my dubai must- haves
1. a pair of good quality sunglasses
Before living in Dubai, I was not the type to wear shades on a daily basis, but now I make sure I have a pair on whenever I go outside to shield my eyes from the piercing heat. Investing in a good pair or two with really strong UV protection is recommended. Tip: Don't fall for the Buy one Take one hook in most convenience stores, i did a long while ago and the shades made my head ache!
2. Comfy sneakers
Being a mall rat, I love the huge shopping malls in Dubai but my feet definitely don't! Now I make sure I have my trusty pair of Nikes on when I spend the day in the mall, or a comfy pair of sandals/slippers when shoe shopping.
3. MAC Studio Fix
Not everyone is blessed with good skin so girls like me have to rely on the power of Mac Studio Fix to look at least presentable. This product is magic and can stand 45 degrees C of heat, with just a couple of blotting paper touch ups.
4. Lip Balm and Moisturizers
Battle the dryness! I make sure to always carry around a tube of Burts Bees or VS lip balm and B&B lotion to even out the flake.
5. Anti Hair Fall Shampoo
For some weird reason, the water here in Dubai is not hair friendly.It was a struggle to find a shampoo that suited my hair type without adding to the hairfall problem- and minimise it. Mine is Head and Shoulders Pink. What's yours?
6.Laptop
Every expat should have one. It is the most essential tool for communicating with family abroad, job hunting, socialising, etc.
7. Vitamin C
Being inside the AC for the whole day then braving the heat outside is not good for the system. Taking 1000mg a day protects me from getting sick.
8. Jacket and Scarves
I find the Dubai winter cold and that's perfectly normal, i guess, if you come from a tropical country like the Philippines. So I stock a few jackets and scarves for the colder months in my closet
9. A nice smelling cologne for the elevators
My least favorite moment is getting stuck in the elevator with an unbearable 'smell'. If i'm carrying my bag, I just take out my atomiser and spray when the 'smell' loads off.
10. Water
I know, i SHOULD drink more water.
Before living in Dubai, I was not the type to wear shades on a daily basis, but now I make sure I have a pair on whenever I go outside to shield my eyes from the piercing heat. Investing in a good pair or two with really strong UV protection is recommended. Tip: Don't fall for the Buy one Take one hook in most convenience stores, i did a long while ago and the shades made my head ache!
2. Comfy sneakers
Being a mall rat, I love the huge shopping malls in Dubai but my feet definitely don't! Now I make sure I have my trusty pair of Nikes on when I spend the day in the mall, or a comfy pair of sandals/slippers when shoe shopping.
3. MAC Studio Fix
Not everyone is blessed with good skin so girls like me have to rely on the power of Mac Studio Fix to look at least presentable. This product is magic and can stand 45 degrees C of heat, with just a couple of blotting paper touch ups.
4. Lip Balm and Moisturizers
Battle the dryness! I make sure to always carry around a tube of Burts Bees or VS lip balm and B&B lotion to even out the flake.
5. Anti Hair Fall Shampoo
For some weird reason, the water here in Dubai is not hair friendly.It was a struggle to find a shampoo that suited my hair type without adding to the hairfall problem- and minimise it. Mine is Head and Shoulders Pink. What's yours?
6.Laptop
Every expat should have one. It is the most essential tool for communicating with family abroad, job hunting, socialising, etc.
7. Vitamin C
Being inside the AC for the whole day then braving the heat outside is not good for the system. Taking 1000mg a day protects me from getting sick.
8. Jacket and Scarves
I find the Dubai winter cold and that's perfectly normal, i guess, if you come from a tropical country like the Philippines. So I stock a few jackets and scarves for the colder months in my closet
9. A nice smelling cologne for the elevators
My least favorite moment is getting stuck in the elevator with an unbearable 'smell'. If i'm carrying my bag, I just take out my atomiser and spray when the 'smell' loads off.
10. Water
I know, i SHOULD drink more water.
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