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A time to cleanse and nourish the soul, The Holy Month is also the perfect time to overhaul your beauty routine. So why not take...

Whether you have a fine or coarse hair type, when hair is wet, it is more fragile, especially if you have color-treated or chemically-treated hair,...

Spending days by the pool or at the beach is a perfect way to relax this time of year but remember that while you may...

It’s easy to understand where cleansers, toners, moisturisers and eye creams fit within a skin care routine but for skincare novices, it can all start...

While there are many things from 2020 we are glad to move on from, it would seem that grey hair has become a legacy trend...

The eyes have it Boost your mood with strategically placed swabs of technicolour. There were shimmery green, hot pinks and yellows seen on the virtual...

After a long year and busy festive season, our hair’s health can suffer, leaving it prone to frizz. While achieving that glass-hair look might seem...

2020 is a year best forgotten but its legacy has left an indelible mark across all areas of life – from our love of comfort...

With parties, social gatherings and nights out, this time of year can be hectic and leave you little time to think. If you have a...

We all know that sunbathing is an absolute no these days and besides with the cooler climate, December is not really a time for sunbathing...

According to the experts, most of us are actually using the wrong hair tools for our hair type which can lead to frizz, split ends,...

With so many masques and treatments on offer in the haircare sector, it can be difficult to know which treatment to choose and most importantly,...

Retinol has achieved a reputation as the ultimate powerhouse to keep skin looking youthful but with so many different versions on the market, how it...

While many may be celebrating the return of winter coats and boots, in the UAE this is the perfect time to hit the beach or...

Whatever your skincare issue - uneven skin tone, rough texture, fine lines, acne scars, general dullness the chances are that vitamin C-based products can help, leaving...

If you’re a fan of sunless tanning, you might feel that nailing that gorgeous, natural-looking glow without being left with patches and a whole heap...

2020 has been a unique - to say the least - year but as September rolls on and the Autumn trends are reigning supreme in...

Pastels Salon Jumeirah’s resident beautician, Edwige shares some insight into the importance of a good moisturiser…. If you think the moisturizer you use does not...

During lockdown, even celebrities opt for the chop and experimented with bangs and it looks like this definitive French Girl- inspired hair trend is going...

Recently, we were asked by Cosmopolitan Middle East what are likely to be summer 2020’s on-point hair trends and for us, four are going to...

Even if you are planning to spend the next few months dressed simply in jeans and a tee, nails can be a terrific low-key way...

If you suffer from dull, tired skin or problematic acne and you dream of skin with a perfect texture and beautiful youth-enhancing glow, why not...

With awards season almost at an end, our favourite Hollywood A-listers have not left us disappointed with their outfit choices, eye-watering jewellery and bold make-up....

When you think of the past decade, balayage and beachy hair spring instantly to mind but as we start 2020, there has been a seismic...

With New Year’s Eve just around the corner, rather than solely focussing on your outfit for the biggest party of the year, why not up...

The festive season is an exciting chance to celebrate past achievements and look forward to what the future will bring, and so there is no...

A.K.A How to take care of coloured hair There are numerous reasons that your carefully salon-crafted hair colour can fade.  Thankfully there are some steps...

Few things have the beautifying effect associated with the golden glow of a tan. But given the scary stats on sun exposure, a spray tan...

For those who want to - quite literally – extend fashion to their fingertips, sporting an on-point nail trend can be a tasteful nod to...

Perhaps it’s that you're sick of following the same old makeup routine you have followed since you were a teenager, or maybe Kylie Jenner's Instagram selfies are...

It might seem like an indulgence but did you know that pedicures are not only important to make your feet worthy of beautiful sandals, they...

A glance on Instagram or the red carpet will show that there are a variety of blonde shades - platinum, honey, balayage, but finding the...

Combination skin means you will be experience dryness and/or dehydration in some areas and oiliness in others. Usually the nose, forehead and chin (commonly called...

If you’ve found yourself investing a little too heavily in the trainer trend and avoiding sandals, mules and sling-back shoes because of the hard skin...

There’s nothing quite like splurging on a luxurious manicure. An on-trend hue teamed with a touch of nail art or glitter can give you the same boost...

If you’re feeling the need to change your hair with the new season, then why not take your inspiration from the runways of New York,...

Our resident eyelash and brow guru, Laila is constantly asked by the region’s most influential beauty editors to share the secrets of achieving the best...

With Eid nearly here, many people will be catching flights this weekend, and while globetrotting can be of benefit to our work life and personal...

Julian, Stylist at Pastels Salon Ritz Carlton gives us the lowdown on what you should be using to keep your hair at its healthiest whatever...

Let’s face it, if a beauty editor gives a treatment her seal of approval it’s highly likely the treatment does boast terrific results; however, it...

The summer is almost here and for many, it means a visit back home to see friends and family. Of course, it’s natural that on...

Great new beauty lovers, Pastels Salon has teamed up with bgX to deliver an unrivalled beauty experience straight to your door, wherever that may be!...

Are you passionate about the hair industry? Are you an optimistic, outgoing person who thrives on new challenges and wants to experience new cultures? Would...

Laid-back easy glamour, beach waves are now as visible on the Red Carpet as they are beach-side but how do you achieve them? Jordan Robertson,...

As fun and relaxing as a day at the beach can be, aside from sunscreen to protect your skin, be sure to pack some haircare...

With the most romantic day of the year almost upon us, Beautician Aislinn from Pastels Jumeirah shares her tips on how you can look your...

With an overwhelming array of haircare offerings already on salon retail stands and news about product drops constantly filling our social media streams, it can...