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2 8 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Indulge in the Star Treatment at José Eber La Loge Salon T his exclusive salon, dedicated to making each woman feel like a star, is fast becoming the Emirates’ premier destination for luxury hair and beauty treatments. The José Eber La Loge salon is situated in the Emirates Hills, at the prestigious The Address Montgomerie Dubai hotel. This fabulous location is the ultimate haven in which to experience the influence of a famous stylist, whilst being treated to pure indulgent pampering in an exclusive yet welcoming environment. The salon is the brainchild of the incredible entrepreneur Reem Abou Samra, who has transported the José Eber concept from Beverley Hills to the Emirates Hills with perfect synergy. Beauty and prestige are all in one location; it's the place to be treated like a star, and emerge renewed, looking and feeling your absolute best. As you lounge on Fendi chairs whilst crystal chandeliers twinkle above you, their light playing off the gold mosaic walls, you realise this is no ordinary salon. The stylists are of the highest calibre, taking their influence from José Eber, known as one of the best in the world. Bringing the A-list to Dubai, this is the finest way to groom yourself to feel like Hollywood royalty. José Eber has been a leader in the industry for four decades, forging a reputation as the architect of some of the world's most acclaimed hairstyles. Tending the iconic tresses of Elizabeth Taylor, Cher and Farrah Fawcett amongst others, today he remains at the top of his game. A firmbeliever in paying personal attention to every client, he analyses each one’s individual needs and lifestyle, tailoring a look to enhance her natural beauty. As he describes his ethos, "I believe that every woman has star potential if she recognises her own unique beauty and appreciates the characteristics and traits that make her special and different." Owning three stores in the US, which are frequented by celebrities and socialites alike, it was only a matter of time before José’s concept and techniques were snapped up to find roots in other locations around the world. Holding the prestigious Global Salon Business Lifetime Achievement Award, which he won in 2008, appearing with Oprah on her TV show, and making guest appearances on CNN, ABC and NBC – it’s clear José is in as high demand as ever. That’s why the launch of a José Eber salon in the Emirates is such an exciting development in the UAE beauty scene. The entrepreneur who made it all possible, along with her business partner Lubana Sakkal, is ReemAbou Samra. She says of the new venture, “Lubana and I saw a noticeable lack of luxurious grooming options in the UAE and identified this as a major opportunity to bring superior styling to Dubai, a city that has become synonymous with luxury and quality.” This level of quality was very important to the duo, who made a point of ensuring all the details were carried out to the highest possible standard. “We are very proud to celebrate the launch of La Loge amidst such positive support,” she explains. “My partner Lubana and I have made it our mission to elevate the standard of grooming by combining all the wonderful techniques we had been exposed to during visits to the best salons around the world. We decided to bring together an amazing team in collaboration with José Eber and his A-list team who are infusing their unique approach to styling in the salon through ongoing training and workshops for the team in Dubai.” Another world-class hair expert who will be collaborating with the salon is Jean-Marc Brun. As a French stylist who has been working on his art for over twenty-five years, he too has clients who rely on him to make them look fabulous. Residing in Paris, but sure to be visiting Dubai as often as he can, his previous clients include Victoria Beckham, Kelly Clarkson and Qatar's First Lady, HH Sheikha Moza. In addition to incredible cuts, colour and hair treatments, La Loge also provides such high-end services as makeup, nails, massage and facials, as well as all beauty services for weddings. If you’d like to enquire about the world of luxury treatments available to you, or would like to book an appointment, please contact José Eber La Loge on: Women's Salon: 05 2222 2901 Men's Salon: 05 2722 5999 E-mail: info@laloge.com Address: La Loge Beauty Lounge The Address Montgomerie Dubai Emirates Hills, Dubai, UAE Your new Vitamin C range looks amazing. Can you tell us how this came about and what it promises to deliver? I have always believed in the skin and health benefits of vitamin C. It’s one of the main ingredients to help rebuild the connective tissue system of the body, as it stimulates collagen production. I also love the way it helps reduce pigmentation and the appearance of fine lines and brings such a bright, radiant look to the skin. I wanted to create a really special formulation, so I added vitamin B3 which has an astonishing ability to rejuvenate the skin. The cream helps to even skin tone and minimise the appearance of pigmentation and discolouration; it brightens and creates incredible luminosity and hydration. What are your key ingredients for healthy skin and to prevent signs of ageing? My favourites for healthy skin and to prevent signs of ageing would be all aspects of theMoringa Tree for overall skin health! Vitamin C for brightness, pumpkin enzyme which is an amazing natural exfoliant, hyaluronic acid for hydration, and UVA and UVB protectors are a must every day for ageing and, more importantly, protection against skin cancer. Are most of the ingredients from natural origin? How do you source them? Yes they are. Our dedicated team carries out extensive research. What’s the single most important step we should all take the time to do for our skin? Buff the skin in lines, not circles, over the Moringa Balm or any cream or oil on a daily basis. Are your products suitable for all skin types? Yes they are! I've been obsessed with the Moringa Balm since it first launched. Is this your hero product? How did you come to create this? It is, and it’s our bestselling product. It was the first one we created; the challenge was to see if we could create just one product that did everything. I spent years researching ingredients that had multi-tasking skin beautifying effects. It’s influenced by ancient Japanese skin care, which uses wonderful oils to cleanse and moisturise the skin. Would you ever venture into a cosmetic collection? Perhaps a tinted moisturiser or the like? Watch this space! How about a full body and bath range? Again, watch this space! We are always working on new formulations. How do you stay motivated? Having a positive mind set and training the brain to only think good thoughts. I love my work with every inch of my being, so work always keeps me happy. I also have a fantastic team of experts behind me; they are a great support and are also such fun to be with, which is so important! What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given? My father said to me once "Just do it” and I did. What would you tell your 15-year-old self? Never be scared of any challenge, it always makes you stronger. How would your best friend describe you? Slightly bonkers, loveable, determined and funny!