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Gemma White

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Gemma White is a contributor for The National working across a range of topics for the Arts & Culture and Lifestyle departments. She moved to the UAE in 2005, and has worked as an editor for the past 10 years, including for Ahlan!, Scene and OK! Middle East. Her writing has appeared in Time Out, Grazia, Gulf News, Khaleej Times, Cosmopolitan, Emirates Woman, Vogue Arabia, and more.
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UV pills look to be increasing in popularity once again, but experts warn against relying on them to prevent sun damage. Getty Images
Can UV pills protect the skin and prevent sunburn?

They're being touted as a solution to sun-damaged skin, but are they a reliable replacement for traditional sunscreen?

LifestyleSeptember 03, 2025
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Face shapewear: The answer to a defined jawline or beauty gimmick?

Experts weigh on on the efficacy of wrapping the face for a more defined look

LifestyleAugust 30, 2025
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As Roblox faces bans, here are safety concerns every parent should know

Developer faces criticism over inappropriately dressed avatars and the ability for adults to converse with children

LifestyleAugust 27, 2025
Allow children to arrive at their own answers by asking open-ended questions related to the homework, suggest experts. Getty Images
School of thought: Should parents help children with homework?

Education experts explain why wrong answers can be right for pupils and how parents can offer guidance without proffering solutions

LifestyleAugust 26, 2025
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A mother-of-three’s guide to getting children ready to go back to school

From easing little ones back into routine to setting up uniform appointments, here are seven ways to make the transition feel less stressful

LifestyleAugust 17, 2025
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Should you update your skincare routine during pregnancy?

Hormonal fluctuations can cause changes including acne, facial pigmentation and stretch marks

WellbeingAugust 08, 2025
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Writer and director revealed, but who will play James Bond?

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FilmAugust 01, 2025
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Can hypnosis cure a fear of flying? How aviophobia management techniques work

Air travel is one of the most common phobias, and several methods have been shown to remove or aid its onset

LifestyleJuly 28, 2025
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Sticking point: Vitamin patches are on the rise, but do they work?

They stick to the skin, have cute designs and claim to release nutrients into the body through the skin

LifestyleJuly 27, 2025
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Cooking classes for children this summer

Restaurants in Abu Dhabi and Dubai offer everything from one-off sessions to week-long courses

FoodJuly 22, 2025
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What is meno-washing? What to look out for in products marketed for menopause

Experts weigh in on the supplements, skincare and lifestyle aids that claim to be a 'universal solution'

WellbeingJuly 21, 2025
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From candy to zero: 20 English words with Arabic origins

The cultural influence wielded by the Middle East extends further than many are aware of

Pop CultureJuly 20, 2025
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Is calorie counting hurting male mental health?

A new study has linked restrictive diets with depression, with a higher correlation in male research subjects

WellbeingJuly 06, 2025
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Hocus focus: Can you finish reading this article - and what does it mean if not?

Why mindfulness and time management techniques can make a difference

WellbeingJuly 04, 2025
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Cortisol cocktails promising stress relief are trending – but do they work?

Experts weigh in on social media’s favourite new four-ingredient drink, which claims to reduce stress and aid weight loss

WellbeingJuly 04, 2025
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