Why You Should Avoid Parlour Facials & Chemical Treatments — And What Your Skin Actually Needs
For years, women have been told that monthly facials and chemical treatments are necessary for glowing skin. But modern dermatology and traditional Ayurvedic wisdom both say the same thing: your skin does not need facials to stay healthy.
In fact, for many skin types — especially sensitive and acne-prone skin — frequent facials can damage the skin more than they help.
This blog breaks down why facials are unnecessary, the hidden side effects, and what your skin actually needs for long-lasting glow.
1. What Actually Happens During Parlour Facials?
Most facials include:
• Strong exfoliators
• Comedogenic massage creams
• Heavy oils or artificial fragrances
• Steam
• Extraction
• Bleaches or chemical brighteners
These steps may create temporary brightness, but they do not improve real skin health.
The glow lasts only a few hours to a few days because it affects only the surface.
2. Why You Don’t Need Parlour Facials
a) Your Skin Naturally Repairs Itself
Skin regenerates every 28–45 days.
Over-stimulating this cycle with monthly facials disrupts the skin’s balance.
b) Results Are Temporary
Facials brighten only the top dead-skin layer.
They do not address deeper issues such as dryness, acne, sensitivity, pigmentation, or barrier damage.
c) Real Skin Health Comes From Daily Habits
• Hydration
• Gentle cleansing
• Moisturisation
• Sun protection
• A balanced diet
• Natural barrier-friendly care
These matter much more than monthly salon visits.
3. Side Effects of Parlour Facials Most People Don’t Know
1. Breakouts and Whiteheads
Salon creams often contain heavy, pore-clogging ingredients — especially harmful for acne-prone skin.
2. Damaged Skin Barrier
Excess scrubbing, steaming, and layered products weaken the protective barrier, causing dryness and irritation.
3. Pigmentation Flare-Ups
Friction, heat, and harsh massage stimulate melanin, increasing pigmentation in Indian skin tones.
4. Increased Sensitivity
Frequent facials make skin reactive, leading to burning, redness, and patchiness.
5. Premature Ageing
Rough massage overstimulates collagen and facial muscles, contributing to sagging or fine lines.
6. Chemical Overload
Many parlour creams contain cheap fragrances, mineral oils, or bleaching agents that damage skin over time.
4. Why Natural, Consistent Home Care Works Better
Healthy skin is created by consistent care, not by a one-hour salon treatment.
Focus on:
• Gentle cleansing
• Moisturising
• Sun protection
• Hydration
• Weekly mild exfoliation (if suitable)
• Safe, natural, barrier-supporting ingredients
These habits strengthen your skin from within — something facials can’t do.
Araah’s philosophy is simple: use products that support and respect your skin’s natural healing power.
5. What You Should Do Instead
✔ Build a simple routine based on your skin type
✔ Nourish instead of bleaching
✔ Strengthen the skin barrier
✔ Choose safe, natural ingredients
✔ Maintain consistency
This gives you a glow that is:
• Natural
• Long-lasting
• Safe for sensitive and acne-prone skin
• Free from side effects
6. Coming Up Next: Your Age-Wise Self-Care Routine
To make skincare easier, Araah is preparing dedicated routines for:
• Teenagers (13–19)
• 20s
• 30s
• 40s
• 50+
These guides will help you achieve glowing skin without facials, bleaching, steaming, or chemical treatments.
Stay tuned for the next blog in the series.
