This month we have explored self-love and what it really means. It’s so easy to refer to ‘self-love’ in terms of specific actions, but what does the phrase actually mean?
“Self-love means having a high regard for your own well- being and happiness. Self-love means taking care of your own needs and not sacrificing your well-being to please others.” – (bbrfoundation.org)
Every time a client falls into a chair at Boho, we know that they are about to experience a few hours of actual, genuine self-care to cultivate their overall sense of self-love.
But, what about the time in between salon appointments?
We have put together our very own little list of self-love products that have become our self-care ritual essentials…
The Herbal Thymes is the first UAE-based, homegrown herbal business carrying a range of natural, herb-based beauty care products and alternative remedies. The Herbal Thymes doesn’t only sell but also educate and enlighten people about the natural power of herbs and how they can be used to enhance our daily lives.
Their Bath Soaks are available in…
Rose Formula – Best for skin toning and an energy boost Milky Chamomile – Best for skin soothing and nourishment Lavender Dreams – Best for deep relaxation and aromatherapy
Simply add 1-2 handfuls of bath soak to a warm bath, sit back and relax!
Ethica Eco takes ordinary, everyday things and makes them better for the earth. We all want to be healthy & care for our planet, now more than ever. And the way we consume is shifting.
Ethica Eco, a UAE born brand, is committed to creating transparent and brag- worthy everyday products so you can have it all and live a more sustainable, healthier & better lifestyle.
And, their Essential Oil Roll Ons are just simply divine! Think about how you want to feel, pair that with the signature blend of theirs that fits best – apply the roll on generously to your throat, neck, chest, shoulders, wrist or feet as desired….and relax!
Their blends are free from artificial fragrance and additives and are available in…
Sleep – A blend of Bergamot, Lavender, Eucalyptus & more, delivering a serene atmosphere, allowing bedtime to be a peaceful and welcomed experience. Our blend aids in sleep and relaxation and also helps you breath better.
Destress – When it’s time to restore your mind and body, pick this up! Rest your mind with our blend of Lavender, Sage with top notes of Lemongrass that reduces stress & anxiety and uplifts you.
Boss Babe – Chase after your goals, this blend of Patchouli, Cedarwood, Peppermint & more, promotes feelings of stability, focus, confidence and a sense of productivity for the spirit and mind.
Immunity – Includes 4 different types of oils and is the perfect companion for early mornings, long days, and tough workouts, offering support for a healthy lifestyle. With blends Cinnamon, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus & Sweet Orange, traditionally used in aromatherapy for their natural antibacterial properties to help support a healthy immune system.
Desire – Rekindle feelings of excitement, passion, and joy. A blend of cinnamon, patchouli, grapefruit & more… this blend speaks of passions and inspires a sense of energy and excitement.
PMS – A blend designed to naturally soothe premenstrual syndrome and period pains and elevate a sense of comfort and ease. A perfect blend of Sage, Patchouli, Lavender, Peppermint & more, relieves and balances the monthly hormonal fluctuations, irritability, anxiousness and discomfort.
And you can also try all six blends in the Essential Oil Collection.
Founder Louisa Booth, wanted to find a solution to sleeplessness on long flights – and here came POPMASK! These biodegradable, vegan self-heating eye masks help ease migraines, soothe puffy eyes, and help you relax and de-stress.
Here are just some of our favourite masks in the range…
Calm Self-Warming Pressure Point Eye Mask – This chamomile scented calming mask provides you with 20 minutes of soothing bliss. The heat specifically targets and warms key Chinese pressure points around your eyes as studied in Chinese medicine to be as relaxing as possible.
Big Hug Self-Heating Patches – Let’s be honest…periods suck and we need to get on with life, no matter what time of the month it is. These self- heating patches ease aches and pains associated with menstrual cramps. Simply stick the patch onto clothing or underwear in your chosen position and feel the gentle warmth all day or all night long.
Sleepover Self-Warming Steam Mask – Ah… the sleepover. Always fun and forever beloved. Bring a night of friendship and laughter to a peaceful close with our Rose-scented Sleepover Mask. This set provides 5 masks for the price of 4! After a movie and popcorn and maybe some face masks, this is the perfect way to drift into a deep slumber together.
Upfill takes all the natural ingredients that your body needs and creates concentrated formulations in the form of solid bars. Each Upfill bar is equivalent to two 250ml bottles. We love this zero-waste initiative and have to say, each of their bar formulations are simply gorgeous!
