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‘There are fve-star hotels, and then, there is the May Fair’

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LA MER’S NEWADDITION: THERADIANT SERUMThe moment I used

it, my skin actually

emerged awless

rened and radiant.

But there’s more.

This magnicent serum

promises to tighten

your pores, to boost

your luminosity, to lift

away the dull skin, to

bring balance, and to

reveal a soft looking

skin below.

And, while we know for

a fact, that Creme de la

mer delivers on all its

promises, we also know

one thing for sure-after

personally trying this

serum: it breathes new

life into your skin!

Price: KWD 107.500

Available only at

Vavavoom, Marina

Mall

BE SOFT & GENTLEOR ALTOGETHERDRAMATICWITH M·A·C

CUSTOMIZEDMAKEUP

The cream color base

from MAC is beyondsuperb. MAC is re-

nowned for their

concentrated pigmen-

tation, with ‘movie

star red’ only a dab is

needed for an intense

burst of color. Even

though the projected

shade is a screaming

red it transcends as

rosy, the intensity of

the color cam easily be

decreased by applying a

single touch and so on.

Being a multi purpose

product means it can

safely be used on lids

& cheeks. It’s spring

time; what better way

to bloom than with this

pinky hue- moral of

the story: never judge

a book by its cover,

this is a treasure in

disguise.

TRÈS VICHY SPRINGLOOK FROM MAKEUP FOREVER

At rst glance the

collection may come off

as ‘girly girl’ designed

to suit an adult

woman. But look no

further performance is

everything: the compact

with an attached

mirror includes two

round discs, a

pink blush with

integrated

glistener, which

eliminates the

need for an

illuminator. The

white shimmery

highlighter designed

for the brow bone can

also be used on top of

the liner to alter its

shade.

The Diamond

Collection’s four-star powders come

as a loose shadow

surprisingly refreshing

on your lid adding

glitter and brightness.

No. 967: a medium

cover white with lots of

silver sparks.

No. 969: a sweet

rose gold with bullion

bedazzle.

No. 970: a wearable

lime green with lots of

sheen.

No 968: a pink powered

by extra pinky glitter.

Faux lashes with a

gingham bow are light -

more foxy than cute.

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The ancients knew a thing or two! Volcanic

stones were known for their healing powers and were used in many

ancient remedies to revitalize aching limbs and tired feet. So armed with my own aching

feet and sore limbs, this permanent menu feature appealed the most. It started with the basic clean &

trim aspect of a regular mani/pedi - the nail technicians used the nest saloon professional OPI products to soak

troubles away, the cuticle softening gel was particular gentle yet effective.

This was just the beginning.

Extended limbs were lathered in a heavier-than-normal oil concoction because it actually penetrated the rst skin layer instead of

simply sitting right on top. Gentle whispers from a technician asked whether the pre-heated temperature of the stones were just

right, or not. The softest natural bamboo eye cover descended while the stones soothed away tension. The most enlightening,

indeed intriguing part, was having the arches of the feet massaged simultaneously with two warm rocks.

A sense of quietude, of sheer bliss, lasted for days.

Bubbles Nail Spa recently launched a brow bar, Ma’asouma is the rst specialist allowed to professionally

groom my brows in over thirteen years. A very natural result.

Discover Bubbles’ Amazing

Hot Stone Manicure &

Pedicure

Discover Bubbles’ Amazing

Hot Stone Manicure &

Pedicure

Products of the Month

Fashion & Beauty Editor Hanan E. Experienced and Reports:Fashion & Beauty Editor Hanan E. Experienced and Reports:



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ا ،طا ،ثاا ،ةبا ك لوا ءا جا :ودكا ًوأ •ازج ار واوس اوم.

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• ز ّا ب ز ان ،اط ا وابة..

• ُم ا ر ه.

طريقة التحضر:

وصت خص اف إو زي ق ا

M.A.C + MICKEY

CONTRACTOR

COLLECTION

Veteran director of

makeup artistry , the

world famous, Mickey,

is a living legend; his

enamels have graced

celebrated Bollywood

faces for over thirty

years. This special

beauty compilation

features enchanting

arrays of colors and

correctors, at last,

every last every

woman can transform

herself into the starlet

that she is. Rich tones

and silky nishes

aside, the limited

edition moisture cover

duo (dual concealer) is

not to be missed; applythe coral directly onto

dark under-the-eye

circles; top with a

regular concealer and

watch them vanish.

