Today, let’s talk about beauty because it is one really important aspect of being a girlie.

If you’ve ever felt like your skincare or makeup taps out by 2 PM, this read  is definitely for you. 2025 is different— AI is advancing and brands are finally creating products that understand the UAE climate, culture, and skin. So if you’ve been thinking of upgrading your beauty shelf, this article is for you!

Here are 6 beauty picks that are changing the game this year, especially if you live in Dubai or anywhere hot, dry, or just extra.

 AI Skin Scanners – Skin Coaching in Your Pocket!

AI Skin Scanner

Imagine having your own skincare expert in your bathroom mirror or on your phone! Impossible before but it is now! These AI-powered tools scan your face, track oil, dryness, sun exposure—everything—and suggest what your skin actually needs that day. Isn’t that amazing?

Why you’ll love it:

• No more random product shopping. Imagine finally getting a product and not getting disappointed at the outcome because you now shop with intention.
• You get personalized care that adjusts as your skin does.

Tools to try out: L’Oréal’s Perso 2.0 or Neutrogena’s Skin360+ app.

Long-Wear Foundations That Last Longer

UAE heat? That will no longer be a problem. These new foundations are built for it. They stay matte, don’t melt off, and somehow still look like skin—not cake.

Recommendations:

• Huda Beauty FauxFilter Luminous Matte
• Estée Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue
• Makeup That Acts (And Feels) Like Skincare

Makeup That Acts (And Feels) Like Skincare

Makeup that clogs and dries were for 2024! 2025 makeup is pulling double duty! You can use them to both hydrate your lips, strengthen your lashes, and even soothe breakouts.

Recommendations:

• Fenty Skin Tint
• Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Blush

Sunscreen Sticks That Work With Your Makeup

Sunscreen

Let’s be real—no one likes greasy sunscreens. This year, it’s all about sunscreen sticks. They blend with your skin perfectly, feel like nothing, and won’t ruin your glam.

Why you need one:

You can actually reapply, even over makeup. And that’s a skincare win.

Recommendations:

• Shiseido Clear Stick SPF 50+
• Supergoop! Glow Stick SPF 50

 Skincare That Respects Your Skin Barrier

Face Vinegar

Between AC, sun, and sand, our skin gets tired, especially in the UAE. That’s why microbiome-friendly skincare is trending. These products feed your good bacteria and keep your barrier strong.

They are just like probiotics, but for your face.

Recommendations:

• Gallinée Face Vinegar
• Biossance Probiotic Gel Moisturizer

Hair Oils Your Hair Would Love – Minus the Grease

Hair oil

Black seed and argan oil were the pride of the decades past as they were amazingly for hair growth. In 2025 hair oils are taking those ingredients and making them lightweight, fast-absorbing, and heavenly scented.

Why you’d love them:

You get all the shine, with zero heavy buildup.

Recommendations:

• Ojar Hair & Body Oils
• The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Hair Serum (now with date extract)

Conclusion:

2025 is the year we stop struggling with products not made for us. These picks are smart, climate-aware, and made to make you feel like your best, glowiest self—whether you’re heading out in Dubai heat or filming content indoors.

Save this list. Screenshot it. Share it. You deserve to glow without any unnecessary stress!

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