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S he’s the most influential person in beau- ty, but perhaps you’ve never heard her name. Now the secret is out: Meet Dr. Shawana Vali, a pioneer of innovation and artistry. To give you some idea of the type of A-list demand Dr. Vali has, Harper’s Bazaar says: “Dr. Vali has a client base that spans royalty, models, and the world’s most powerful CEOs.” And now, our readers are allowed within the inner sanctum. There are a number of reasons for her impact – much of it is to do with the innovative technol- ogy and proven results – but let’s start with the core of Dr. Vali’s appeal. In a world dominated by Instagram filters and treatments that make everyone look like clones, as a Muslim woman, Dr. Vali is here to celebrate your individuality, your strengths, your unique beauty. As Dr. Vali told Vogue UK, “I don’t want you to look like anyone else. Let’s respect your ethnicity, your bone structure, your heritage. Let’s look at your genetic makeup and use that to create the best version of you.” And it’s that rare celebration of individuality that makes Dr. Vali so special. Simply Abu Dhabi | 233