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Latest post on 22 October 2015 - 14:23
I'm TRYING to grow my hair after 15 years of having short hair, but finding it really difficult, my hair looks dull and I seem to get constant split ends. I've been using the Marrocan oil treatment for the past 3 months but don't see any improvement. Any shampoo/conditioner/treatment recommendations? I don't mind paying for the more expensive brands if it's been tried and tested ;) I don't use anything other than Kerastace shampoos,I avoid shops bought ones as they are full of soap which dries it out, filter on shower, only washing it twice a week My was cropped in 2009 and it is now past the small of my back. I find my hair grows quickly here however I only have it cut every 3 months and had extensions in for a year ( Very fine hair too) I don't think there is a miraculous tablets etc to make your hair grow really quickly. Moroccan oil wasn't great for my hair as it is fine, it just made it really really greasy. Thanks :) I was actually thinking of getting the kerastase serum when I'm back in UK, but maybe now I get the shampoo and conditioner as well. do you buy yours here in Dubai? I won't be back in UK until mid December and I'm really desperate to sort my hair out as asap.
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Latest post on 22 October 2015 - 13:33
I'm TRYING to grow my hair after 15 years of having short hair, but finding it really difficult, my hair looks dull and I seem to get constant split ends. I've been using the Marrocan oil treatment for the past 3 months but don't see any improvement. Any shampoo/conditioner/treatment recommendations? I don't mind paying for the more expensive brands if it's been tried and tested ;)
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 15:55
Hi Sweetcherry. Are you planning to buy this or next year? If next year there is still a lot of time. I would personally suggest to go with a broker. He will find the best deal for you and helps you with everything. I have a really good contact, if interested please let me know. Hi, Our TA expires in December so I thought September would be a good time to start looking. do you have experience in buying property here?
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 15:12
Here, instead of renting we're considering buying next year.
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 15:05
applying for a mortgage - is it simple or do I need a broker? Thanx
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Latest post on 10 April 2014 - 15:03
Hi! Has anybody had a breast enlargement done with dr marc Mani??? I am considering it and wwould lvoe some feedback. Thx! I haven't heard of Dr Marc Mani but would highly recommend Dr Allen Rezai. had BA with him 7 months ago, he also did my nose some years back in UK.
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:32
it seems that Emirates and Lufthansa have decided to reduce flights instead of moving some flights to to Al Makhtun. I'm flying in May as well, with Emirates, lets hope they dont change their minds!
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Latest post on 06 April 2014 - 14:03
same here!!!
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Latest post on 26 January 2014 - 13:11
we have the gagia brera bean to cupp coffee machine, it makes very good espresso, capuccino, latte, americano you name it. the downside is it's pricy and if you only use it occasionally then it may not be worth it.
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 16:07
Back to OP's Q, I have 3 children and have never been stopped when travelling without hubby, but as others have mentioned, it's better to be safe than sorry, so yes do have the letter with you just in case!
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 15:55
Try Dr Allen I went to him on Saturday. They have an offer on aswell so it was 1530 for a full head He was a really good guy and I would go back again without hesitation Sarahlou, where is he at? I'd want botox and fillers done but haven't found the courage yet. is it painful? Dr Allen Rezai is in DHCC, he does my botox and I also have PRP with him. He is very good. what is PRP? sorry not very knowledgeable on this subject ;) does it involve needles as well? Yes, I'm afraid so! it involves using your own blood, centrifuging it to separate the serum from the rest and then inject it in your face or where you want to have it done. I had topical anaesthetic so did not feel the needles too much. the needle is tiny, similar to the one for botox. "No pain, No Gain" that's what I say! Thank you for the expl. it's gonna be baby steps for me, will start with Botox and see where it takes me ;) Well I'm up for anything!! Does this blood thing actually make a difference?? it has for me, I remember DR A saying that smoking is a contraindication, so if you are a smoker, it may not work on you. I am not a smoker but I still just bought a single session tried it and as it did improve my face, I went back for a course of 3. All I can say is, try it, if it works for you, continue if not then you will know.
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 14:46
Try Dr Allen I went to him on Saturday. They have an offer on aswell so it was 1530 for a full head He was a really good guy and I would go back again without hesitation Sarahlou, where is he at? I'd want botox and fillers done but haven't found the courage yet. is it painful? Dr Allen Rezai is in DHCC, he does my botox and I also have PRP with him. He is very good. what is PRP? sorry not very knowledgeable on this subject ;) does it involve needles as well? Yes, I'm afraid so! it involves using your own blood, centrifuging it to separate the serum from the rest and then inject it in your face or where you want to have it done. I had topical anaesthetic so did not feel the needles too much. the needle is tiny, similar to the one for botox. "No pain, No Gain" that's what I say!
