Ishika Beauty Parlour

We are located in Bhopal Colony in Faridabad. It’s a quiet enough part of the city compared to the main roads. I started this place because I wanted something of my own close to home. The parlour is tucked away but the locals know where to find us. Usually, it's just me and maybe one other person helping out when things get busy during the festival season. We have the basic setup for hair and skin stuff. Nothing too complicated. Most of the women who come here live just a few streets away, so we end up knowing everyone’s family news while we work. The chairs are comfortable enough for a long sit. I spend a lot of time making sure we have enough thread and lotions in stock from the local suppliers. The light in the shop is good in the morning. Sometimes the power goes out but we have a small backup for the lights so we can finish whatever we are doing. It’s not a big corporate place with uniforms. We just wear what’s comfortable and get the job done. Sometimes kids come in with their mothers and run around the small space. It’s just how it is here. We like the community feel of Bhopal Colony. We keep the mirrors wiped down and the combs clean. It’s a simple living and it keeps us busy from morning till the sun goes down, even on the days when it is raining hard outside.