AI lullabies, magnesium mocktails & a vitamin dome you can walk inside

Hey Wellness Besties,

We all know how incredible living in Dubai is - sunshine, brunches, beach days, instashop - but one thing we just can’t hack is the air quality. So after a few of those hazy, throat tickling days last week, we decided it was time for a little wellness intervention. We rounded up a few of our favourite products that help us breathe a bit easier and support our bodies when the air outside isn’t doing us many favours.

👉 Click here to get the full Air Quality Survival Kit sent to your email

Now, not everything on the list is a fancy gadget. Think snake plants (nature’s own air purifiers), neti pots for a quick nasal rinse, and even simple things like showering or changing clothes after being out in the smog. These small swaps can make a big difference.

And honestly, lets not forget the best air purifier is still nature itself - trees, wind, sunshine, the whole deal. But when stepping outside feels more “dust storm” than “deep breath”, there are tools that can help make your indoor space feel closer to the outdoors.

I know biohacking can sound a bit intense, and it gets a bit of a bad rap at times but oftentimes it’s just about getting back to nature - grounding, real sunlight, clean water, non toxic materials, and spaces that help your body relax rather than react. Our modern world might be a little extra in the toxin department, but the good news? We can be extra in the care department too.

And speaking of getting outside.. Our next Wellness Stroll will be Wednesday 26th November. Keep your eyes peeled to the ‘gram for the RSVP link and full details coming soon!

Here’s to breathing a little deeper, living a little cleaner, and supporting each other while we do it 🤍

With love (and clean air),

Womanly, Jumeirah 3- Dubai’s New Home for Feminine Wellbeing

If you’ve been looking for a space that finally gets it - the rhythms, realities, and rituals of being a woman - meet Womanly, the newest (and honestly, long-overdue) sanctuary in Dubai.

Founded by Laetitia, a lymphatic drainage expert with 15 years in global beauty and wellness, Womanly was shaped by real life: motherhood, intuition, recovery, and the need for a space where women could land softly and return to themselves. It’s the first destination of its kind here - created for women, by women.

💗 What Makes Womanly Special

Womanly brings everything a modern woman needs into one beautifully considered space - from feminine-focused movement classes (think Pilates, Barre, Functional Flow, and pre & postnatal) to deeply intuitive rituals like their signature lymphatic drainage and Green Peel facials (the perfect alternative to micro-needling). There’s immersive well-tech including the Light Room for LED therapy and the Dream Room for next-level nervous system reset, plus an infrared sauna to support recovery, hormones, and deeper rest.

Their café is crafted with intention - collagen lattes, adaptogenic blends, and nourishing sips designed to support hormones, mood, and steady energy. It’s also a space to linger: to sit, reconnect, and catch up with other women after class or treatment. And one detail we thought was genius: a dedicated baby-feeding room, making the space truly supportive of all phases of womanhood.

✨ Why We Love It

Because it’s a feminine-first approach to wellness that feels warm, grounding, and intuitive. It’s thoughtful, it’s elevated, and it’s exactly what Dubai was missing.

🎁 Competition Time

Womanly are gifting one lucky Wellness Drop bestie a Green Peel Facial - a natural, herbal peeling treatment that activates skin renewal without harsh acids or invasive methods. Just plant power, lymphatic stimulation, and a visible glow.

The 60-minute treatment includes: ✨ The Green Peel ✨ Their signature lymphatic drainage face massage ✨ A dreamy scalp massage.

(Value: AED 650)

To enter, head to our Instagram post on Monday and follow the steps there. Good luck 🤍

A fresh new week and Dubai is absolutely buzzing with wellness energy — from rooftop Sanctum rituals to icy Lagree, vision board magic, and the city’s biggest run of the year. With Dubai Fitness Challenge in full swing, the calendar is stacked… so here are the highlights we think you’ll love. 💛

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Wellness Experience
Sunday 16 November, 3pm - 6pm
Warehouse 4, Al Quoz
Join Right2Know for a wholesome afternoon designed for the whole family — where science meets play, and wellbeing becomes a shared experience. Expect practical wellness tools for parents (longevity habits, frequency healing, clean-air hacks) and fun, mindful activities for kids (nutrition games, gut health basics, and movement for calm bodies + happy minds).Plus, a mini wellness market!
Book here

