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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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There are two types of hair transplant treatments, with costs typically starting at Dh10,000 in the UAE. Getty Images
Combating male baldness: From hair transplants to grooming

Experts explain the science and the solutions available for men who are not ready to embrace their changing look

Fashion & BeautyJune 30, 2024
Gemma White
For some parents in the UAE, school drop-off and pick-up times have been noticeably quiet after Eid. Getty Images
Don't take kids out of school before term ends, it's the fun part

Parents should be aware the term doesn’t end simply because they are 'over' taking their kids to school

LifestyleJune 25, 2024
Gemma White
Justin Timberlake's world tour comes amid a changing music and pop culture landscape filled with fans who may not be as forgiving as previous generations. Getty Images
Fast fading star: Rise and fall of Justin Timberlake

Fans are taking another look at the former boy band star following a series of black marks against his once-pristine image

Music & On-stageJune 19, 2024
Gemma White
Summer camps are the ideal way to keep little ones entertained and energised during the summer. Photo: Carlos Mango / Unsplash
UAE summer camps, from martial arts to horse riding

Ten options from across the country, what they involve and how much they cost

Things to doJune 18, 2024
Gemma White
Learning to play a musical instrument later on in life comes with an array of health benefits. Getty Images
The benefits (and challenges) of learning a musical instrument as an adult

Picking up an instrument later in life could improve mental health and keep depression at bay

WellbeingJune 14, 2024
Gemma White
Heat and humidity during the UAE's summer months mean parents must think of creative ways to entertain children indoors. Getty Images
How to keep children safe and entertained in UAE summers

Whether starting a family in the Emirates or considering moving here with children, here’s what to know about staying safe and entertained

Home & GardenJune 12, 2024
Gemma White
Chef Michael Rafidi was named Outstanding Chef at the James Beard Foundation awards ceremony for his Washington restaurant Albi. AP
Chef dedicates culinary award to 'Palestinians around the world'

Owner of Michelin-starred Albi restaurant in Washington dedicates prize to 'Palestinians all over the world'

FoodJune 11, 2024
Gemma White
Surgeons say the rise in men seeking surgery is not driven by images they see on social media, but by a desire to look more like their younger selves. Photo: Wind Ira / Unsplash
From the ‘daddy do-over’ to the ‘CEO tyre’, the rise in male cosmetic surgery

Although not yet as open about their treatment as women, more men are facing up to it

WellbeingJune 07, 2024
Gemma White
Using a face and body scrub increases blood flow and helps skincare products get absorbed better. Getty Images
The benefits of exfoliating and how to do it correctly

It can improve elasticity, help with the appearance of acne and stimulate blood flow

Fashion & BeautyJune 02, 2024
Gemma White
Amalfi Villa is on Jumeirah Bay Island, Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
In Ronaldo's neighbourhood: Inside a Dh22m villa on Jumeirah Bay

Polo-playing Swiss lawyer shows The National around his four-storey Amalfi Villa on Dubai’s seahorse-shaped getaway

Home & GardenMay 29, 2024
Gemma White
In summer, some may need more than an underarm deodorant to tackle perspiration and odour. Photo: Evelyn Semenyuk / Unsplash
Can full-body deodorants help excessive sweating this summer?

Other than underarm products, there are treatments specifically for the feet, back and groin areas, though medics say to look for non-irritating ingredients

Fashion & BeautyMay 21, 2024
Gemma White
Whether you choose to stay at a child's birthday party or drop your kids off and leave, there are things to do to help out the host parent. Photo: Lidya Nada / Unsplash
Children’s parties and a parent's dilemma: Should I stay or go?

No matter your preference, there are some ground rules we need to talk about

LifestyleMay 17, 2024
Gemma White
Wednesday and Scream VI star Jenna Ortega is the current queen of grungecore, a look that is both strong and also undone. Photo: @jennaortega / Instagram
2024 hair trends you can do now, from the inverted bob to grungecore

From Maude Apatow’s fresh take on the classic bob to Jenna Ortega’s grungecore revival, these six hairstyles will take you through summer and beyond

Fashion & BeautyMay 17, 2024
Gemma White
Taylor Swift is the queen of the modern pop diss track, taking exes, former friends and managers to task in song. Reuters
Non hip-hop diss tracks, from The Beatles to Taylor Swift

Kendrick Lamar and Drake may currently be embroiled in one of rap’s biggest beefs, but these nine songs are proof the diss track goes way beyond rap

Music & On-stageMay 07, 2024
Gemma White
Hibiscus grandiflorus shrubs can be planted even during the warm UAE spring. Getty Images
What to plant and when in the UAE, from trees to house plants

Following the seasons helps you create your own green oasis indoors or outdoors

Home & GardenMay 05, 2024
Gemma White
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