Salon for women in Abu Halaifa

My favorite stylist Josie has a new location to call home in Abu Halaifa and it's a very clean and spacious salon offering all kinds of services.

 

I've always wondered why the term "saloon" is used in Kuwait as we use this word in America to describe bars of the Old West. It seems it's an Indian term for barbershop so now I know.

Inglot O2M "breathable" nail Polish

A while ago I posted about the "breathable" nail polish that has been approved for Muslim women. There is an INGLOT store in the Avenues if anyone is interested and if you want to find more locations click here.

 

 

Unfortunately the creator of this polish has passed away suddenly on Saturday at the age of 57 after suffering internal hemorrhaging. (link)

Muslim women finally able to embrace manicures thanks to new 'breathable' nail polish that fits religious restrictions

Muslim women finally able to embrace manicures thanks to new 'breathable' nail polish that fits religious restrictions | Mail Online:

 A 'breathable' nail polish, which allows water vapors to pass through to the nail, is causing a stir among devout Muslim women who are unable to wear regular polish because of the washing involved in daily prayers.

Muslims' pre-prayer ritual includes washing the arms and face completely, where water must touch every surface - an impossible feat if a layer of paint is covering the nails.


But Inglot Cosmetics, a company from Poland which is available in the U.S. at Macy's, has released a new line of permeable polish called O2M which will allow Muslim women the freedom to wear polish as they please.