Calling herself a Londoner through and through, Lauren was one of the first stylists to join roots when it opened in 2015 – she loves her clients, loves Doha and says she has no plans to leave anytime soon. Lauren has an outgoing bubbly personality and has 10 years’ experience in the hair industry. Her passion is hair and she specialises in Afro Caribbean hair, long curly blowouts, extensions and she has studied the science of hair trichology in London. Lauren’s favourite service is her Blow Dry and she is brilliant at creating any style with her brush that can last for days. You will have to book well in advance because Lauren is always in demand.

Lauren says “being a hair stylist is a chance to be the person to make others feel special”. Her favorite service is anything that puts a smile on someone’s face. She says having fun at the same time is an added bonus. Lauren relishes working at Roots because of the personal touch the salon offers by concentrating on the clients’ needs. She loves the salon’s clean simplicity and colours and says it is a great place to work as everyone is so welcoming.

La Spiga in The W Hotel is her favourite restaurant in Doha and she says you should try the Salmon on the menu it’s delicious.

SENIOR HAIR STYLIST

Hairdressing is in Jayde’s blood. She was born with scissors in her hand and from an early age she knew she would make a living this way.

After spending 10 years working in Edinburgh learning the latest fashions and trends, Jayde came to Doha to get a more international view on hair styling. Jayde was a finalist in the L’Oreal Colour Trophy, which is a fantastic achievement in the hair industry and she has incredible hands that can turn any type of hair-up into a work of art. You can see some of her creations on our Facebook Page.

Jayde describes Roots as an “international salon where glamour can become a reality”. She loves its constant research of beauty, perfection and style. Jayde particularly enjoys seeing the whole transformation from start to finish, especially how colour and cut work together. She says “there is nothing better than seeing a look turn into something spectacular from shampooing to the finishing touches of styling”.

Jayde is a fan of her new home in Doha and she says you should go to Neo on the Salwa Road and enjoy the Maki Patters or all the sushi you can eat for only QR150 – sounds great value.

BEAUTY THERAPIST

Ni joined roots in February 2017 from the UAE, where she worked in a 5-star Spa. Ni comes from Bali, where her family lives and has 15 years’ experience in the beauty business, offering a wide range of services to an outstanding level. All her customers rave about Ni, and all come back regularly for their treatments, as she works wonders on their bodies and their skin. Once you try Ni’s Guinot Facials you will not want to go anywhere else. The products are absolutely amazing and her deep understanding of them gives her clients the very best results and they all say they can see a real difference after their treatment.

Ni has the ability to understand what each client needs and will cater to that need perfectly. Since arriving she has quickly built herself a very loyal following of clients who come in regularly.

Ni loves Asian food and one of her favourite places in Doha is Elements at the Four Seasons Hotel where she recommends the Chicken Thai Green Curry.

NAIL, WAX & BROW TECHNICIAN

Sandra has been in the beauty business for 10 years and came to Doha from Abu Dhabi, although she originally comes from the Philippines. Putting it simply Sandra “loves what she does and what she does, she does brilliantly”. Sandra joined roots in April 2016 and in a very short time Sandra has built herself an amazing reputation in Doha with a large number of loyal clients who return again and again. Sandra gives her clients the most awesome manicure and pedicure services and her waxing skills are unsurpassed in Doha. A waxing trainer even commented that she learnt a few things from Sandra after having her waxing done at roots!

Sandra also offers brow shaping and if you have not tried it, we recommend you do – many of her clients have been converted to regular brow shaping, which she has perfected being mindful that every hair is removed while taking into consideration her clients’ preferences on shape, colour and thickness. Sandra loves to give her clients an outstanding service leaving them feeling truly special and consequently she is always very busy.

At the weekends Sandra likes to relax with her friends on the beach and have a barbecue. When she does find time to go out for a meal her favourite restaurant is Nandos where she always has the Espetados.