How the ubiquitous beauty salons are becoming therapeutic spaces for women

Beyond ‘beauty’, parlours can be safe havens as it provides an emotional refuge for visitors to have intimate conversations and share their stories and feelings.

As a beautician and hairdresser, Sita Ghimire’s job at SS Beauty Parlour and Training Center is to help women with their physical appearances. Her clients include the local women from around Tinthana area in Chandragiri, on the outskirts of Kathmandu.