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    9 Instagram accounts founded by inspiring entrepreneurs to follow

    Fashion

    by Sarah Joseph
    2 hours ago

    A curated guide of all the inspiring accounts to #follow.
    Rhode skin@rhode

    Hailey Bieber’s new vegan skincare brand.
    THREADS@threadsstyling

    The first platform to take shopping to Instagram.
    Morpho@morpholabel

    Content Creator Rania Fawaz’s newly launched brand, referencing 90’s style.
    Nadine Jewellery@nadine_jewellery

    Innovating fine jewellery, all handmade in Italy and Switzerland.
    Fajer Fahad@fajer

    The founder behind the new beauty platform @beaulinebeauty.
    Marli@marli

    Taking a new approach to principles of timelessness jewellery pieces
    Hala Al Gergawi@halgergawi

    Emirati entrepreneur and founder of ‘Tea Before Noon’.
    Saanté Selfcare@saanteselfcare

    Family-founded slow beauty skincare brand.
    Tutus Kurniati@tutuskurniatiofficial

    Entrepreneur and founder of her own namesake brand both on and offline.
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    5 inspiring celebrities embracing their vitiligo

    Lifestyle

    by Sarah Joseph
    2 hours ago

    Proving that vitiligo is no barrier to success, several celebrities have broken the shackles against it.
    The condition is caused due to lack of melanin resulting in skin pigment. While some treatments have been developed, there’s no long-term solution.
    Affecting approximately 70 million people worldwide, many celebrities are known to have the condition.
    However, instead of trying to hide the condition, they proudly embrace it, becoming inspirations for many around the globe.
    Salama Mohammed

    One of the most vocal high-profile personalities to embrace her vitiligo is Emirati content creator Salama Mohamed. In a previous interview with Emirates Woman, she admitted it was difficult growing up with the condition. “It was a struggle growing up, when you feel you are different and don’t fit in it is easier to think there is something wrong with you,” she admitted. But today, she embraces her vitiligo “every inch” of her being, and even has the words “Blessed with vitiligo” in her Instagram bio. Through her journey, she was motivated to launch her own skincare brand, Peacefull.
    Winnie Harlow

    Winnie Harlow rose to stardom after appearing on America’s Next Top Model in 2014. As a strong advocate for breaking down conventional beauty standards, Harlow has used her platform to raise awareness for skin positivity. Having appeared in campaigns for big labels such as Nike, Victoria’s Secret, Marc Jacobs and more, she has broken the boundaries surrounding vitiligo. The supermodel was diagnosed with this chronic skin condition at the age of four and ever since a young age has been vocal about how this shouldn’t define her.
    Karen Wazen

    Content creator and Dubai-based entrepreneur Karen Wazen shared her journey with vitiligo back in June 2021. Opening up about her experience and her diagnosis, the mum-of-three encouraged everyone to accept themselves for who they are. “Accepting ourselves and bodies and differences is the biggest strength we can have, once we are in this state of mind nothing will affect the way we see ourselves,” she said.
    Shahad Salman

    Saudi fashion model Shahad Salman is breaking barriers in the modelling industry. The 25-year-old model embraces her vitiligo and continues to be motivated by her ambition to succeed in the industry. Born to challenge stereotypes, the model projects self-confidence in every project she takes on, including her latest role as an ambassador for Pantene.
    Holly Marie Combs

    Best known for her role in Pretty Little Liars, Holly Marie Combs has vitiligo, a condition that she has been open about over the years.
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    Let’s Talk About How To Really Hydrate Your Skin

    Is your skin not giving glow, plump, hydrated fabulousness? It might be because you’re struggling with a parched complexion. If so, it might not be the amount of product you apply but rather the type you’re using.
    Yes, turns out dehydrated skin and dry skin aren’t the same thing, although at first glance they may appear to be. Here’s what you need to know about hydration and how to really hydrate skin.
    What’s The Diff?
    Listen/read carefully: dehydrated skin needs water and lacks hydration and hydrating products. Whereas dry skin lacks oil and needs to be moisturised with moisturising products. How to tell if your skin needs moisture or hydration? Dry skin can be flaky, rough and dull. Dehydrated skin cells sort of shrink up, causing the skin to look deflated and lifeless.
    To Moisturise or Hydrate Skin
    So let’s clear this up. Moisturising ingredients lubricate the skin to prevent water from escaping. Ingredients such as: shea butter, cocoa butter, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil and ceramides.
    While hydrating ingredients in skin care products attract water to the outermost layer of the skin. Hydrating ingredients include: hyaluronic acid, glycerin, fatty acids, amino acids and peptides.
    Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, here’s the brilliant news: It’s quite easy to keep your skin supple and glowly.
    READ MORE: Retinoids Everything You Need To Know About This Miracle Skincare Ingredient
    The Perfect Hydrator
    Cetaphil products are gentle, yet powerful and hydrate and moisturise. Cetaphil is a dermatologically tested skincare brand that is the go-to brand for those with sensitive skin. It helps restore, protect and maintain skin’s health every day.
    The USP is that this range (now for the extra sensitive skin) contains a combination of everything you need. This range contains a powerful combination of hydrating ingredients, including a unique Hydrosensitiv™ Complex and Hyaluronic Acid in each of the Optimal Hydration products, a dynamic hydration process is activated that boosts skin’s water content and locks it in where it’s needed. Each product works to replenish skin’s hydration for 48 hours and defends against five signs of skin sensitivity including dryness, irritation, roughness, tightness and a weakened skin barrier.
    Hydrate Skin With Cetaphil: What To Buy
    Cetaphil Optimal Hydration 48H Activation Serum
    This serum absorbs instantly to deliver deep 48 hour hydration. This lightweight serum absorbs instantly and can be used alone or with Optimal Hydration Healthy Glow Daily Cream for an extra boost to skin’s hydration.