In particular, we have fallen in love with Scrubbery, their body scrub bar! The cute little strawberry seeds in this scrub will gently exfoliate your skin without removing the moisture. Yes! Upfill uses actual strawberry seeds as the scrubbing agent instead of those nasty micro-plastics.
Every single little act of love and kindness that you show yourself, on a daily basis, is what helps you to build a true sense of self-love. And we all know that, while practice doesn’t actually make perfect….it does make progress. So think of these little acts each day as mini practices in building yourself up, showing yourself the grace you deserve and helping you on your lifelong journey of self-love!
Here is a 10% discount to redeem on your first time purchase with us.
Code: New10
Meet Stephanie, Hair Assistant
Stephanie is Boho’s youngest member, starting as an Assistant with a desire to transition to a stylist.
When Stephanie is not at Boho you will find her in the beach, cooking or out visiting nice places
My goal is to become a professional and dynamic hair stylist
Meet Ever, Junior Stylist
A young and vibrant professional in the hair industry with 5 years of valuable experience.
Greet clients coming in with all smile, approachable, and friendly.
Desires to be a Senior Stylists.
If Ever is out of work you can find her in the beach ,watching movie and just chili’n.
“Being a part of this team is something I can be proud of. Beautiful people inside and out”.
Meet Liezl, Nail & Lash Technician at Boho Dubai
With a professional edge in nail art, nail maintenance and lashes, Liezl is passionate about sharing her skills with every client she meets and giving them the best beauty experience possible.
When booking with Liezl you can expect to leave extremely happy with your time together and the finished result.
When Liezl is not in the salon you will find her watching movies.
Liezl’s Dream?
To become the owner of her own salon back home…
Meet Tee, Nail Artist & Wax Specialist at Boho Dubai
With a professional edge in nail art, nail maintenance and hair removal, Tee is passionate about making clients look good and keeping their nails and skin healthy.
“I chose Boho Salon because the space and team all have an amazing vibe that I wanted to be a part of.”
When booking with Tee, you can expect a fun time and professionalism all the way.
When Tee is not in the salon you will find her cooking and baking, traveling and exploring.
“My superpower is that I can always solve problems with quick solutions.”
Tee’s Dream?
To have her own academy where she can train girls on beauty services…
Meet Menuka, Nail Artist at Boho Dubai
With a professional edge in nail art, nail extensions and nail maintenance, Menuka is passionate about sharing her artistic side and creativity with every client she meets.
“I am thrilled to join the Boho team where I know I will be a part of the best team and be able to learn and develop my skills.”
When booking with Menuka you can expect an amazing service, outcome and a lovely chat.
When Menuka is not in the salon you will find her cooking.
“My superpower is that I can make any type of client happy.”
Menuka’s Dream?
To build her own house and own her own business…
Meet Ruby, Senior Lash & Nail Technician
With a professional edge in nail art, nail maintenance and lashes, Ruby is passionate about making her clients really happy with the outcome.
“As I was reading the reviews about Boho, I was amazed how professional the team is and I knew it was a team that I wanted to be a part of.”
When Ruby is not in the salon you will find her singing.
“My superpower is that I am very flexible.”
Ruby’s Dream?
To be financially independent…
Meet Liezl, Nail & Lash Technician at Boho Dubai
With a professional edge in nail art, nail maintenance and lashes, Liezl is passionate about sharing her skills with every client she meets and giving them the best beauty experience possible.
When booking with Liezl you can expect to leave extremely happy with your time together and the finished result.
When Liezl is not in the salon you will find her watching movies.
Liezl’s Dream?
To become the owner of her own salon back home…
Meet Megan, Senior Stylist at Boho Dubai
With a professional edge and passion for corrective color, natural lived-in balayage and achieving tailored looks with the newest cutting and styling trends, Megan is a warm, welcoming and knowledgeable member of our team.
“I love the salon ethos being pro-environmental and that Boho shows a sense of community with focus on staff development. I’m excited to be a part of a progressive business that is growth-oriented in Dubai!”
When booking with Megan, you can expect a friendly vibe, informative suggestions on all aspects of hair, a truly down to earth approach and ability to manage your expectations while giving you the most amazing results.
When Megan is not in the salon you will find her doing anything outdoors and in nature, travelling, camping, cooking, reading, focusing on self-development and spending time with friends and family.
“My super power is remaining calm, cool and collected even in difficult scenarios, being easy to talk too, positive and kind.”
Megan’s Dream?