💪 Celebrity Transformation Workout
Monday 17 November, 9:00 AM
Address Beach Resort
A powerhouse collaboration by Immersiv x Kailo. Train with globally recognised performance coaches Jay Cardiello and Raj Trivedi (they’ve worked with J.Lo, the Kardashians, 50 Cent…), alongside Melissa McAllister of Immersiv. Expect a transformative blend of strength, mindfulness, movement and recovery - restoring balance, energy, and connection.
Book here

🔥 Sanctum & Alo
Monday 17 & Tuesday 18 November, 7–9 PM
PEAQ Wellness
Sanctum joins forces with Alo for an immersive evening of ritual + recovery. Move through a signature Sanctum sequence blending HIIT, Kundalini yoga, breathwork and meditation, then unwind with optional contrast therapy to boost recovery and reset your nervous system.
Book here

☀️ The Longevity Living Movement
Friday 21 November, 8:30 AM
Villa White Moss, Arabian Ranches
A beautiful morning of grounding breathwork + outdoor sound healing with Liv Prescott, followed by a higher-self meditation and an intimate wellness talk with Kate Living. Nourishing refreshments and a luxury supplements goodie bag make this the perfect pre-festive nervous system reset.
Book here

🧬 The Longevity Conference
Friday 21–Saturday 22 November
Mövenpick Jumeirah Beach
Two days of deep dives into ageing well, resilience, biohacking and long-term vitality — from leading practitioners and global wellness minds.
Book here

🌿 Sanctum: Global Wellness Summit Morning Awakening
Saturday 22 November, 8–10 AM
Dubanya, The Palm
Begin your weekend — and close Summit week — with an energising rooftop Sanctum experience overlooking Dubai Marina. Expect movement, breathwork, emotion and depth. You can also add on access to Dubanya’s world-class ice bath + plunge circuit for the ultimate contrast therapy ritual.
Book here

❄️ Lagree on Ice
Saturday 22 November, 7:00 AM & 7:50 AM
Ski Dubai
Gigi brings Lagree to the snow for Dubai Fitness Challenge. Microformer classes in sub-zero temperatures = strength, balance and focus in the coolest setting imaginable.
Book via DM

☕ Pilates on the Beach
Saturday 22 November, 8 AM
Morn Brew, Kite Beach
Start your Saturday with a Pilates class on the sand, followed by coffee or matcha, water, and a goodie bag. Snatched gymwear will be there too with special discounts + their full collection IRL.
Book here

🎨 Vision Board Workshop & Healthy Brunch
Saturday 22 November, 3 PM
Angel Cakes, Creek Harbour
The Smart & Hot Club partners with Angel Cakes for an afternoon of dreaming, planning and creating your 2025 vision. Expect a beautiful private space, delicious healthy food and all materials included. A creative, inspiring way to set your intentions.
Book here

🧗‍♀️ Climb for a Cause
Saturday 22 November
ICD Brookfield Place
As part of DFC, climb either 30 or 54 floors — all for an incredible cause. 100% of ticket sales go to Al Jalila Foundation. Expect a Runners’ Village with food stands, massages, IV drips, entertainment and more. All ages welcome.
Register here

✨ The Ultimate Wellness Retreat
Saturday 22 November, 2–6 PM
Glow Deck x Blended
A golden-hour yacht retreat blending Pilates, a manifestation workshop, jacuzzi dips, delicious food, and matcha + coffee bar. A relaxed, feel-good afternoon at sea with a small group of women. Goodie bags by Benefit Cosmetics included.
Book here

🏃 Dubai Run
Sunday 23 November, 6:30 AM
Sheikh Zayed Road
The world’s biggest free community fun run returns — with a 5km route perfect for families, and a 10km route finishing at DIFC. Expect a city-wide energy boost.
Register here

