India, Feb. 12 -- F or years, skincare has been reduced to a routine: cleanse, serum, moisturise, repeat. Bathroom shelves are lined with product after product, yet common concerns refuse to disappear. According to aromatherapy expert and author Dr Blossom Kochhar, this is where many people go wrong. True skin health, she explains, starts not with what you put on your face, but with how you live your life. "The skin isn't a separate entity. It is deeply connected to the mind and the body. Whatever we experience internally, emotionally or physically eventually shows up on the skin," she tells Health Shots. In other words, your complexion often mirrors your internal state. When you're under constant stress, the body produces excess cortisol. This hormone can quietly throw the skin off balance, leading to oiliness, breakouts, inflammation, pigmentation, and increased sensitivity. "No product can replace the power of deep, uninterrupted sleep," says Dr Blossom. Nighttime is when the skin shifts into repair mode, renewing cells and reinforcing its barrier. When sleep is disrupted, that regeneration slows significantly and the effects show up quickly: dullness, dark circles, dehydration, and even premature ageing. She describes unresolved emotions as "beauty blockers." Emotions such as anger, anxiety, fear, or lingering sadness get stored in the body and manifest over time as recurring acne, sensitivity, uneven tone, or sudden flare-ups. On the flip side, positive feelings are "beauty enhancers" that encourage healing from within. Emotions like happiness, calmness, and compassion soothe the nervous system, helping the body function optimally. When your mind is balanced, your skin tends to appear clearer, calmer, and stronger. And the best part is that this approach doesn't demand drastic lifestyle changes, small shifts can make a meaningful difference. Touch is another powerful yet overlooked form of self-care. Massages don't just ease muscle tension; they boost circulation, improve sleep, lower stress, and support immunity. Touch is also symbolic: a reminder to the body that it is valued and safe. Additionally, simple, intentional habits can go a long way. Regular exercise, time outdoors, natural sunlight, meaningful relationships, and mindful practices such as deep breathing or meditation can significantly lower stress. Even allowing yourself small pleasures can uplift emotional health. Hydration plays a key role in flushing out toxins and maintaining skin elasticity. Meanwhile, a diet packed with fresh fruits and vegetables provides antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental damage. For more such stories, visit www.healthshots.com....