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Glow is not something we apply to the skin. It emerges when congestion, imbalance, and inflammation are removed, and when structure and hydration are restored.
Prepare your skin before heading out for Valentine’s Day celebrations
It is true when they say that beauty comes from within and that inner glow is not just on the surface. It is a visible outcome of skin that is hydrated correctly, structured well, evenly toned, and biologically calm. When these elements align, the skin reflects light softly, without glare, without effort.
With Valentine’s Day approaching, now is the time to prepare your skin so that it looks it best when you head out to celebrate the day of love. We speak to Dr Yash Mehta, facial plastic surgeon and founder of the Aesthetics & Cosmetic Surgery Clinic (ACSC), to understand which in-clinic treatments are essential when the objective is skin that is refined and has enduring luminosity:
Medical-Grade Hydration Infusions
Glow begins with hydration, but not the cosmetic kind. Treatments such as Profhilo, NCTF (New Cellular Treatment Factor), and AquaGold deliver hyaluronic acid, vitamins, and bioactive nutrients into precise layers of the skin. These therapies improve elasticity, smooth micro-texture, and restore the skin’s ability to evenly hold light. The effect is subtle and sophisticated, resulting in skin that looks rested rather than enhanced.
Energy-Based Skin Refinement
Uneven tone, redness, and textural disruption interrupt the glow. Technologies such as the Forma address these concerns by working beneath the surface – stimulating collagen, refining pores, and improving firmness. These devices are used conservatively, focusing on long-term refinement rather than aggressive resurfacing. The result is clarity and quiet uniformity.
Collagen-Stimulating Treatments
True luminosity has depth. Morpheus8, in particular, plays a central role here, combining radiofrequency with microneedling to strengthen the skin’s structural framework. As collagen quality improves, the skin becomes smoother, firmer, and more resilient, allowing light to reflect evenly rather than scatter.
Regenerative Skin Therapies
When skin appears dull despite correction, regeneration is often required. Exosome therapy supports cellular repair, reduces inflammation, and improves overall skin vitality. These treatments are especially valuable after energy-based procedures, accelerating recovery while enhancing glow at a biological level.
Curated Clinical Facials & Skin Resets
Maintenance is essential. The HydraFacial MD provides deep cleansing, controlled exfoliation, and hydration, restoring balance without overstimulation. For selected skin types, the Blue Peel is used to refine texture and tone, encouraging renewal while preserving skin integrity. These treatments reset the skin, allowing it to function and glow naturally.
Glow is not something we apply to the skin. It emerges when congestion, imbalance, and inflammation are removed, and when structure and hydration are restored.
February 11, 2026, 16:52 IST
