Tried and tested — nine products that have put us in the mood for summer.
Yes to Coconuts Ultra Light Body Lotion Spray
A perfect body moisturiser for the summer — it is, as the name suggests, a very light formula that hydrates without leaving the skin feeling sticky or overly moisturised. It is super convenient too, just spray all over and lightly massage it in. It absorbs really fast and leaves the skin feeling silky smooth. As for the scent, it’s a light coconut fragrance that does not linger for very long after application. A little goes a long way, so the 295ml bottle really lasts.
• Dh62, www.feelunique.com
* Aarti Jhurani
Max Factor 2000 Calorie Waterproof Volume Mascara
A fantastic option if you are in the market for a budget mascara. The formula lifts, curls and volumises the lashes, and the waterproof formula makes it perfect for a dip in the sea at the beach or at the pool. It stays put the entire day without flaking off or fading. Like all waterproof mascaras though, it is quite difficult to clean this one off at the end of the day — but nothing a little coconut oil can’t fix.
• Dh41, available at Boots
* Aarti Jhurani
Dermalogica Pure Light
This nifty little bottle is quite the multitasker. It is a moisturising cream that contains SPF 50, providing protection from UVA and UVB rays, and it works on lightening acne scars, which is the main reason why I am using it. It is a bit pricey but worth it considering it is a 3-in-1 and a brand that really knows skincare. A pea-sized amount is all you need for your face and neck and, used every day, a bottle lasts about three months.
• Dh289, available at Boots
* Aarti Jhurani
Clarins Lait Fondant Auto-Bronzant
As someone whose skin tone tends to be more on the side of Casper than Kardashian, I was hesitant to try a self-tanning lotion. Clarins self-tan lotion, however, put my fears to rest. I applied the residue-free formula before bed — it went on smooth and silky, and dried relatively quickly. When I woke up, I was a convincing shade of mocha and, even more surprising, streak-free. I’ll be trying this again as a preferable alternative to harmful tanning.
• Dh160, available at Clarins
* Ashley Lane
Vita Coco coconut water
I’m a picky eater — and a picky drinker. Coconut water never held much appeal to me until a recent holiday in Zanzibar, when I couldn’t get enough of the fresh drink being sold on the beach. Once back in Dubai, I was craving that subtle sweet taste — and almost miraculously, stumbled upon Vita Coco. Now, whenever I have a full day of errands, I keep a cold one in my car. Somehow, I can gulp down a whole carton of it faster than a bottle of water.
• Dh12 for a 330ml carton, available at leading supermarkets and online at www.dubaisupplements.com
* Hafsa Lodi
H&M nail polish
For me, autumn and winter nail colours were all about blues, greys and the occasional burgundy — I took a break from pink, my go-to shade. While I have some nice Essie and Revlon pinks, my latest addition is “Tickled Pink” by H&M beauty. I’ve found the fashion brand’s nail polishes to be of really good quality — the pigments are strong and you don’t need numerous coats to achieve the saturated hue seen in the bottle. This particular shade is perfect for summer — it’s fun, feminine and lies somewhere between bubblegum and grapefruit — though my colleague has decreed it is a noxious Barbie-pink.
• Dh10 to Dh40 at H&M
* Hafsa Lodi
Starskin Nourishing and Cooling Double-layer foot mask socks
Think face masks, but for your feet. Aside from a monthly, or bi-monthly (when I get really lazy) pedicure, my feet don’t get much pampering. This foot mask from Starskin is a convenient way to cleanse your feet from the comfort of your home. The socks look a bit like shower caps — they have plastic exteriors and moist felt-like inner linings, soaked in a serum that contains safflower oil, rosemary, green tea, camomile, grape and peony root. Leave for about 20 minutes, then take them off. There wasn’t a drastic difference, but my skin felt softer and refreshed. Each packet contains a single-use pair of socks, and the brand advises to repeat the regime two to thee times a week.