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    This lightweight cream leaves skin feeling immediately soft and supple.  It defends against 5 signs of skin sensitivity including dryness, irritation, roughness, tightness and a weakened skin barrier.
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    Cetaphil Optimal Hydration Refreshing Eye Serum

    This targeted eye serum reduces the appearance of dark circles and puffiness while nourishing and replenishing skin’s hydration for 48 hours. Featuring a soft silicon applicator tip for gentle massage during application. Suitable for sensitive, dry or dehydrated skin.
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    Cetaphil Optimal Hydration Replenishing Night Cream

    This thirst-quenching cream instantly comforts sensitive skin, leaving skin soothed and soft. This night cream nourishes and intensely plumps the skin with moisture for 48 hours non-stop. You’ll wake-up to a refreshed rested look and signs of fatigue faded away.
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    Cetaphil Optimal Hydration Serum Spray

    A serum spray that keeps the skin hydrated 3x longer in over-drying conditions, while the formula soothes skin sensitivity. This serum spray absorbs quickly and dries instantly so that skin never looks or feels greasy.
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    Cetaphil Optimal Hydration Replenishing Lotion

    This weightless lotion is made to be gentle and is suited to all skin types. It defends against 5 signs of skin sensitivity including dryness, irritation, roughness, tightness and a weakened skin barrier.
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    Inside the coolest new wellness centre in Dubai

    Lifestyle

    by Sarah Joseph
    1 minute ago

    If you’re looking for a 360-degree wellness hub, this new spot in Dubai is where you need to book in ASAP.
    The new integrated multi-wellness destination, Blended, combines fitness with a host of pampering options, making it a one-stop for all your self-care needs.
    Founded by Dominique Laird, the concept began with her vision to redefine the meaning of beauty standards in the region. After addressing her own mental health issues, Laird wanted to create a space where individuals can feel at home and focus on improving their own self-care needs.
    For women to look and feel their best, Blended Salon has dedicated an area for an all-encompassing beauty experience. Be it an eyelash lift or a bespoke blowout, there’s an unending list of treatments that can help visitors feel camera ready at any given point of the day.
    With a more medical approach to aesthetics, this venue offers an extensive array of cutting-edge treatments such as botox, fillers, threads, or even an IV Drip to boost energy levels. With a team of highly experienced experts, Blended Aesthetics has joined hands with Beverly Hills Wellness and Aesthetics for a holistic approach to cosmetics.

    To uplift your mood, the Blended Spa offers a host of rejuvenating treatments in a serene environment. With four treatment rooms, guests can enjoy an organic facial, massage, salt therapy, scrub or wrap in the hands of well-equipped experts. For after-care services, luxe facilities such as the salt cave, sauna and plunge pool are open for use to feel at ease during any visit.
    To recover from within, meditation is given a new meaning by internationally trained life coaches, therapists and spiritual guides who explore the options of both couples and one-on-one sessions, to feel clear from the inside out.

    If you want to focus on your fitness goals, this professional environment offers personal training sessions and group classes for workouts such as yoga, Pilates, or spinning. By changing the norm from a one-size-fits-all approach, guests can choose a routine that best fits their health needs.

    For a post-workout recovery mode, customers can replenish their fuel with a juice, coffee or protein shake from the Blended juice bar, to ensure every aspect of all the fitness routines is taken care of.
    With a complete approach to any wellness needs, visitors can feel at home from the second they enter this haven. Without having to book appointments in different locations, this all-inclusive experience saves both time and planning.
    Situated in the luxe surroundings of The Dukes, The Palm Jumeirah, Blended Fit is open daily from 6am to 10pm and the salon, barbers and spa is open from 10 am to 10pm.
    For more information or to make a booking visit blendedwellness.com
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