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 14:33
Try Dr Allen I went to him on Saturday. They have an offer on aswell so it was 1530 for a full head He was a really good guy and I would go back again without hesitation Sarahlou, where is he at? I'd want botox and fillers done but haven't found the courage yet. is it painful? Dr Allen Rezai is in DHCC, he does my botox and I also have PRP with him. He is very good. what is PRP? sorry not very knowledgeable on this subject ;) does it involve needles as well? I think it is like the Vampire facials ( Don't quote me on this) I will be honest and say don't waste your money. My friend and I had it done and it wasn't worth the money at all Did you have it with Dr Allen? I am on my second and can honestly say I have a better complexion and my face feels firmer. Dr A advised I have a single session first and if I see results, I can continue, which I did and went back 3 months after and bought a course of 3. my husband is considering it too, but for his scalp. apparently it helps with hairloss, he's planning to have hair transplantation in 6-8 months time so this will be a good preparation.
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 13:57
I know that, I am just hoping someone will show up on here and have a positive experience :( it is not a choice :( Sorry no comments on the hospital, but I've always believed Doctors in developing countries are more experienced and better at making diagnosis and carrying out surgeries even with having limited resources. Hope someone with knowledge of the Hospital replies to your post.
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Latest post on 20 January 2014 - 13:50
Try Dr Allen I went to him on Saturday. They have an offer on aswell so it was 1530 for a full head He was a really good guy and I would go back again without hesitation Sarahlou, where is he at? I'd want botox and fillers done but haven't found the courage yet. is it painful? Dr Allen Rezai is in DHCC, he does my botox and I also have PRP with him. He is very good.
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Latest post on 19 January 2014 - 13:33
How Cute! I just wonder where she get's the time from!
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 11:59
going there for my first session today... any feedback ladies from those who'd been to this particular centre before? sorry can't help with the centre, but I would highly recommend laser to IPL, tried both but laser seemed to work better on me. now I only have 1 maintenance session per year :) thanks for the feedback... was planning on getting laser anyway (that too the painless version!)... I think it's called ND YAG or something like that the place had a good offer on... you pay for 3 full leg sessions and get three half arm sessions free... but going there for my first session and could only find a couple of online reviews (all good) so just looking for some additional feedback from the lovely ladies on this forum I had NdYag too, on my bikini, cause the skin is darker but on for my face I had a combination of Alexandrite and NdYag. if you've never had laser before ask them to do a test area first. when i first had mine, they did a test area and I had to wait 24hours to see how my skin reacts, then have the actual treatment. for my bikin I had 6 sessions and 8 for face. good luck!
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 11:35
going there for my first session today... any feedback ladies from those who'd been to this particular centre before? sorry can't help with the centre, but I would highly recommend laser to IPL, tried both but laser seemed to work better on me. now I only have 1 maintenance session per year :)
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 10:43
I was on Marvelon initially but changed to Yasmin 2 years ago and have not experienced any side effects. the nurse who prescribed this for me said that she is conducting a study about contraceptive pills and Clots/DVT risk with Yasmin seem to be higher, I discussed this with my GP and she said if I don't have a history of Clots/DVT in my family I should not be worried. I've been on it for 2 years now and I'm happy :) my reason for the change from Marvelon (which I had been on for 15 years) to Yasmin was to reduce excessive hairgrowth due to hypothyrodisim, and it seem to have worked:)
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 23:04
Hi everyone I would be very grateful if someone could recommend a good plastic surgeon, who could do a rhinoplasty on my nose! I like a very natural look, nothing fake and something that will go well with my face. Most of the ones I have seen are all the same and very fake or too small for the face. Any input or recommendations?? Thank you :-) Dr Rezai, had my nose done with him about 3 years ago and I'm very happy with my results. He only does "Natural", had a ba with him as well recently.
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 20:36
same thing happen to me few months after I moved here, I started taking Nourkin and my hairfall improved immensly, however, I stoped few month ago and it started again after few weeks, so I'm back on it. I'm afraid if you decide to take this route, you would need to stay on it forever. But do have the blood test done first to eliminate any underlying conditions causing the hairfal.
