www.bruskobarbers.com

Since: 2018

Founders: Roy Cruz, Abi Gaddi Cruz, Algene Suria, Malu Gallardo

More than just a barber shop at JLT, Brusko Barkers redefines the male grooming experience. A breath of fresh air among Dubai’s hustle and bustle, it is one of the only high-end Filipino–owned barbershops in the region. By combining old school service with a modern backdrop, the brand has become famous for mastering both classy and edgy stylistic executions by way of their experienced, veteran barbers. Influencers across the region have also quoted Brusko as their preferred go to grooming service.  The homegrown brand has gone on to gain industry recognition as a finalist for the ‘Best in Grooming’ category at the Men’s Health & Women’s Health Middle East Awards in 2018.

STRAWBERRY NAILS AND HAIR SALON

www.facebook.com/StrawberryNailsDubai

Since: May 2014

Founders: Deffany Guillar and Rema An Caballes

In recent years, Strawberry Nails and Hair salon has garnered a reputation for its wide variety of one stop services, ranging from: haircutting, styling, hair coloring, hair keratin and treatment, body waxing, massages, nail services and more. Conveniently situated at the heart of Dubai, the Strawberry team’s versatility has opened up new opportunities for business, as they now provide for private event occasions, parties and functions. “Our ethos is to create a style that will flatter you as an individual, or to be on point with the latest fashion trends, ensuring you always leave the salon as a happy client” founders Deffany Guillar and Rema An Caballes share.

INDULGENCE BEAUTY SALON

www.indulgencebeautysalon.ae

Since: 2013

Founder: Emelyn M. Basingel

With customer satisfaction at its core, the Indulgence Beauty Salon’s team has consistently provided high quality hair, nail and skin services to the growing Filipino community within Dubai. All services are complimented with a relaxing atmosphere and top of the line beauty products. With a competitive edge over the market due to its highly affordable prices, founder Emelyn M. Basingel states “Our team of Filipino Beauty experts is proud to say that regardless of our affordable prices, we don’t compromise our quality of work.”

MODERN BEAUTY LLC

www.modernbeautyaustralia.com

Since: 2018

Founder: Maimai Duncan

A new supply venture within Dubai’s glamorous multimillion-dollar beauty market, MODern Beauty began as a startup established in 2018 with the goal of presenting a new twist to the industry. Through its assortment of vegan, paraben and cruelty – free products, the brand aims to introduce an organic alternative into the field, with emphasis on environmentally friendly values though its new sustainable business model.

BOBET’S BARBERSHOP

Since: 1989

Founder: Bobet Roque

Since 1989, Bobet Roque has dedicated his life to honing his craft of men’s grooming. A solid fixture within Oman, Bobet’s Barbershop is a full-service gentleman’s barber shop dedicated to providing men’s grooming services at affordable prices with high quality products within an enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere.

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Jessica Misal

UAE

About the model: 

I am a passionate HR professional. Working in this field keeps me thrilled and engaged. I enjoy the fluidity the most in this profession, since we are dealing mainly with people and people are very dynamic.

Photographer:

Danilo Apostol

UAE

About the Photographer:

A Creative Designer in Dubai specialized in retail branding and concept store design. Photography newbie but slowly changing phase from a hobbyist to a serious photographer.

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Jennifer Guintu Manio

UAE

Photographer:

Ram Joseph Sta. Ana

UAE

Illustrado Faces 2019 is supported by Liali Jewellery and the Radisson Blu Dubai Deira Creek.

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Jazen Jade Ybanez

Oman

About the model: 

I’m a trained professional makeup artist. My love for makeup and hairstyle started at a very young aged and I decided to pursue my passion by enrolling at London College. Currently, I am happily managing a luxury salon in Muscat.

