Dr. Mehri Maghsoodi
Specialist Dermatologist
Board-certified dermatologist with a fellowship in dermatopathology from Tehran University of Medical Sciences. She practises both medical and cosmetic dermatology.
Oman National Day
Updated
Azura Clinic
Happy National Day, Oman
On 20 November, Oman celebrates its National Day, and Muscat dresses itself in red, white and green. Flags fly from homes and cars, the Corniche and Qurum glow with lights in the evening, and families set off to visit relatives across the country. From everyone at Azura Clinic in Sarooj, we wish Oman, its people and everyone who calls it home a happy National Day, good health and many good years ahead.
- 20 NovemberOman National Day
- Sarooj, MuscatAzura Clinic
- Licence No. 5087Ministry of Health
- Arabic & EnglishWe speak your language
Opening hours during the holiday
The clinic is closed on 25, 26 and 27 November for the National Day holiday.
We reopen on Saturday 28 November at 9:00 am.
Oman National Day offers
Available until 30 November 2026, or while each offer lasts.
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What Oman celebrates on 20 November
Oman now marks its National Day on 20 November. The date looks back to 1744, when Imam Ahmed bin Said Al Busaidi united the Omani nation and the Al Busaidi family began its service to the country. Many people still remember the earlier date of 18 November with real affection, and the spirit of the day has not changed: pride in the country, gratitude, and time together.
Red, white and green
Streets, offices and homes in every governorate are decorated in the colours of the flag, and the evenings are bright with lights.
Traditional dress
Dishdasha and kumma for men, and colourful Omani dress for women, for family photographs and community events.
Evenings of celebration
Fireworks, concerts, heritage events and long evenings in the parks and along Muscat’s beaches.
Time with family
Many families travel to their home towns and villages to share Omani coffee, dates and halwa with relatives.
Why the National Day season suits skin care in Muscat
By November, skin in Muscat has been through months of heat, humidity, strong sun and air conditioning. The milder weather that arrives with National Day gives it a chance to recover, and it is a practical time to begin treatments that are easier on the skin when the sun is gentler.
A gentler sun
Skin often settles more comfortably after facials, peels and laser sessions in the cooler months. Daily sunscreen is still part of every plan.
Summer marks are easier to read
Dark patches, sun spots and uneven tone left by the summer can be assessed clearly now by a dermatologist.
Still plenty of time outdoors
Parades, fireworks and family outings mean hours in the sun, even in winter, so protection matters during the holiday too.
Weddings and photographs
Many families plan celebrations around the holiday. Good skin results need a little time, so it helps to plan ahead.
Skin care for the celebrations
- Before the celebrations If you would like fresh, glowing skin for National Day photographs, book your appointment well ahead and ask your dermatologist how far in advance your treatment should be done, so any redness has settled. Avoid trying new strong products, peels or home devices in the last few days.
- On the day Wear a tinted sunscreen with iron oxides every morning, even if you only go out in the afternoon, and reapply it every two hours when you are outdoors. Keep water with you between the coffee and sweets, and choose a light moisturiser under make-up.
- After the celebrations Remove make-up the same night with a mild cleanser. Avoid scrubbing, and give your skin a calm, simple routine for a few days.
Treatments patients ask about this season
Not every celebration needs a big treatment. For many people, one gentle appointment and a good daily routine are enough to feel fresh for the holiday. Your dermatologist will tell you what suits your skin.
Brightening facial
For dull, tired skin before an event, to bring back freshness and glow.
Hydra Facial
Deep cleansing and hydration in a single appointment.
Exosomes for the face
For texture and glow after a long summer in the sun.
Melasma and pigmentation
For dark patches and uneven tone, with daily sunscreen as part of the plan.
Laser hair removal for women
November is a comfortable month to begin your sessions.
Laser hair removal for men
Beard line, neck and body, planned around your skin and hair.
Holiday skin mistakes to avoid
- Skipping sunscreen because it is winter: the sun in Muscat stays strong enough to darken pigmentation all year.
- A beach day or desert trip straight after laser hair removal: keep the treated area covered and out of the sun.
- Trying a new mask or peel the night before: it can bring redness just when you want calm skin.
- Lightening creams bought online without advice: some contain strong ingredients that can harm the skin.
- Waxing or threading between laser sessions: they remove the hair root the laser needs, so shaving is the better choice.
Your dermatologists in Muscat
Our specialist dermatologists see medium to deep skin tones every day and know how Oman’s climate affects the skin.
Dr. Mona Negm
Specialist Dermatologist
Laser expert with a diploma in dermatology and venereology from Al-Azhar University and a diploma in the medical application of laser from Cairo University. Member of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.
Questions about National Day at Azura Clinic
1
Oman celebrates its National Day on 20 November. The official public holiday is announced each year and can fall on other days, so check the dates closer to the time.
2
The clinic is usually open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Hours over the official holiday can differ; we publish them on this page before the holiday, and you can also call or message +968 2469 0690.
3
In some years the clinic prepares offers for National Day. When it does, they appear on this page and on the Offers page.
4
Yes. Your first appointment includes a skin check, and the team explains how to protect the treated area if you will spend time outdoors over the holiday.
5
It can be, when the device and settings are chosen for your skin type. At Azura Clinic it is performed with the Splendor X laser, and your dermatologist assesses your skin before the first session.
Visit us in Sarooj
- Azura Clinic, Sarooj, Muscat
- Open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
- +968 2469 0690