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 20:25
I would be grateful if someone could recommend a good plastic surgeon, who could enlarge breasts which eventually would look completely natural. Most of the ones I have seen really show that they are been enlarged… I have also heard that this operation and the silicon that goes inside could cause cancer? Does anyone know if it's true? Any input is really appreciated! Thanks I had mine in September with Dr Allen Rezai and stayed overnight at the hospital and was discharged the morning after. most silicone implants are cohesive and wouldn't really leak into the body if ruptured, I had a choice of Mentor memory gel and allergan natrelle implants, chose the latter as I found more reviews about them than the mentor. with regards to silicone causing cancer, there is no scientific evidence that it does, even the horrid PIP implants seem to not cause any health risk you can read about thi shere and also check the MHRA website [url=http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/cancer-help/about-cancer/cancer-questions/can-breast-enlargement-cause-cancer'>link[/url'> I'm 3 months postop and my breasts already look natural. I knew Dr Rezai from before, I had my nose done with him in UK almost 3 years ago, so I knew I wanted him to do my BA. but if you dont have your mind set on a specific doctor, it's always good to see a few, compare their recommendations, then make your mind up.
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 19:49
we flew back from UK yesterday, took the 9.10am flight, they usually start with breakfast, then lunch and finish it off with afternoon tea. However this time, NO breaskfast in the morning, instead the breakfast tray was served for afternoon tea!!!
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Latest post on 27 November 2013 - 15:34
I need to take a large sum of cash with me to the UK in December. I'll be travelling with three other family members. Has anyone taken 10k (pounds) per person into the UK before when travelling in a group? Or 10k alone? According to the internet, you can take in 10k euros without declaring it but just wanted to see if anyone had any personal experiences. I wouldn't want it to be confiscated!!! if you are a family travelling it's 10K (Euros or its equivalent in other currencies) per family NOT per person. furthermore, if asked, you'll have to show proof of where you've got the cash from. sometimes customs use dogs specially trained to find large sums of cash, but I've only seen this when leaving UK and NOT when entering. you may find the below link helpful. [url=http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/customs/arriving/declaring-cash.htm'>link[/url'>
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 13:00
Can anyone recommend a good place that does eyebrow waxing please? Not one for the threading craze. Thanks I've heard it's not good to wax your eyebrows as it pulls the skin and over time will stretch it. why don't you give threading a go?
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Latest post on 21 November 2013 - 12:51
I hope the weather clears by tomorrow, I'm flying to UK!
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Latest post on 19 November 2013 - 10:37
are there any?
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Latest post on 19 November 2013 - 10:32
Ha ha ha ... Love your line Sarahlou ... 'totally in debt' - brilliant way to get rid of them on the fast lane ;) edited by twin_butterfly on 18/11/2013 I usually say one minute and put the phone next to the radio and turn the volume up! They hang up pretty quick He he he... I will def. try this one!
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Latest post on 17 November 2013 - 16:51
Not seen that one but I use Vitry that I bought in Life Pharmacy by the Union Co-op in Safa. Had excellent results with it. Thanks Amelia, it's for a family member who specifically asked for this brand, I use Trind myself and am very happy with. I couldn't find it in UK either, thought Itry my luck here!
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Latest post on 24 October 2013 - 21:07
Hehehe, I think it's funny when BA spray the passengers with sanitiser just before the take off, or at least I think it's a Sanitiser! I prefer Emirates.
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Latest post on 24 October 2013 - 20:58
I used to use Guerlain Lingerie De Peau, but since 3 weeks ago I've been using the Jane Iredale mineral foundation Glow Time BB cream. I've noticed it lasts longer on my skin and has more coverage, but I was happy with the Guerlain too.
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Latest post on 20 September 2013 - 00:57
I am sure this has been posted many times, but I REALLY need a good facial. Can any of you ladies recommend a salon bear Ibn Battuta, Marina, or JLT? Thanks! I have tried several brands and in my opinion there is nothing better than Guinot. I get it done in Marina at Nail Point Which one of their facials do you have? I Used to have the Guinot Hydradermie treatment when I was in UK, but havent had any since I have been here, but I still use their liftosome serum and moisturiser with the rose exfoliator. It is an excellent brand. <em>edited by sweetcherry on 20/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 20 September 2013 - 00:52
How much he charges for breast surgery? and how much for botox? please :) Thanks 37900 for ba, last time I had botox with him was 3 months ago and I paid 1440 but they had an offer on then. not sure how much it is now.
