Take an exclusive peek inside the make-up, hair and skin supplies of an Emirates Woman editor as we tally up the surprising costs of our daily grooming rituals. Spoiler ahead, we did not wake up like this!
Sophia Serin , Group Editor
Clockwise: Group Senior Editor Sophia Serin, Eyeliner Gel in Espresso Dhs109 Laura Mercier at Bloomingdale’s, Loose Setting Powder Dhs175 NARS at Sephora, Bio Oil Dhs45 at Boots, Eyebrow Kit Dhs227 Guerlain, Sheer Glow Foundation in Barcelona, Smudge Proof Shadow Base Dhs125 NARS at Sephora
Clockwise: Sensibo H2O Dhs250 Bioderma, Precision Slant Tweezer Dhs95 Tweezerman at Harvey Nichols, Hermessence Ambre Narguile Dhs1,000 Hermès, Curling Wand Dhs375 Maria Dowling, Intensive Age Defense Hydrating Serum Dhs490 June Jacobs
Clockwise: Lucas Papaw Ointment Dhs36 net-a-porter.com, Lash Curler Dhs75 Tweezerman at Harvey Nichols, Sun Beam Dhs124 Benefit, Jardin en Méditerranée Moisturising Body Lotion Dhs235 Hermès, Foundation Primer Dhs145 Laura Mercier at Bloomingdale’s, They’re Real Mascara Dhs120 Benefit, Jardin en Méditerranée Shower Gel Dhs190 Hermès
The product I rebuy the most: “It’s a toss up between Benefit’s Sunbeam or the Laura Mercier Foundation Primer. Both add an amazing sheen to my skin and (if pushed) I could leave the house with only these two products on my face and still feel ‘done’.”
My beauty motto: “The older you get, the less make-up you should wear. Overly made-up, powdered faces age even the most youthful of complexions. I try and keep mine as dewy and natural as I can with the help of great skin care, make-up and a healthy diet.”
Jade Sprowson, Style Director
Clockwise: Jade Sprowson, Style Director, Blush in Rose Frisson 54 Dhs59 Bourjois, Coconut Body Butter Dhs75 Body Shop, Les Beiges Healthy Sheer Powder Dhs270 Chanel, Daily Microfoliant Dhs245 Dermalogica
Clockwise: Earl grey & cucumber cologne 30ml Dhs300 Jo Malone, Angelica Hydra Vital Dhs195 L’Occitane, Anti-Perspirant Dhs12 Nivea, Smith’s Rosebud Salve Dhs30 Rosebud Perfume Co. at Makeup Etc, Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser Dhs113 Kiehl’s, Hydralife BB Crème Dhs340 Dior, Eye Brow Pencil Dhs97 M.A.C
The product I rebuy the most: “I buy Clinique’s Lash Power mascara in Black Onyx once every two months. It’s the only mascara that seems to stand the sticky humidity and heat in the UAE. The fine brush defines each lash, it’s deep black for my fair lashes and lasts a full 12-hour day without a smudge in sight.”
My beauty motto: “You don’t have to spend a fortune to look amazing. It’s all about investing cleverly on products that work and using them efficiently, basically don’t waste a splodge. Say you discover a foundation that works wonders, stick with it – there’s nothing worse than splurging on a new face serum and the next day you break out. As they say, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”
Olivia Philips, Fashion Features Editor
Clockwise: Olivia Phillips Fashion Features Editor, Boing Concealer Dhs96 Benefit, Absolue L’Extrait Dhs1,600 Lancome, Cotton Pads Dhs9 Johnson & Johnson, babydoll Mascara Dhs186 Yves Saint Laurent, Lip Balm in Strawberry Dhs99 EOS
Clockwise: Sebium h20 Dhs68 Bioderma, Clarisonic Dhs700 Sephora, Sculpting Eyebrow Pencil Dhs125 Chanel. Anti-Perspirant Dhs14 Dove, Dry Shampoo Dhs25 Batiste at Boots, tweezers Dhs95 Tweezerman at Harvey Nichols, Joya Perfume in Composition No6 Dhs411 at net-a-porter.com
The product I rebuy the most: “Since I can’t wash my hair extensions every day, I tend to leave the house coughing through a cloud of Batiste dry shampoo. I love the volume and messy texture it gives to my hair.”
