Maya Beauty Parlour

So, our little parlour is located over in Pethiya Bazar. It’s right on the Main Road in Phulwari Sharif, so you can't really miss it if you’re walking around that area. We are inside the Sushil Plaza Cineplex building, which is a place most people in Patna know about. It gets loud sometimes when a big movie is playing, but inside the shop, it stays relatively quiet. I started this place because I wanted something of my own. We do things like threading, waxing, and hair cutting. It’s nothing too complicated. Most of the women who come here are from the nearby houses or people who are out shopping in the bazar. The chairs aren't the newest, but they are comfortable enough for a half-hour sit. We keep a stack of old magazines for when there is a wait. Often, we’re just chatting about what’s happening in the neighborhood while I work. It feels more like a small community spot than a business sometimes. The lighting is okay, though I’ve been meaning to change one of the bulbs for a week now. Phulwari Sharif is a busy place, and being near the cinema means there’s always something going on outside. We just keep our heads down and get the work done. It’s a honest living, and I like seeing the same faces every month. Sometimes someone brings in a photo of a hairstyle, and we try our best to match it.