Movie-style makeovers
Belle Femme
This award-winning beauty spa and lounge in Dubai is the go-to place for A-lister haircare in the UAE. For a few days every three months, the salon flies in top US stylists, including Jen Atkin, who tended to Khloe Kardashian’s (pictured) tresses for her beauty seminar in Dubai in March. Celebrity salon-owner Tracey Cunningham is also a regular visitor to Belle Femme, as is celebrated Hollywood colourist George Papanikolas.
• Booking is essential, prices upon request. Visit www.bellefemmeme.com
Movie-style makeovers
Illumin8 Media Makeup Studio
Established by British-born beauty professional Kate Goodwin. Credits to her name include Rita Ora (pictured), Kendall Jenner and Mischa Barton. Not only will Goodwin’s team at Illumin8 groom and beautify you, they’ll also provide private lessons to help you perfect the look yourself.
• Call 050 872 8374 or visit www.illumin8makeupstudio.com
Movie-style makeovers
Bareface
If you want to recreate the alabaster skin of Dita von Teese or the peachy cheeks of Poppy Delevingne (pictured) then reach out to hair and make-up artist Dennie Pasion from Bareface agency in Dubai. Having put together editorials for publications including Vogue, Vanity Fair and Harper’s Bazaar, Pasion will whip you into model material in no time.
Where the stars go for a beauty fix
Kim Kardashian-West
Travelling to Dubai with Mrs KW in November last year was long-term make-up artist Joyce Bonelli. Her Instagram page has countless photographs of her famous clients – and 1.2 million followers would seem to endorse her talent. If you can afford her, and if she's available, then she could be sharing contouring tips over coffee with you in the UAE. Send her a Twitter request for an appointment at @joycebonelli. The Kardashians have also relied upon Mario Dedivanovic to perfect their pouts in the past. His signature style is a natural, dewy foundation, feminine full-lashed eyes and a glossy nude lip. If you want to emulate the K family's look – and have hundreds of dollars to spare – fly to the United States and attend one of his workshops. Visit www.makeupbymario.com
Where the stars go for a beauty fix
Nancy Ajram
There's one exclusive pampering palace that the Lebanese singer heads to when she's making a public appearance. Fady Kataya Beauty Lounge is where the 32-year-old has her hair and make-up perfected when she's in Beirut. Rumour has it that Ajram also flies Kataya and members of his team around the region to make her picture-perfect for all non-domestic appearances. Book a UAE consultation by calling +961 1343404 or visit www.fadykataya.com
