Alwadi Hotel Doha, MGallery

Savour from the delightful offers by Alwadi Hotel Doha. You can choose from the Iftar menu at QR 180 which includes a 3 set course menu of your choice from 5pm to 9pm or get yourself the ideal Suhoor at QR 165 that includes a number of favourite Ramadan delicacies from 9pm to 3am.

Call 4009 9666 for reservations and more information.

InterContinental Doha The City

on Talabat App. Enjoy the second menu with a Ramadan combo menus of traditional and international cuisines for sharing amongst your family.

You can order directly under Sridan on Talabat App. Home delivery is available for minimum order value of QAR 250.

Call 4429 5295 (or WhatsApp 5506 2798) for reservations and more information.

Greens n Wraps

Your favourites are here to stay! Whether it’s Al Jalsa you crave (Iftar and Suhoor) , Lobby Lounge goodies or La Parisienne (both from 8 am - 7 pm) that is on your mind, you can order yourself anything.

Available on Talabat, Carriage and Trackoo.

Call 7021 8803 8888 for reservations and more information.

The newest-everyday gourmet virtual delivery brand based in Eatopia, offering gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches and juices, is available for delivery orders on on the Akly app as well as on Talabat. Recommended best sellers include Free Kale Salad, Couscous Salad with Chicken and Healthy Avo Sandwich. Timings from 9am to 10pm.

Call 40206400 for reservations and more information.

InterContinental Doha

Meraki

Delivering your favourites, A la carte delivery is available in selected areas. You can order at least 3 hours in advance and delivery is until 2 AM. Catering is also available and is to be booked 24 hours in advance.

Call 5560 6547 (or WhatsApp) for reservations and more information

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha

Offering two special Iftar takeaway set menus priced at QR 150 and QR 190 per person, Radisson Blu Hotel is now available for bookings for a minimum order of four people. Additional orders are also available and pick up is between 4pm - 7 pm. Orders should be placed 36 hours in advance.

Call 5560 1806 (or WhatsApp) for reservations and more information.

Dusit Doha Hotel

The Japanese cuisine sub-brand based in Eatopia, offering Sushi and Japanese cuisines is available for delivery orders. Recommended best sellers include Salmon Dragon, Golden Shrimp Roll and Tokyo Platter. Timings from 10am to 10pm.

Call 40206400 for reservations and more information.

“Welcome the month of Ramadan with your heart filled with peace, harmony and joy.”

Celebrate the holy month of Ramadan with a lavish menu of Arabic and International delicacies carefully crafted for you and your family at home.

The special Ramadan menu includes tomato qalayah, bill laham, butter chicken, iranian shrimp stew, eggplant mushka and more! Family boxes are also available for 4 people QR 600 and for 6 people QR 900 Order between 12pm to 1am and enjoy free delivery for orders over QR 250 Call 4004 4444 for reservations and more information.

Sharq Village & Spa Hotel

This year Sihr al Sharq continues to wave its magic wand with ‘Chef Specials’ from the kitchens of Al Liwan and Parisa restaurants as well as pastry treats, hand-crafted to perfection.’You can order Iftar to-Set Meals with a basic menu, Ramadan-at-your-Doorstep: 5 Special set menus, Be-your-own-Chef: Parisa specials like Mixed Grills on the set menu, with partial cooking/ grilling to be done by the customer upon receipt of delivery. Outdoor-Catering: Package rates depending on headcount.

Call 4425 6666 for reservations and more information.

JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha

It is that month of the year that fills our hearts and homes with peace and positivity. Stay home and safe while your Iftar and Suhoor is taken care of this Ramadan with Savor by JW International and Arabic Menu options.

Savor by JW mixes international cuisines, grilled meats, incredible seafood, a range of seasonal salads and desserts. You can order directly under Sridan www.ohlalamag.net

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MISS Ohlala I’ve been on enough video calls to know that

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everyone could use a little help looking their best.

From virtual weddings to work meetings, we all suddenly have to be on camera in our homes. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been optimising my own video chat setup: from knowing where to sit to get the best light, to choosing the right microphone, to just staying comfortable.

It’s best to start with lighting because that will dictate where you are sitting. Open up your blinds and let the natural light pour in, but don’t let all that light hit your back. I recommend having your largest light source either right in front of you or no more than 45 degrees away from directly in front of you. Also be aware that your screen can be a large source of light, so adjust your screen brightness, too, especially if you are taking a call without natural light. A bright screen can blow the highlights on your face out, making you look more like Casper the Ghost than a video calling champion.

One of the best parts about working from home is getting to wear sweatshirts and sweatpants all day, but that may not be the right move for a video call.

Dress how you would for an in-person meeting, and make sure to follow your workplace’s dress code. You don’t need to do anything extra, like put on makeup if you don’t wear it normally, but it’s a good idea to present a reasonably good appearance. It’s best to avoid patterns or stripes which may be distracting on camera. It also doesn’t hurt to have good posture.

Be attentive and engaged during the call. As tempting as it is, try not to do any other work or read articles or send emails. Don’t look at your phone and don’t eat! Try to look into the camera when you talk. If you look at yourself or others on your screen, it may look like you’re looking at something else. When you’re not talking, make sure you’re paying attention to whoever’s speaking or sharing their screen and that you’re looking at any materials you may need to reference. Again, others can see where you’re looking.

As a courtesy to others, please keep your mic muted unless you are talking. You might be used to your neighbour’s midday living room party, but no one else is!

Finally, there is one, and only one, acceptable camera angle: head-on and at eye level. Your table is almost certainly going to be lower than your face, and that means people are going to get an unflattering look up at you. Use a set of books, a stool, or a higher table to make sure your camera is at the same level as your eyes. You don’t want people to feel like they are looking up or down at you.

Now, go out into the virtual world looking and feeling flawless.

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