To make a positive difference…
Meet Carla, Dubai Salon Coordinator
Carla is a dedicated and accomplished professional with 15 years of work experience, showcasing her diverse skills and adaptability. Her career journey has been marked by a passion for helping others and a commitment to continuous growth and development.
Driven by a desire to explore her interests further, Carla decided to transition into the hair and beauty industry from medical field, where she found her true calling as a salon coordinator. Leveraging her intelligence, attention to detail, and exceptional organizational skills, she excelled in this role. Her ability to create a welcoming and nurturing environment for both staff and clients contributed significantly to the salon’s success.
Her interpersonal skills and ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds have allowed her to build strong relationships with customers, making them feel valued and heard.
“Boho is doing something that I never thought is possible in this industry, Sustainability. Having the ability to work and have a great purpose is something that I am proud of as a member of the team”.
Meet Lucy, Artist Director at Boho Dubai
With a professional edge and passion for moulding and transforming something everyday into a work of art, Lucy understands just how personal hair is and that its link to who a person truly is can be so powerful. Lucy prides herself on getting to know each and every client, not just for who they appear to be but who they really are as a person.
“Joining Boho was never just an option, it was a must. The core values aligned so well with what I believe is the future of our industry. The concept and heart is what I want to push forward in this new adventure, balancing education and soul to create wonderful experiences. Boho definitely offers the tools to be authentic and grow and that’s why I am excited to join the team.”
When booking with Lucy, you can expect complete authenticity and transparency, giving you the best she has to offer in every appointment.
When Lucy is not in the salon you will find her surfing, trying exotic foods, reading, meditating, travelling, doing adrenaline sports, listening to thrilling podcasts and music and writing.
“My superpower is empathy and humour.”
Lucy’s Dream?
To change how the world views hair and to visit all seven wonders of the world…
Meet Annabelle, Hair Assistant
With a professional edge and passion for blow drys and curl hydration, Annabelle is a continuous learner, always striving to absorb every bit of knowledge she can and then bringing it to life with her clients.
“I chose Boho because I knew I would learn so much and have the opportunity to advance my skillset and make clients happy.”
When Annabelle is not in the salon you will find her busy as can be keeping in touch with all her friends and family.
“My superpower is that I am a Cat Woman.”
Annabelle’s Dream?
To be a great hairdresser and own her own salon…
Meet Laurelle, Receptionist & Salon Assistant
With a professional edge and passion for blow drys, curl hydration & styling, braids, hair & scalp treatments, color assisting and being the star greeter to all clients, Laurelle is determined to ensure all clients leave Boho feeling happy and fulfilled.
“I chose Boho because their values make them stand apart from any of the other salon I have been in.”
When Laurelle is not in the salon you will find her exploring, travelling and listening to music.
“My superpower is that I can read minds.”
Laurelle’s Dream?
To become a great business woman who travels around the world and to be able to support people in need…
Meet Mae, Salon Stylist
With a professional edge and passion for hair & scalp treatments, blowdrys, curling, straightening, full color and curly hair, Mae uses every single opportunity with a client to share her knowledge and skillset to create their vision. Mae loves working with curly clients, helping them embrace their natural hair and teaching ways to care for their curly locks at home.
“Hairdressing is routinely voted as one of the happiest jobs in this word and doing this at Boho, with a friendly team and environment, has been the best decision.”
When Mae is not in the salon you will find her dancing and having a laugh and joke with her friends. When in the salon….you will find her dancing her way across the space.
Mae’s Dream?
To become a fully qualified hairdresser…
Meet Angie, Hair Assistant & Beautician
With a professional edge and passion for curl hydration, treatments, styling and color assisting, hair removal and massages, Angie is our true all-arounder and the heart of Boho.
When Angie is not in the salon you will find her keeping busy with friends, chatting to family and trying new experiences as often as possible.
“My superpower is that I am a Wonder Woman.”
Angie’s Dream?
To someday become a salon owner…
Meet Jocelyn, Salon Stylist & Lash Technician
With a professional edge and passion for highlights, balayage, coloring, hair extensions, hair & scalp treatments, blowdrys, hair ups, curly hydration & style, lash & brow therapy and hair removal, Jocelyn is always learning and developing her many skills. She is the ultimate creative and applies her vision to every client’s need.
“Boho offers an opportunity to learn and grow around becoming a more sustainable human being.”
When booking with Jocelyn, you can expect an efficient and open consultation, getting to know exactly what her clients want to achieve and then working her magic to make it happen.
