Celebrity makeup artist Hindash hosts masterclass at Hia Hub in Riyadh   

The makeup artist gave a tutorial for enthusiasts and engaged with the students while working his magic on Saudi influencer Haya Abdullah. (AN/ Rahaf Jambi)
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Updated 08 November 2023
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Celebrity makeup artist Hindash hosts masterclass at Hia Hub in Riyadh   

  • Hindash has collaborated with Canadian makeup giant MAC in the past
  • He also did Queen Rania’s makeup at Jordan’s royal wedding between Crown Prince Al-Hussein and Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein earlier this year

RIYADH: In a masterclass titled “Techniques, tips, and the art of beauty,” Jordanian celebrity makeup artist Mohammed Hindash gave fans at the Hia Hub lifestyle conference in Riyadh an inside look at his artistic process. 

The makeup artist gave a tutorial for enthusiasts and engaged with the students while working his magic on Saudi influencer Haya Abdullah. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“My creative process is to sit with a model and talk with them. We have coffee, we get to chat, and as I'm doing skincare, I get to look at her features.  I never want to do something that makes the model uncomfortable, you have to really respect people's individuality and their uniqueness,” Hindash said.  

Additionally, he discussed the makeup look he did on Jordan’s Queen Rania for this summer’s royal wedding between Crown Prince Al-Hussein and Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein, adding that he knew the queen preferred a particular look and was comfortable with it — his goal was to enhance rather than alter her appearance. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Hindash has collaborated with Canadian makeup giant MAC in the past.

The talent started out as a classically trained painter before beginning his beauty journey on YouTube, where he gained over 70 million views and 1.7 million followers. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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He advised aspiring makeup artists to stick to a specific makeup look that will define them as an artist. 

“I really feel like you have to truly stick to what you're passionate about and your style. In 2015, when you would Google on YouTube Arab makeup or Middle Eastern makeup you would get like a Cleopatra look and that's not what the women around me look like.  I feel like Arab Middle Eastern women are some of the most incredible makeup artists and they know what they want, and they know how to do makeup. So, I wanted to change that narrative and to show what I know and feel Middle Eastern makeup,” Hindash said.  


Where We Are Going Today: Chicken Industry in Qatif

Updated 06 March 2026
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Where We Are Going Today: Chicken Industry in Qatif

If you were to ask me what the perfect weekend treat-yourself meal is, my first choice would be fried chicken, followed by fried chicken, followed by a burger (but make it fried chicken).

One of my favorite spots for this delicious indulgence is Chicken Industry in Qatif, which, over the past few years, has become a hometown classic.

They also opened another branch in Olaya, Alkhobar.

The great thing about Chicken Industry is that you really cannot go wrong with any item on their menu; the burgers, broasted, twister, tenders, and nuggets are all very well-seasoned, juicy, and crispy.

All their menu items are available in spicy and mild options.

They have a few burger selections.

The original chicken sandwich, which comes with American cheese, pickles, and their signature industry sauce (a must to get on the side with any order), is their take on the classic Popeyes/Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich.

For the big kahuna, the chicken is so juicy and flavorful with wonderfully crispy skin that my mouth is watering just thinking about it. (Instagram: @chickenindustry.ksa)

If you want to try a different type of sauce, you could give the black pepper buttermilk sandwich a go — a good option for those who like a balance of flavors between creamy and slightly zingy.

My go-to, however, is the chicken zinger, which comes with American cheese, mayonnaise, and lettuce — a no-fuss burger that has all the right toppings, sauce, and seasoning for the chicken.

Although, I would appreciate the option to add tomato as well for a little something fresh in there.

All of the Chicken Industry burgers come with a soft brioche bun. No notes; it’s a great bun.

The twister, made with two crispy tenders, is also a crowd favorite and comes in a few different options: the original with mild sauce, the fiery twister with spicy sauce, the classic with pepper mayo, and the spicy twister with pepper mayo as well.

Whether you do not want to commit to the full bun burger or just prefer a tortilla, the twister is a great option to either accompany or be the star of your meal.

Now onto the big kahuna: the broasted. If you really want to indulge, this is the option for you.

It comes with four pieces, either spicy or mild (trust me, get the spicy), and is served with garlic sauce on the side.

Although nothing compares to the Chicky Fry broasted, this one is a very close second. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful with wonderfully crispy skin; my mouth is watering just thinking about it.

Their nuggets are good, though not amazing — fun to snack on, but I wouldn’t call them a necessity and definitely not as good as their tenders or other options.

And I must say the Chicken Industry French fries could use some improvement; not the greatest texture or flavor, just sort of meh. I will continue to order them because at the end of the day, they are fries, and they’re alright. Besides, no fried chicken meal is complete without fries.

And do not forget to get the sauces on the side: the cheese, the garlic, the industry mild or spicy, buffalo, barbecue, and buttermilk, depending on your preference. They all complement the meal very well.