Guest: French Oje's New Year’s beauty tips • Canım Istanbul

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Today’s newsletter is a bit different than the usual, as we welcome our first guest: beauty writer French Oje. We hope you’ll enjoy her beauty tips!

Photo of beauty writer French Oje Hello! I’m French Oje. Before we enter a brand new year, I am going to share a few beauty tips with you, exclusively for my friends at Canım Istanbul.

Skin Care: spotless, healthy skin is the most important thing for us ladies! To get that glow you want, make sure you try a skin care programme about a week before the New Year’s festivities begin. For me, the number one place is Lzrline clinique.

Manicure: When it comes to manicure, who can say no to a Shellac manicure? Or artificial nails with that natural look? This is also something to do a week before New Year’s as nothing will happen to your Shellac manicure unless you decide to remove them yourself. My go-to place for the perfect nails? Tırnak Butik.

Hair & Makeup: Before you know it’s 31/12. You’re about to go to a friend’s house party or getting ready for a memorable night out. Don’t you think you need to look your best? Well, a visit to Muammer Yaprakgül’s Salon de Coiffure in Maçka is sure to solve all your problems. Talented staff and their professional approach guarantees the perfect coiffure experience. Start with the spa care for your hair, then leave yourself in Mert Yaprakgül’s hands to get the hairdo that suits you best. Finally, visit Birgül Altuntaş’s booth to shape your eyebrows and get a great makeover.

Spa: If you still haven’t finalized your New Year’s plans, why not prepare yourself for a relaxing break from the city? Only a couple of hours away, Sapanca Richmond Nua Wellness & Spa Hotel would be the perfect getaway. Choose among their special New Year’s packages: any of their 1-4 day-stays would certainly be a great start to a fabulous new year. Leave the kids at home as they don’t accept guests under 14 years-old, ensuring the quiet and relaxing time you deserve. Why not experience one of the deluxe spa and massages together with your spouse while you’re at it? To top it off, the delicious menu and courteous staff truly make you feel like you are visiting an old, out-of-town friend.