India, Oct. 22 -- Karwa Chauth celebrations often involve as much skincare and beauty preparation as choosing the perfect outfit, jewellery and makeup. As people get ready for the puja, family gatherings and evening festivities, achieving fresh, radiant-looking skin becomes an important part of their festive routine.

In a conversation with HT Lifestyle, Dr Karuna Malhotra - the founder, skin specialist and aesthetic physician at Advanced Skin Clinic, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi - highlights that a day of fasting, particularly when it involves avoiding water, can be physically demanding, and an elaborate beauty routine is not always the best approach. The focus should be on maintaining the skin's comfort and hydration while choosing treatme...