The yellow wand is

designed to combat

redness as well as

blotchy areas- equally

hydrating and long

lasting. You won’t

have to worry about

reapplying.

ESTEE LAUDER'S

PURE COLOR

EXTRAVAGANT

This is as delicious

an assortment of

color as candy in a

candy store. This

limited edition case

includes ve wearable

and easy-to-blend

golden eye shadows:

different textures

almost guarantee

experimentation

with different color

combinations. For

lips that shine,

pure color gloss in

‘Electric Ginger’ for

example provides

an everlasting lip

polish; if sparkle is

what you’re after

then ‘Star Ruby’ will

enchant you. And

of course the look

won’t be complete

without nail lacquer in

‘Extravagant Night’.

This metallic number

is infused with two

ne glitter particles

(sparkly plum &

silver).

MAKE UP FOR EVER simply rocks.Our favorite in this collection is the eye shadow.

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ested



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Editor dd’s latest trip was to a serene and exclusive beachfront oasis on the peninsula of the Palm Jumeirahcrescent, embracing chic contemporary island living amidst the cosmopolitan high-energy lifestyle of Dubai.

She luxuriated in the serenity of

Restaurants & Bars

Rediscover your

zest for life. Expan-

sive oor-to-ceiling

windows create a

decidedly elegant and

inviting ambience in

the ZEST. Silver leaf

and cut-quartz crystal

accent ourishes of

Arabian design where

two wonderful culinary

stations prepare deli-

cious delightful Asian& Middle Eastern

cuisines.

STAY awhile. Deep

earth tones, rich

marble oors and an

intricately patterned

crystal ceiling pro-

vides an atmosphare

of sophisticated

romance for evening

dining at STAY -

signature restaurant

headed by three-star

Michelin chef Yannick

Alléno. 101 Restau-

rant Bar & Lounge

brings a sophisticated,

chic, overwater vibe to

the resort’s exclusiveisland-feel atmo-

sphere.

Be swept away. Under

sweeping white cano-

pies, al-fresco dining

opens on to a fashion-

able chill-out lounge

with daybeds, seaside

tables and bar.

Private ExclusiveMarina & TaxiServices, and anexclusive marina

awaits your arrival by

boat, using One&Only

Water Taxi. Seeking

a difference? Some

of the largest guest

rooms and suitesfound anywhere in

Dubai will surely

appeal to guests

seeking a memorable

stay with a unique

touch of class.

Leisure Facilities

Sublime Perfection.

The One&Only Spa

offers rejuvenating

treatments in nine

private suites sur-

rounding a central

courtyard and elegant

private spa pool. Get

Pampered. Wellness

facilities include a

state-of-the-art

tness centre with

Kinesis training

stations, tennis

court, Bastien Gon-

zalez Pedi:Mani:Cure

Studio plus pampering

beauty salon.

Serene Accomodations

“One&Only The Palm”

Impeccable Furnishings.

Nestled within verdant

gardens in tropical

bloom, One&Only The

Palm welcomes guests

to a serene residential

environment with

exquisitely-styled

low-rise mansions

and beachfront villas

surrounding the main

Manor House and

stunning pool. Vaulted

spaces, rhythmic

symmetry, expansive

arched windows and

decorative arabesque

ourishes dene the

impeccably furnished

rooms and suites, all

with outdoor terraces or

private pool.

Inspired Enclaves.

Rich in Arabia’s

history of design,

nely-woven fabrics,

intricately carved dark

wood furnishings and

ornamental glassworks

enter a chic, deeply

modern, personal

enclave. thoroughly

modern enclave.

Sumptuous Baths.

Inlaid with the nest

Italian and Spanish

marble the world has

to offer, stunning

bathrooms feature

oversized freestanding

bathtubs replete with

drenching rain showers

t for royalty.

Close your eyes & imagine this.

You are on an island.

Where the privacy, sophistication, the luxe have all been redened.

Calm. Relaxation. Everything your soul needs lies all in the palm of your hand.

Imagine. Lying in the bedpool as all kind of delicacies feed your palate.

Listen. You can only hear the water gently spring from the fountains.

Visualize. You can only see a long white pristine sandy beach stretch out to innity.

Get pampered. Let everyone do everything for you. Relax. Do nothing. Where are you? in the middle of nowhere and yet a vibrant city is so nearby.

Now, open your eyes: this is not a dream.

This is your dream experience at the one-and-only Palms.