My beauty motto: “I’d love to say that I subscribed to insouciant, au naturel French beauty but the reality is – if you ain’t got it, fake it. Hair and lash extensions, tattooed eyebrows and a judicious bit of Botox… I’m all for it.”
Samantha Hamilton-Rushforth, Beauty Editor
Clockwise: Samantha Hamilton Rusforth Beauty Editor, Coco Noir Dhs1,134 Chanel, Vita Lumiere Powder Dhs358 Chanel, Glow Maximizer Light Boosting Primer Dhs188 Dior, Grandiose Mascara Dhs195 Lancome
Clockwise: Lip Glow in Coral Dhs166 Dior at Paris Gallery, Pure Cleansing Gel Dhs155 Institut Esthederm at Boots, The Mist Dhs360 La Mer, Foundation brush Dhs80 Sephora, Kabuki Brush Dhs205 Make Up For Ever, Ultra Facial Moisturizer Dhs130 Kiehl’s
The product I rebuy the most: “My Kiehl’s Ultra facial Moisturizer, I wear it everyday under my make-up without fail. It’s lightweight, absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave a greasy finish – I tend to buy it in bulk!”
My beauty motto: “I’ve got my skincare routine down to an art and wouldn’t dream of changing it, but my love affair with podium-worthy packaging means I’m constantly changing up my make-up bag.”
Alexandra Venison, Junior Fashion Editor
Clockwise: Alexandra Venison Junior Fashion Editor, Lip Balm Dhs10 Labello, Couture Palette No4 Dhs287 Yves Saint Laurent, Lash Curler Dhs85 Eyeko at Bloomingdale’s, Glamour Push Up Mascara Dhs62 Bourjois
Clockwise: Gloss Volupte in 101 Dhs138 Yves Saint Laurent, Perfection Lumiere Velvet Foundation Dhs242 Chanel, Dior Addict It Line Eye Liner Dhs163 Dior, Crème Fraiche Moisturiser Dhs247 NUXE at souq.com
The product I rebuy the most: “YSL’s Gloss Volupte in 101 is my day-to-night essential. It’s a great nude shade and my outfit isn’t complete without it.”
My beauty motto: “Attention to detail. I don’t like to wear a full face of make-up every day but I do believe that little touches like perma-groomed brows and manicured nails make a big difference.”
Carmel Gill, Fashion & Beauty Assistant
Clockwise: Carmel Gill Fashion and Beauty Assistant, Aromatic Body Butter Dhs220 Neal’s Yard Remedies, Mark Hill Hairdryer Dhs359 Boots, Concealer Dhs115 Illamasqua 5 After Sun Repair Dhs175 Dermalogica, Mascara in Raven Dhs110 Illamasqua, After Sun Repair Dhs175 Dermalogica, Cucumber & Rose Skin Tonic Dhs105 Herbline Essentials
Clockwise: Narciso Rodriguez For Her Dhs559 at Paris Gallery, Nourishing Conditioner Dhs80 Davines, Wild Argan Miracle Solid Oil Dhs79 The Body Shop, Eyebrow Pencil in Black Brown Dhs24 Rimmel, Replumping Shampoo Dhs95 Davines
The product I rebuy the most: “Illamasqua mascara, it’s the only product I can’t live without. I apply it diligently every day and keep a spare in my handbag for emergency touch-ups.”
My beauty motto: “Less is definitely more. Apart from a swipe of mascara and a little bronzer I don’t apply much else to my face. I like to keep my look fresh and natural.”
Sarah Garden, Features Writer
Clockwise: Sarah Garden Features Writer, Bronzing Compact Dhs250 Clarins, Chloe Signature Scent Dhs390 at Paris Gallery, Le Lift Crème Fine Dhs590 Chanel, Anti-Pollution Cleansing Cream Dhs130 Clarins, Sensibo H2O Dhs35 Bioderma
The product I rebuy the most: “Estée Lauder Double Wear Light Foundation. I often get breakouts, so nothing makes me feel more confident than knowing I have this trusty cover-up at hand.”
My beauty motto: “I’ve always been self-conscious about my skin so you’ll only find light, fragrance-free products in my make-up bag to keep reactions at bay. I also try to give myself a break from cosmetics as often as possible to allow my skin to breathe.”