 INDUSTRY TRENDS AND NEWS

🌈 Vitamin See Lands at Kite Beach
Dubai’s gone full sci-fi with its latest wellness pop-up — and it’s one you’ll want to step inside. Vitamin See, created by Centrum (yes, the multivitamin OG), is a multisensory dome that literally lets you see your wellness in colour, light, and sound. You’ll start with a quick, tech-based vitamin check that maps your body’s unique nutrient profile — then step into a glowing world of monoliths, movement, and music as your results come to life. It’s immersive, inclusive (sound-guided for the visually impaired), and totally free to explore.
Outtake: Find it at Kite Beach from November 11–18 -and if you go, let us know what you think! We haven’t checked it out yet, but we’re very intrigued. 👀
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🎧 NextSense Just Reinvented the Lullaby
Born in Google’s Moonshot Factory, NextSense just raised $16M to launch brain-sensing earbuds that track and improvey our sleep. The wireless Smartbuds use EEG tech and adaptive “pink noise” soundscapes proven to boost deep sleep by up to 50% — basically, a lullaby engineered by AI. Shipping later this year, they’ll also offer focus and relaxation modes as NextSense partners with universities and pharma to explore the ear as a new gateway to the brain.
Punchline: Forget counting sheep — your earbuds just took over the night shift.
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🫶 TRIP Is Redefining Calm
The London-born functional drinks brand TRIP just secured a cool $40M at a $300M+ valuation — with Joe Jonas and Alessandra Ambrosio on board. After hitting $100M in revenue this year and landing in 60K+ stores globally, the brand’s now eyeing rapid US expansion. Once known for its CBD blends, TRIP’s traded hemp for magnesium, adaptogens, and electrolytes — creating sparkling drinks and gummies that promise calm without the crash. It’s part of the new wave of “balance bevs” designed to take the edge off, not take you out.
Punchline: Stress is out, soft power is in — and TRIP’s bottling the vibe.
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🐝 The Well B Festival Is Bringing the Buzz to Dubai
Mark your calendars: The Well B Festival is landing at The Palace Grounds, Madinat Jumeirah from February 13–15, 2026 — and it’s shaping up to be Dubai’s biggest weekend of music, mindfulness, and movement (all with a side of Burj Al Arab views). Inspired by the harmony of a beehive, the fest celebrates community over competition — think buzzing, not burnout. Expect sweaty workouts, soulful escapes, and plenty of good vibes across zones like The Hive Rocks Fitness Challenge and Bee Well Zone for post-sweat calm. There’ll be yoga, meditation, sound healing, ice baths, and guided recovery, plus Hive Kitchen & Foodie Village serving up nourishing bites, demos, and feel-good food inspo. Add in live DJ sets, mindset talks, and sports challenges — and you’ve got the perfect blend of endorphins and ease.
Bottom line: Dubai’s wellness scene is about to get louder, softer, and a whole lot sweeter. Pre-register now for up to 50% off — early bees get the best deals.

💬 Fitness Influencers, It’s Time to Get Verified
From sketchy supplement tips to “miracle” workouts, wellness misinformation is everywhere. Active IQ’s new Trust Your Trainer campaign wants that to change — calling on TikTok and Meta to create a visible trust mark for qualified experts. The goal? Help users spot who’s credible, protect the public from unsafe advice, and give real professionals the recognition they deserve. Because having followers isn’t the same as having qualifications.
Bottom Line: The future of fitness advice might come with a check mark — and honestly, it’s about time. Followers don’t equal qualifications - and credibility should always count more than clicks.
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🔮 TREND TO WATCH

💬 Clean vs. Clinical: The Next Beauty Shift
For years, “clean beauty” ruled the shelves — gentle ingredients, eco-friendly packaging, and the promise of purity over potency. But the tide is turning. A new clinical beauty wave is rising, swapping “free from” for “proven to work.” Consumers now want results they can measure, not just claims that sound good, and brands are responding with dermatologist-backed actives and science-driven formulas. Rather than replacing clean, clinical beauty is evolving it — merging transparency with tangible results. Think biotech ingredients, sleek lab-inspired packaging, and an emphasis on skin longevity over surface glow. Even clean pioneers are rebranding around evidence-based credibility.
Outtake: Clean beauty walked so clinical could run — expect more lab coats, fewer leafy logos, and a glow you can prove.
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🔬RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT

🍯 Honey vs Gels: The Sweet Surprise for Endurance Fuel
A new study on trained cyclists found that honey matched traditional carbohydrate gels for metabolic response, endurance performance, and gut tolerance during long steady state exercise. In other words, nature held its own against the lab. The only drawback? It is far less convenient to squeeze out mid-ride without coating yourself in a sugary glaze.
Outtake: Great on performance, questionable on convenience.

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