The Edge: ultimate

urban location,

authentic style,

genuine hospitality

and dynamism awaits

– will all be discovered

at the new

One&Only The Palm.

She reports:



BREAKTHROUGH ADVANCED SKIN PROFILING

SYSTEM FROM ESTEE LAUDER <<Hanan E.

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MOVENPICK SPA BIDA’A:

Royal Treatment For Royal Customers

Valentine’s Day package includes Indian and Swedish messages that

transport you from your hectic daily routine of life into a blissful, relaxed

mood of sheer contentment. to a relaxing mood outside your daily hectic

life…

Dear readers: One of our own team, named Farah, had the pleasures of celebratingValentine’s Day ahead of you at Movenpick’s Spa. Farah reports it was heavenly:

For more information, please visit www.movenpick.com Bidaa, Movenpick Hotel, or call

+965 222 531 00.

Dear readers: One of our own team, named Farah, had the pleasures of celebratingValentine’s Day ahead of you at Movenpick’s Spa. Farah reports it was heavenly:

MOVENPICK SPA BIDA’A:Royal Treatment For Royal Customers

“Every corner was frosted with

candles and rose petals. It was

a beautiful colorful afternoon.

I was in tune with nature and it

was in tune with me.”

“Inside, happiness surrounded

me with every breath I took as I

headed towards Room No.2. The

setting was warm yet cool breez -

es gently caressed my skin; my

body smelled like lavender. It

was divine. As I slipped into the

Milk Bath, rose petals danced

lightly on the surface, and all

my cares quietly faded away. 20

minutes of bliss made me realize

how much I love my body, and

that it is the only thing worth

caring about.”

“Time stood still. I spent only

two heavenly hours in the spa,

which felt like a lifetime, a cen-

tury in heaven. It isn’t the heaven

people talk about when they eat

a double chocolate brownie nor

is it the heaven of paradise but

rather it seemed to be a combi-

nation of both.”

“I fell into an intriguing altered

state, it was an intriguing mood

induced by the setting and the

spa’s therapists. I discovered a

whole different setting of expe-

rience. It opened up a window,

a fresh perspective on how I see

things especially my own sense

about my body, that is, the skin

I’m in. Here I could nurture my

body and soul in this beautiful

spa. I could release all the stress

that lies buried deep inside the

skin all these years.”

“The milk bath was not the end

of this marvelous journey. I had

the chance to try the Indian mes -

sage therapy for my head, and

Swedish full-body massage, too.

I don’t remember the last time

I spent two hours without my

Blackberry or my laptop, but I

denitely plan to spend more of

these magical heavenly moments

massaged by what seemed to me

to be angels.”

“After this marvelous experi-

ence designed to refresh the soul,

I discovered food for the body in

every room. Everything is fresh:

the lemonades, water, orange

juice, the beautifully arranged

fruit with a mouth-watering

selection of strawberries, wa-

termelons, grapes (my favorite)

and kiwi. It was delicious, and

so if you go, don’t forget to have

a quick bite . . .”

“May I suggest you take time to

fall in love all over again? Fall

in love with your own skin, your

own unique body that embraces

you, nurtures you and sustains

you through thick and thin.” I

think your own body might just

need such a break, don’t you

think?

“I’m in love with my body. I know it’s an odd start to begin this story, but this is exactlywhat came to my mind the moment I left Movenpick Spa in Al-Bidda’a.”

“I’m in love with my body. I know it’s an odd start to begin this story, but this is exactlywhat came to my mind the moment I left Movenpick Spa in Al-Bidda’a.”

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WHEN YOU VISIT HISTORIC MAGNIFICENT LONDON

Following extensive restorations, London’s historic Grosvenor House has been converted to JW Marriott’s prestigious brand,

When editor recently visited London with her family, she was invited to check out this fantastic landmark in British history,and she reports back:

Understated elegance, award-winning service, and

a breath-taking location captures the sensation of

your afternoon tea experience in The Grosvenor

Park Room, which is very much in keeping with the

hotel’s tradition. Bathed in natural light, the Park

Room is a wonderful setting for afternoon tea, all

year ‘round during gentle spring rains or even oc-

casional winter storms.

The most popular tables are set next to the oor-to-

ceiling windows with views of Hyde Park beyond,

but note, these are romantic tables set aside just for

two.