Photographer:

Marlon Bartolo

Oman

About the Photographer:

Graphic Designer and Photographer. Highly Developed skill in creating prints and photography. Defined as on adaptable, ambitious, self-motivated, confident and down to earth individual combined with limitless imagination and creative drive.

https://500px.com/lhonzerothree

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Ian Rowe Giron

UAE

About the model: 

I am currently employed as client relationship executive in a cyber security company in Abu Dhabi. I won as Man of the Philippines – U.A.E., which was held in Dubai in 2018. I also act as talent for TV commercials and some advertisements. Optimism and courage pushed me to go abroad and try my fortune wherein I can maximize my potential as a Filipino. My family and career are the most important aspects of my life. Close family ties are one of the Filipino traits that I am most proud of. Strengthening my career will bring me to greater heights and will create an influence on our fellowmen and to our foreign folks as well.

Photographer:

Jeffrey John Dimaano

UAE

About the Photographer:

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Grace Villarama

UAE

About the model: 

“I am a woman, I am a mother, I am not perfect, but and I am enough.”

Photographer:

Richard Mundo

UAE

Illustrado Faces 2019 is supported by Liali Jewellery and the Radisson Blu Dubai Deira Creek.

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Gerald Benedic Caballero

KSA

About the model: 

Ben is a Ground Steward Supervisor based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Born and raised in Plaridel, Bulacan. He stands 5 feet and 9 inches and is a fitness enthusiast that loves going to the gym. For him, desire is the key to motivation, but it is determination and commitment towards pursuing your goal. He has recently won Ginoong Pilipinas KSA Turismo 2018, an all-male pageant in Riyadh.

Photographer:

Rico Sumadia

KSA

About the Photographer:

Rico Sumadia is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He started taking photographs a year after he went abroad. He is a self taught photographer and have been taking photographs for about 6 years now. He loves taking portrait and fashion photographs. He dreamed one day to be a well-known portrait, fashion and beauty photographer. He has travelled to New York for portfolio shoot and never stopped exploring other places too like Paris, Rome, Zurich, Venice and Dubai.

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Erlinda Conde

Kuwait

About the model: 

My name is Erlinda Conde, I’m a high school graduate I have two kids and working as a hostess as one of the famous restaurants in Kuwait. I can say that myself is important in my life with health, love, happiness, spiritually rich, self-sufficient, fearless that can be determined myself for the sake of my family.

Photographer:

Joey Lardizabal

Kuwait

About the Photographer:

I’m a Freelance Photographer based in Asia and the Middle East. to be creative means that sometimes, you need to take risks. I just felt like I truly needed to do something I was passionate about. being a photographer gives me endless opportunities to see the beauty of the world and a human race. That is where I get my ideas and inspiration from.

http://joeylardizabal.wixsite.com/cjphotography

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Desiree Grace Camero

Oman

About the model: 

Being a movie buff myself, it is definitely an advantage for me to work in the cinemas. Having said, this is a realization for me that almost everything in this world is superficial nowadays.

Contentment over satisfaction — this is what is important in my life right now. Achieving this however, self-love, self-respect, and ability to make genuine connections with people play the role. These things fill up your soul, finding peace from within. As I once read, “There are two primary decisions in your life: to accept the conditions as they exist and to take responsibility on changing them”.

Photographer:

Michael Tino

Oman

About the Photographer:

I’m a Freelance Photographer based in Asia and the Middle East. To be creative means that sometimes, you need to take risks. I just felt like I truly needed to do something I was passionate about. Being a photographer gives me endless opportunities to see the beauty of the world and the human race. That is where I get my ideas and inspiration from.

http://joeylardizabal.wixsite.com/cjphotography

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Debra Star Morales

Kuwait

About the model: 

I’m Debra Star Morales, I’m optimistic, simple and independent. Currently working as a Food server and making money for living. The most important in my life is my family they are the one who makes my life meaningful.

Photographer:

Joey Lardizabal

Kuwait

About the Photographer:

I’m a Freelance Photographer based in Asia and the Middle East. To be creative means that sometimes, you need to take risks. I just felt like I truly needed to do something I was passionate about. Being a photographer gives me endless opportunities to see the beauty of the world and the human race. That is where I get my ideas and inspiration from.

http://joeylardizabal.wixsite.com/cjphotography

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