• Dh39, available at Sephora
* Hafsa Lodi
Shiseido Future Solution LX Universal Defense Optimale
When it comes to protecting my face from the sun, I’ve learnt the importance of using top-quality skincare products. We often overlook the face when it comes to sunscreen, or simply use whatever we’re using on our body. But faces require extra care and this is where Shiseido comes in. The SPF 50+ serum feels and smells like other sun protection, with a dewy, only slightly greasy texture. It can be used as a primer before foundation — which coupled with the fact that it defends against UV rays, air pollutants and dryness, is its biggest selling point.
• Dh404 for 30ml, available at Paris Gallery
* Hafsa Lodi
Marni Edge glasses
I like to consider myself a simple soul. I am not wildly materialistic (despite working in fashion) but I confess to having a soft spot for sunglasses. I have too many to count, and am incapable of saying no to them. So it is little surprise I fell for this glorious creation from Marni. Was it the geek-chic, oversized frames that first caught my eye (pardon the pun)? Or perhaps the retro creamy buttermilk colour? Or was it the asymmetric shape? It’s a mystery. But one thing is certain, it was love at first sight.
• Dh2,590, available at Marni
* Sarah Maisey
SERIES INFO
Afghanistan v Zimbabwe, Abu Dhabi Sunshine Series
All matches at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Test series
1st Test: Zimbabwe beat Afghanistan by 10 wickets
2nd Test: Wednesday, 10 March – Sunday, 14 March
Play starts at 9.30am
T20 series
1st T20I: Wednesday, 17 March
2nd T20I: Friday, 19 March
3rd T20I: Saturday, 20 March
TV
Supporters in the UAE can watch the matches on the Rabbithole channel on YouTube
TRAP
Starring: Josh Hartnett, Saleka Shyamalan, Ariel Donaghue
Director: M Night Shyamalan
Rating: 3/5
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Previous men's records
- 2:01:39: Eliud Kipchoge (KEN) on 16/9/19 in Berlin
- 2:02:57: Dennis Kimetto (KEN) on 28/09/2014 in Berlin
- 2:03:23: Wilson Kipsang (KEN) on 29/09/2013 in Berlin
- 2:03:38: Patrick Makau (KEN) on 25/09/2011 in Berlin
- 2:03:59: Haile Gebreselassie (ETH) on 28/09/2008 in Berlin
- 2:04:26: Haile Gebreselassie (ETH) on 30/09/2007 in Berlin
- 2:04:55: Paul Tergat (KEN) on 28/09/2003 in Berlin
- 2:05:38: Khalid Khannouchi (USA) 14/04/2002 in London
- 2:05:42: Khalid Khannouchi (USA) 24/10/1999 in Chicago
- 2:06:05: Ronaldo da Costa (BRA) 20/09/1998 in Berlin
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Directed by Sam Mendes
Starring Dean-Charles Chapman, George MacKay, Daniel Mays
4.5/5
The specs
Engine: 1.5-litre turbo
Power: 181hp
Torque: 230Nm
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Starting price: Dh79,000
On sale: Now
Company Profile
Name: Thndr
Started: 2019
Co-founders: Ahmad Hammouda and Seif Amr
Sector: FinTech
Headquarters: Egypt
UAE base: Hub71, Abu Dhabi
Current number of staff: More than 150
Funds raised: $22 million
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Director: Goran Hugo Olsson
Rating: 5/5
Not Dark Yet
Shelby Lynne and Allison Moorer
Four stars
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The specs
Engine: 2.7-litre 4-cylinder Turbomax
Power: 310hp
Torque: 583Nm
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Price: From Dh192,500
On sale: Now
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WWE Evolution results
- Trish Stratus and Lita beat Alicia Fox and Mickie James in a tag match
- Nia Jax won a battle royal, eliminating Ember Moon last to win
- Toni Storm beat Io Shirai to win the Mae Young Classic
- Natalya, Sasha Banks and Bayley beat The Riott Squad in a six-woman tag match
- Shayna Baszler won the NXT Women’s title by defeating Kairi Sane
- Becky Lynch retained the SmackDown Women’s Championship against Charlotte Flair in a Last Woman Standing match
- Ronda Rousey retained the Raw Women’s title by beating Nikki Bella
BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE
Starring: Winona Ryder, Michael Keaton, Jenny Ortega
Director: Tim Burton
Rating: 3/5