The story goes: in the late 18th century, afternoon

tea began here with Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bed -

ford, who had the brilliant notion of asking her but-

ler to bring her a light meal in the middle of the

afternoon. And so this delightful high-class British

tradition continues today in the Park Room in hon -

our of ‘Anna’s Tea’. It remains as distinguished as its

creator with a dazzling array of 17 different blends

of tea to choose from from around the world.

They say that timing is everything, and perhaps this

is especially true with high tea here in this splendidsetting. Afternoon tea with all its delights is served

from 2 PM onwards, but you will discover that it is

most popular from 3 PM onwards. The Park Room

comes alive with buzz amidst the relaxed atmo-

sphere. Children are, welcome, of course, with a

special ‘Grosver’s Tea’ especially created just for

them and they are given their very own cuddly stuffed

dog named Grover who was named after the hotel’s

eponymous British bulldog. The room’s ambiance is

lled with sound: a beautiful pianist plays all the

classics that can enchant your soul while sandwiches

and delicacies will simply charm your palet.

TIME FOR ANNA’S HIGH TEA

Award of Excellence: 2009, Open Monday to Sunday: 2 PM - 6 PM, Dress Code: No dress code as such but

it is always nice to make the effort.

Reservations: For reservations: call 020 7399 8452 or visit www.grosvenor-house.co.uk.

LIVE LIKE A KING OR QUEEN: STAY AT

Opened in the late 1920s, the Grosvenor House

hotel boasts impeccable credentials. The hotel

fronts along Park Lane across from Hyde Park

encompassing the entire block between Upper

Grosvenor Street, Mount Street and Park Street

in London’s most-coveted postal district. The

location is hence, simply fabulous! The hotel

offers 498 guest rooms, and has been rebranded

as The Grosvenor House, a JW Marriott Hotel,

the rst property to carry Marriott ag in the

United Kingdom.

Today, The Grosvenor Hotel features a unique

combination of classic and classy.

With exquisite careful attention to every detail,

in its luxurious bathrooms and posh bedrooms,

the rooms seamlessly merge the latest technol-

ogy with stylish English tradition. Children are

even treated to a special-sized bath robe: in fact

the entire experience makes you feel special.

From the moment you walk in, until the time

you must check out, the experience is one-of-

a-kind. It is an absolutely special memorable

experience to stay here at The Grosvenor Hotel,

not too far away from one of the world’s great-

est and most famous public gardens by order

of the Queen, called Regent’s Park, which, in

itself, is jam-packed with delightful things to do

with your family. Walk along stunning avenues

of owers, trees and canals; rest awhile at one of

the small garden cafes, then circle back in time

for late afternoon tea at The Grosvenor itself.

For those of you who must drive in London, even

The Grosvenor courtyard has been designed for

the ultimate convenience as a parking facility for

guests who wish to park their own car hassle-

free, then alight to enter one of London’s grand -

est hotels and landmarks.

Customer service is outstanding at The Grosvenor

Hotel. You won’t be disappointed, and of course

a special ‘Thank You’ to the PR people in charge

who took very special care of us all!

TIME FOR ANNA’S HIGH TEA

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Understated elegance, award-winning service, and

a breath-taking location captures the sensation of

your afternoon tea experience in The Grosvenor

Park Room, which is very much in keeping with the

hotel’s tradition. Bathed in natural light, the Park

Room is a wonderful setting for afternoon tea, all

year ‘round during gentle spring rains or even oc-

casional winter storms.

The most popular tables are set next to the oor-to-

ceiling windows with views of Hyde Park beyond,

but note, these are romantic tables set aside just for

two.

The story goes: in the late 18th century, afternoon

tea began here with Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bed -

ford, who had the brilliant notion of asking her but-

ler to bring her a light meal in the middle of the

afternoon. And so this delightful high-class British

tradition continues today in the Park Room in hon -

our of ‘Anna’s Tea’. It remains as distinguished a s its

creator with a dazzling array of 17 different blends

of tea to choose from from around the world.

They say that timing is everything, and perhaps this

is especially true with high tea here in this splendidsetting. Afternoon tea with all its delights is served

from 2 PM onwards, but you will discover that it is

most popular from 3 PM onwards. The Park Room

comes alive with buzz amidst the relaxed atmo-

sphere. Children are, welcome, of course, with a

special ‘Grosver’s Tea’ especially created just for

them and they are given their very own cuddly stuffed

dog named Grover who was named after the hotel’s

eponymous British bulldog. The room’s ambiance is

lled with sound: a beautiful pianist plays all the

classics that can enchant your soul while sandwiches

and delicacies will simply charm your palet.

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