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With growing interest in the beauty routines of public figures, it comes as no surprise that celebrity beauty brands are flourishing today. And actor Nayanthara is the latest to join the fold. With her new skincare brand, 9skin, she brings her decades-long commitment to a pared-back skincare routine into a carefully curated range of serums, creams and face oils that are designed to offer a natural glow. As 9skin's launch creates a buzz, the question remains: What inspired Nayanthara to foray into the beauty industry, what does 9skin stand for and how does it reflect the actor's personal approach to beauty? In an exclusive interview, we ask her all this and more.
For Nayanthara, skincare is about simplicity and effectiveness—an approach perfectly suited to her busy life. “I keep it very basic. Just cleansing, moisturising and SPF—and a treatment serum, if necessary," she tells us. "And honestly, I’m rushing through even this, if my babies are awake.”
Rooted in results, the brand champions self-care with a purpose. “Carving out a few minutes at the end of each day to pamper my skin with a simple routine makes me feel happy,” Nayanthara says. “Being consistent has shown visible results and that’s exactly what I want others to experience, too."
According to the actor, her modern botanical brand brings together high-quality natural ingredients and nanotechnology. “Each product is complete in itself, offering both healing and corrective benefits,” she explains, referencing hero ingredients like brahmi, gotu kola, buah merah, sea buckthorn, kukumadi and retinol.
When asked what drove her towards these formulations, she notes, “People are over-complicating skincare by using too many products. There’s so much information online that it confuses people into buying endless creams and serums. A super extensive routine can mean you’re not getting the full benefit of any one product.”
She points out that effective skincare is often surprisingly simple. “Our previous generations had great skin because they gave their skin simple, wholesome nourishment,” she says. “As someone with sensitive skin who loves spending time outdoors, my main goal is to protect my skin from sun damage and keep it healthy and plump."
9skin’s commitment to transparency and efficacy lies at the heart of the brand. “What I’m most proud of is the quality and variety of ingredients we’ve carefully selected to create the range," the actor shares. "We focus on making the products truly effective rather than chasing skincare trends just to sell. We believe 9skin’s offerings are timeless and beneficial for the skin—and that sets us apart.”
The brand’s debut lineup is all about nourishing essentials—think glow-boosting oils, targeted treatment serums and lightweight, everyday face creams. The range is now available online and in-store at Tira.
For Nayanthara, skincare is about simplicity and effectiveness—an approach perfectly suited to her busy life. “I keep it very basic. Just cleansing, moisturising and SPF—and a treatment serum, if necessary," she tells us. "And honestly, I’m rushing through even this, if my babies are awake.”
Rooted in results, the brand champions self-care with a purpose. “Carving out a few minutes at the end of each day to pamper my skin with a simple routine makes me feel happy,” Nayanthara says. “Being consistent has shown visible results and that’s exactly what I want others to experience, too."
According to the actor, her modern botanical brand brings together high-quality natural ingredients and nanotechnology. “Each product is complete in itself, offering both healing and corrective benefits,” she explains, referencing hero ingredients like brahmi, gotu kola, buah merah, sea buckthorn, kukumadi and retinol.
When asked what drove her towards these formulations, she notes, “People are over-complicating skincare by using too many products. There’s so much information online that it confuses people into buying endless creams and serums. A super extensive routine can mean you’re not getting the full benefit of any one product.”
She points out that effective skincare is often surprisingly simple. “Our previous generations had great skin because they gave their skin simple, wholesome nourishment,” she says. “As someone with sensitive skin who loves spending time outdoors, my main goal is to protect my skin from sun damage and keep it healthy and plump."
9skin’s commitment to transparency and efficacy lies at the heart of the brand. “What I’m most proud of is the quality and variety of ingredients we’ve carefully selected to create the range," the actor shares. "We focus on making the products truly effective rather than chasing skincare trends just to sell. We believe 9skin’s offerings are timeless and beneficial for the skin—and that sets us apart.”
The brand’s debut lineup is all about nourishing essentials—think glow-boosting oils, targeted treatment serums and lightweight, everyday face creams. The range is now available online and in-store at Tira.
For Nayanthara, skincare is about simplicity and effectiveness—an approach perfectly suited to her busy life. “I keep it very basic. Just cleansing, moisturising and SPF—and a treatment serum, if necessary," she tells us. "And honestly, I’m rushing through even this, if my babies are awake.”
Rooted in results, the brand champions self-care with a purpose. “Carving out a few minutes at the end of each day to pamper my skin with a simple routine makes me feel happy,” Nayanthara says. “Being consistent has shown visible results and that’s exactly what I want others to experience, too."
According to the actor, her modern botanical brand brings together high-quality natural ingredients and nanotechnology. “Each product is complete in itself, offering both healing and corrective benefits,” she explains, referencing hero ingredients like brahmi, gotu kola, buah merah, sea buckthorn, kukumadi and retinol.
When asked what drove her towards these formulations, she notes, “People are over-complicating skincare by using too many products. There’s so much information online that it confuses people into buying endless creams and serums. A super extensive routine can mean you’re not getting the full benefit of any one product.”
She points out that effective skincare is often surprisingly simple. “Our previous generations had great skin because they gave their skin simple, wholesome nourishment,” she says. “As someone with sensitive skin who loves spending time outdoors, my main goal is to protect my skin from sun damage and keep it healthy and plump."
9skin’s commitment to transparency and efficacy lies at the heart of the brand. “What I’m most proud of is the quality and variety of ingredients we’ve carefully selected to create the range," the actor shares. "We focus on making the products truly effective rather than chasing skincare trends just to sell. We believe 9skin’s offerings are timeless and beneficial for the skin—and that sets us apart.”
The brand’s debut lineup is all about nourishing essentials—think glow-boosting oils, targeted treatment serums and lightweight, everyday face creams. The range is now available online and in-store at Tira.
