This week's mix of events is suited to those looking to try something new – from watching a global surfing competition in Abu Dhabi to embarking on a culinary journey across South Korea via a tasting ...

That includes the simple question of whether prestige, salon-exclusive brands give you the increased volume, tighter curls or minimal frizz that they promise. Or are you just washing dollars down ...

Her white Pomeranian dog perched on her lap. A salon worker delicately painted pale pink polish onto her toenails, which were spread apart by heart-shaped foam separators. “We do our nails ...

A really, really good hair day is an ever more expensive proposition for salon customers. The consumer-price index shows haircuts and other personal care services have risen in price over 27% from ...