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Latest post on 20 September 2013 - 00:50
Reviving this oldish thread as I want to have breast augmentation and am very confused about which surgeon to go with. I have an appointment booked with Dr Khan, but after seeing the reviews about Dr Rezai I am reconsidering. Could anyone give me an idea of the approximate cost of BA with Dr Rezai and does anyone have any current reviews. Thank you I have known Dr rezai from UK, he did my nose about 2 and half years ago, since I found he was working here, I have been to see him for Botox and in about 2 weeks' time I am having breast augmentation. I paid 36000 for the operation with anatomical allergan natrelle implants, (round implants were cheaper) 1500 for an overnight stay at the American Academy hospital and 400 for tests. so a total of 37900. I wouldn't have surgery with anyone else but him, but that is because I have already had my nose done with him and trust him completely. This is always the hardest part finding the right surgeon, before my nose surgery, I saw 3 surgeons before deciding to go with dr rezai.
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Latest post on 20 September 2013 - 00:19
I have a cream leather sofa set, I too do a big cleaning twice a uear with leather cleaning products but I also dust with a smooth cloth (which is normally used to wipe computer screens) every other day. I don't think it's necessary to use cleaning products more than once every six months.
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Latest post on 18 June 2013 - 18:07
Bearing in mind the number of bannings i have had, very odd that this is happening.... so you're still online, but on my screen it's showing shellly and myself as the only members online. Wired!!!
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Latest post on 18 June 2013 - 18:02
ha now it's me and Jasp123 !!!!
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Latest post on 18 June 2013 - 17:31
Believe it is! Isn’t it?
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Latest post on 04 May 2013 - 23:34
As my daughter has moved back to the States, I now have a bedroom/bath available in my Marina apartment. I know women share apartments and villas all over Dubai, so in what instance is it actually illegal? Or is it? I have listed on Dubizzle, but wondering if I am opening myself up to any issues? TIA Why would it be illegal? as it is normally only allowed to stay with family. Please have a look at the other threads ("experience with rent committee" and there is another one...will look for it) thanks, will do. I'm curious now!
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Latest post on 04 May 2013 - 23:31
sorry do not know about tickets but do you know if there is an orchestra accompanying the ballet? TIA there should be, if it's same as the show in UK. I've seen it once and I LOVED it!
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Latest post on 04 May 2013 - 23:24
As my daughter has moved back to the States, I now have a bedroom/bath available in my Marina apartment. I know women share apartments and villas all over Dubai, so in what instance is it actually illegal? Or is it? I have listed on Dubizzle, but wondering if I am opening myself up to any issues? TIA Why would it be illegal?
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Latest post on 04 May 2013 - 23:22
Does anyone had a rhinoplasty with him? I found him when I googled rhinoplasty Dubai and liked the results I saw on his website. I want my nose to look nice and natural, NOT done! I've seen alot of bad nose jobs here so I'm bing very cautious in choosing the right doctor. I've already booked an appointment to see him next week, but would really be greatful for any feedback from ladies who had him. thanks I did, but in UK about 2 years ago. he's done a fantastic job. I went and saw him here, couple of months ago for botox. You're on good hands.
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Latest post on 04 May 2013 - 23:15
Hey, He's an amazing surgeon, I had my tuberous breasts corrected and enlarged 2 weeks ago, even though it's still early days,I can see the remarkable diffrence in shape, for the first time in my life I have "normal" looking breasts. I cannot comment on his nose surgeries but he's a great surgeon and I'm very very happy with what he's done for me. Hi, so you did it, Congrats!
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Latest post on 04 May 2013 - 23:03
Poor kids having to wait in this humidity. Thank goodness my youngest decided to not go after all - idiot was the word she used I believe :-) my 3 girls aren't fans either...
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 20:21
Ha, that's the Doctor I was talking about. in this case you're in great hands!
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 19:41
I agree, it's cheaper to ship than to buy. we had all our furniture shipped and only bought the car from here.
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 19:21
I haven't had PRP injections but know of a doctor in dhcc who does this. I know him from UK, had surgery with him couple of years ago. now i see him for botox and juvederme. where did you have it done? if you want the doctor's name, let me know.
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 18:52
It should do. just when you purchase the camera online, select to collect it at your nearest JL. when you go to collect it just explain the situation and I'm sure they'll sort out the paperwork for you. I bought two lapms from JL and they completed the paperwork for me there and then and I claimed the VAT back at Heathrow. Hope this helped ;)
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 17:33
Sweetcherry just ring and make an appointment at any of them listed, no registration. Ours asked for your Emirates ID on first visit. Thanks ;)
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Latest post on 05 March 2013 - 16:51
Shakespeare Cafe in Dubai Marina Mall. It's not a beach view, but the Marina is beautiful and you do get a bit of the beach between the buildings. Food is delicious as well. I 2nd that. I love the food at the Shakespear Cafe and their lemon mint drink is to die for!
 
 
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