When Jocelyn is not in the salon you will find her singing, dancing and speaking to family and friends back home.
“My superpower is being a Wonder Woman, making the impossible possible and helping all the people who need me.”
Jocelyn’s Dream?
To be a successful business owner and to help all my loved ones…
Meet Negar, Senior Colorist & Bridal Stylist
With a professional edge and passion for hair color, hairups, and hair extensions, Negar brings with her 11 years of experience working with different hair textures and techniques between UAE, Ukraine, Iran & Germany.
Negar is continuously learning and looking to develop her skills and grow in the industry.
When booking with Negar, except a friendly face with a big smile throughout your appointment
“I choose to work for Boho because of their vision toward sustainability and their mission toward making the world a better place”.
Negar’s superpower is resilience and the ability to build herself back up.
Negar’s Dream:
To live in a world without war & animal cruelty.
Meet Tayla, Senior Stylist
Tayla brings with her a 9 years of experience & having vast skills in personalized colour with ample techniques she loves being able to make each client feel special and unique, helping them feel confident with the locks they’ve been blessed with. She’s a natural based stylist that likes to encourage and educate her clients to love and work with their natural colour and texture.
“Since joining Boho, I feel like I’ve gained a little bit home back, you are allowed to be whoever you want to be once you walk through our doors. Having a purpose in this industry is so important and I can slowly feel mine coming back now that I’m with such an awesome team.”
Tayla will always try her best to ensure that you know every detail going into your new look and making sure you will always feel comfortable and safe in her chair.
When Tayla is not in the salon you can find her at the beach, trying new restaurants and sleeping
“My superpower is being laidback, it takes a lot to bend me out of shape”
Meet Gayle, Senior Stylist
With a professional edge and passion for color, curls, short cuts, hair-ups and treatments Gayle prides herself on being collaborative with clients, rather than taking control. Her sociable and creative style allows her to talk her heart out with clients while making them feel and look amazing.
“Boho is the first sustainable salon I’ve worked in and its ethics are a big part of what I believe in along with having a homely, relaxed and calming feeling as soon as you step through the door.”
When booking with Gayle, you can expect a listener who values what her clients have to say, while also adding her professional knowledge and opinion, to help achieve the best result together.
When Gayle is not in the salon you will find her shopping, swimming and eating nice food.
“My superpower is that I can sleep anywhere, anytime.”
Gayle’s Dream?
There are simply too many to list…
Meet Francesca, Master Stylist
With a professional edge and passion for all hair types including balayage and curly hair, Francesca finds joy in meeting new clients and building trusting, loyal relationships with each one. Francesca’s main priority is getting to know her client’s hair and achieving the desired goal so they leave with happy, healthy hair.
“I love the ethics, values and family environment that Boho has to offer.”
When booking with Francesca, you can expect 100% professionalism and attention to detail, dedicated time during your appointment, trust and lots of laughter.
When Francesca is not in the salon you will find her either dancing or watching Netflix.
“My superpower is empathy.”
Francesca’s dream?
To have a lovely family and kids and become financially independent…
LAYLA ALHAJJAJ
Layla Al-Hajjaj started her career as an Engineer in the Oil and Gas industry, moving from Technical to Sales and to Operation Management over six and half years. After carrying out her extensive career in five different countries, Layla felt it was time for a change and stepped away from the corporate world. She moved into non-profit work to help her own community. Within a government entity, she was able to deliver projects which created inclusion opportunities for those with intellectual disabilities, specifically within Health & Fitness, Education, Sports, Community Engagement, Youth, Art and Technology.
In 2020, with the arrival of a global pandemic, Layla was inspired to start a new project focused on contributing to her community and planet through minimizing waste, educating people about sustainable and ethical beauty…and ultimately, being a part of the change this world needs. Layla’s goal with Boho is to create a sustainable and profitable local business which gives back and helps people to realize that we are all capable of being the change we wish to see in the world.
Hannah Blackburn
“Boho not only spreads awareness about sustainability, but shares knowledge and education on what can be done. It is the first salon I know that is very passionate about the environment and cares where your hair and beauty products originated from.”
Hannah is the newest member of the Boho team. Originally from Leeds, England she has an NVQ Level 2 & 3 and has lived in the Middle East for the past seven years. Specializing in Blonde Hair, Balayage, Hair Transformation and Color, Hannah is passionate about making her clients feel special by bringing her creativity and knowledge to each appointment,
