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Known for her unfiltered personality and unique perspectives, Shalini Passi quickly captured the spotlight with her out-of-the-box fashion choices and quirky lifestyle
Shalini Passi on Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives.
Shalini Passi, a Delhi-based art collector, recently gained widespread attention with her appearance on the Netflix show Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives. Known for her unfiltered personality and unique perspectives, Shalini quickly captured the spotlight with her out-of-the-box fashion choices and quirky lifestyle. One of her standout moments was when she shared her skincare mantra, which went viral. In one episode, she revealed that she avoids harbouring any negative emotions towards others, believing that they have an adverse effect on her skin. But the question remains: is there any truth to this claim?
On the show, Shalini Passi said, “The only reason, I don’t hold grudges against other people is because it affects my skin.Jealousy, competitiveness are very negative energies. That’s not good for my sleep, that’s not good for my health, that’s not good for my skin.” While some may question whether the mind truly impacts one’s skin, many experts over time have found a clear connection between the two. Studies have shown that stress, negative emotions, and mental well-being can significantly affect the health and appearance of the skin.
Dermatologist Keira Barr MD, FAAD who is associated with the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) said, “Our brain and skin are intimately linked, and they communicate with each other. This means that when we experience chronic stress from work, relationships or current events, the skin is both a target and a source of stress hormones, which can make the skin more vulnerable to itch, inflammation, irritation, and infection.”
The expert further emphasized that understanding how stress affects the body enables individuals to more effectively engage in mind-body practices, such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing exercises. These activities not only help reduce stress but also improve overall physical, mental, and emotional well-being, ultimately promoting healthier skin and a more balanced lifestyle.
According to AAD, stress can cause increased skin inflammation, slow down the wound-healing process, and negatively impact existing skin conditions. The association mentioned that the glands produce more oil when under stress, which can cause acne to worsen in people who are prone to breakouts. Stress can also be a trigger for skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema for some people.
As per a Harvard Medical School blog, while reducing stress levels should theoretically aid in reducing skin damage, there is limited data on the effectiveness of stress-reduction therapies. However, meditation has been linked to decreased stress levels in people who practice it on a daily basis. Moreover, healthy lifestyle practices, such as a well-balanced diet and regular exercise, may also assist in controlling stress hormones in the body, which should improve the skin.