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Gemma White is a contributor for The National working across a range of topics for the Arts & Culture and Lifestyle departments. She moved to the UAE in 2005, and has worked as an editor for the past 10 years, including for Ahlan!, Scene and OK! Middle East. Her writing has appeared in Time Out, Grazia, Gulf News, Khaleej Times, Cosmopolitan, Emirates Woman, Vogue Arabia, and more.
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Influencer Clavicular has become a poster child for looksmaxxing, going to extreme lengths in pursuit of a particular ideal of physical perfection. Getty Images
ColumnI’m maxxed out on maxxing – it’s time to embrace being good enough

From looksmaxxing and sleepmaxxing to the latest whimsymaxxing, the internet’s obsession with optimising everything is exhausting

WellbeingSeptember 25, 2026
New mums can turn to several services in the UAE to ease some of the stress of the newborn stage of parenthood. Getty Images
'Build your village before you need it': Post-partum care options in the UAE

Support for new mums can range from hands-on services, practical advice and community groups

LifestyleSeptember 25, 2026
The Lana afternoon tea
Three new afternoon teas to try in the UAE

Hotels are welcoming the new season with renewed delicacies and experiential elements

FoodSeptember 21, 2026
At-home saunas are increasing in popularity in the UAE. Getty Images
At-home saunas: All you need to know about the latest domestic wellness trend

How much are they, should you buy or rent, and what are the benefits?

LifestyleSeptember 19, 2026
Mixing fragrances to create a unique scent, along with having a different go-to perfume for different occasions, is increasingly popular online. Getty Images
Is the fragrance wardrobe replacing the signature scent?

The region’s traditional love of scent layering and social media’s unstoppable #perfumetok combine to create the latest trend in how we buy and wear perfume

Fashion & BeautySeptember 09, 2026
Kyoto is a celebrated Japanese destination for the annual momijigari, or autumn leaf-viewing season. Getty Images
Six autumn getaways for crisp air, colourful leaves and cosy seasonal escapes

Scotland, Japan, Iceland, Turkey, South Korea and the US are northern destinations well worth exploring

TravelSeptember 01, 2026
Praia da Gale is one of Portugal’s most picturesque coastal destinations. Getty Images
How Portugal became a second home for celebrities, royals and the wealthy

Privacy, pristine beaches and a laid-back lifestyle are drawing world’s most famous names to west European country's shores

TravelAugust 26, 2026
Parents across the UAE are preparing for the new academic year, with uniforms, stationery and other school essentials on shopping lists. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Lessons in cost-saving: How to cut down on back-to-school expenses

Experts share savvy ways to save as parents face considerable pressure to spend big as new term begins

LifestyleAugust 25, 2026
Practises such as grounding are said to benefit overall health. Photo: Adobe
What your feet can tell you about your overall health

TikTok trend extolls the benefits of standing in Epsom salts before bed to aid in sleep

LifestyleAugust 09, 2026
Rashika Jesani, seen here with her son, says receiving an ADHD diagnosis was a lightbulb moment. Photo: Rashika Jesani, Nick Donaldson / The National
ADHD diagnosis in women: ‘First there was relief, then came the grief'

From learning self-compassion to lamenting lost opportunities, here they share their experiences with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

LifestyleAugust 07, 2026
Some people describe feeling depressed when the heat and light are intense. Getty Images
What is reverse SAD? Understanding the summer blues and how to beat them

Seasonal affective disorder not limited to colder months with rising temperatures also impacting mood

WellbeingJuly 31, 2026
Sheer milky pinks and glossy nails are on trend this season. Photo: We Nails
Do your nails need a break this summer? Tips and trends for nail health

From busting myths to the best shapes and colours for the season, three UAE experts share their top tips

Fashion & BeautyJuly 29, 2026
Summer camps are eschewed this year in favour of saving some money and spending time entertaining the kids at home. Photo: Gemma White
Skipping summer camps: A week in the life of a UAE mum over the school holiday

Balancing working from home while looking after three boys aged 13, 11 and seven is more challenging than I anticipated

LifestyleJuly 28, 2026
Luxury at Huvafen Fushi is as much about seclusion as it is about dedicated service. Photo: Huvafen Fushi
Stargazing, sea views and secluded space at Huvafen Fushi in the Maldives

From an underwater spa to snorkelling with turtles, step off the speedboat and into blissful island life

TravelJuly 09, 2026
Facials have advanced well beyond the traditional cleanse, tone, mask and moisturise. Photo: Sensasia Spas
Non-invasive facials for lifting, brightening and hydration

Developments in lasers, DNA serums and radiofrequency have broadened and advanced skincare treatments

Fashion & BeautyJune 27, 2026
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