• 2 minute read
  • January 19, 2026
The New Inner Circle

Luxury beauty today is more disciplined and far less reactive than it once was. Among women who value longevity, the focus has shifted from quick fixes to daily rituals that work beneath the surface. Supplements now sit firmly within that inner circle of modern beauty.

This era of beauty supplements is not about chasing transformation but about consistency. The kind of woman who invests in beauty supplements understands that skin, hair, and energy reflect cumulative care, including targeted supplementation. Just as one wouldn’t expect a single facial to undo months of neglect, one doesn’t expect a capsule to perform overnight. What we can expect is support, reinforcement, and prevention.

Ritual’s Multivitamin Beauty supplement (source: Ritual)

In the GCC, especially, this mindset has found resonance. High temperatures, intense sun exposure, air-conditioned interiors, and travel-heavy lifestyles place unique stress on skin and hair. Supplements offer a discreet, science-backed way to offset environmental strain while fitting seamlessly into existing wellness routines. They are easy to pack, easy to maintain, and crucially, they’re private.

Today, we’re seeing women prioritize collagen preservation in their thirties, gut health in their forties, and cellular support long before visible decline. Celebrities have helped normalize this shift. Jennifer Aniston has spoken openly about collagen as part of her long-term skin strategy, while Victoria Beckham consistently frames supplements as foundational rather than optional.

Ancient + Brave’s True Collagen sachets (source: Ancient + Brave)

Closer to home, regional influencers and founders are increasingly vocal about supplementation as part of a holistic, culturally attuned wellness practice. Emirati founder, Dr Lamees Hamdan created various supplements under her brand, Cosmic Beauty, which has gained popularity among women in the region. Also, regional influencer, Rehab Abdullaa is known to endorse GlowRadiance Folikle Capsules for strong hair.

What elevates supplements into the luxury category is discernment: ingredients, dosage, and bioavailability matter. Women are no longer impressed by flashy claims but are reading labels, consulting practitioners, and investing in brands that value research over rhetoric.

Ultimately, beauty supplements beauty as a long game. In a world obsessed with immediacy, that kind of patience has become the ultimate luxury.

The Beauty Chef’s chewable collagen peptides (Source: The Beauty Chef)

Five popular beauty supplements in the GCC:

  • Vida Glow: Marine collagen powders favoured for skin elasticity and hydration.
  • The Beauty Chef: Cultured, probiotic-rich supplements supporting gut health as the foundation of clear skin.
  • Hum Nutrition: Targeted formulas for hair strength, hormonal balance, and skin clarity, available through regional retailers.
  • Ritual: Clean, traceable multivitamins designed for long-term nutrient support rather than cosmetic quick wins.
  • Ancient + Brave: Collagen and functional blends positioned at the intersection of beauty and performance.
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