The Skin Issues You’re Googling — From Stretch Marks to Ozempic Face | Dr. Jamuna Pai
Fri Jul 11 2025
We’ve heard everything about skincare routines, injectables, and aging. But what happens when you’ve spent 31 years listening to what people actually want from their faces?In this unfiltered conversation, Dr. Jamuna Pai, one of India’s most respected cosmetic physicians, sits down with Shubhika to unpack the silent pressures shaping modern beauty and what she’s seen change (and not change) inside the clinic.From the emotional weight behind wanting “better skin,” to the industry’s obsession with fixing things that were never broken - this episode moves beyond buzzwords. It’s not about Botox or Ozempic or collagen drinks. It’s about what they represent, why they’re being chased, and how the idea of beauty has shifted in India.With three decades of hands-on experience, Dr. Pai brings rare clarity to conversations that are often drowned in trends, stigma, or surface-level solutions. Whether it’s acne, PCOS, injectables, hormones, or confidence - she doesn’t just treat the skin. She treats what’s hiding beneath it.0:00 - Introduction2:24 - The origin story and early beginnings.4:59 - Earning trust and attracting the first wave of clients.8:15 - The very first clients and what made them say yes.11:43 - Botox demystified: what it is, how it works, and why it’s transformative.12:41 - Challenging the stigma around injectables.15:38 - Knowing if the treatment is right: signs, signals, and smart choices.17:48 - The surprising discovery and medical evolution of botox.20:21 - What to consider before choosing a practitioner.24:24 - Creating a space where women feel safe, seen, and confident.29:37- Teen skincare: When to start, what to use, and the Sephora effect.32:14 - Approaching acne with care and clarity.33:55 - Understanding PCOS - and whether one expert is enough to treat it.38:02 - The Ozempic face phenomenon and its presence in India.43:49 - Collagen and its forms - is it effective?44:47 - Stretch Marks Explained46:38 - What is Cellulite? 48:09 - Redefining menopause and embracing regenerative health.53:55 - Is menopause the end of youth and beauty?55:09 - The sunscreen rulebook: application, frequency, and common mistakes.57:15 - How lifting weights can reflect on the face structure.57:35 - Breaking down Ceramides.1:00:39 - Colorism and the ongoing obsession with fairness in India.1:02:20 - The glutathione hype: trends, truths, and safety.1:03:24 - Refusing a request for skin whitening for a baby.1:06:36 - The sun as a misunderstood villain and the Paris Hilton example.1:08:06 - Makeup and everyday use: yay or nay?1:10:38 - Taking the DHA exam at 70: a story of discipline and drive.1:11:34 - What keeps the fire alive?1:16:35 - What lies ahead: future plans and aspirations.1:17:21 - Over-the-counter serums: how to pick what suits your skin.1:19:46 - Lymphatic facials: frequency, benefit, and what really works.1:24:27 - What Disruption Does the Beauty Industry Need?1:25:01 - Wellness routines and daily rituals.1:26:29 - How do you hope to be remembered?1:27:33 - Hopes for the evolution of the skincare industry.1:28:24 - Myth or Must: clearing up beauty truths.1:37:11 - Rate It Out of 10: takes on trends and products.1:38:24 - Closing thoughts and sign-off.Instagram : / papadontpreachbyshubhika LinkedIn : / papa-dont-preach---india Pinterest : / realpapadontpreach #Preach Instagram : / hashtagpreach
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We’ve heard everything about skincare routines, injectables, and aging. But what happens when you’ve spent 31 years listening to what people actually want from their faces?In this unfiltered conversation, Dr. Jamuna Pai, one of India’s most respected cosmetic physicians, sits down with Shubhika to unpack the silent pressures shaping modern beauty and what she’s seen change (and not change) inside the clinic.From the emotional weight behind wanting “better skin,” to the industry’s obsession with fixing things that were never broken - this episode moves beyond buzzwords. It’s not about Botox or Ozempic or collagen drinks. It’s about what they represent, why they’re being chased, and how the idea of beauty has shifted in India.With three decades of hands-on experience, Dr. Pai brings rare clarity to conversations that are often drowned in trends, stigma, or surface-level solutions. Whether it’s acne, PCOS, injectables, hormones, or confidence - she doesn’t just treat the skin. She treats what’s hiding beneath it.0:00 - Introduction2:24 - The origin story and early beginnings.4:59 - Earning trust and attracting the first wave of clients.8:15 - The very first clients and what made them say yes.11:43 - Botox demystified: what it is, how it works, and why it’s transformative.12:41 - Challenging the stigma around injectables.15:38 - Knowing if the treatment is right: signs, signals, and smart choices.17:48 - The surprising discovery and medical evolution of botox.20:21 - What to consider before choosing a practitioner.24:24 - Creating a space where women feel safe, seen, and confident.29:37- Teen skincare: When to start, what to use, and the Sephora effect.32:14 - Approaching acne with care and clarity.33:55 - Understanding PCOS - and whether one expert is enough to treat it.38:02 - The Ozempic face phenomenon and its presence in India.43:49 - Collagen and its forms - is it effective?44:47 - Stretch Marks Explained46:38 - What is Cellulite? 48:09 - Redefining menopause and embracing regenerative health.53:55 - Is menopause the end of youth and beauty?55:09 - The sunscreen rulebook: application, frequency, and common mistakes.57:15 - How lifting weights can reflect on the face structure.57:35 - Breaking down Ceramides.1:00:39 - Colorism and the ongoing obsession with fairness in India.1:02:20 - The glutathione hype: trends, truths, and safety.1:03:24 - Refusing a request for skin whitening for a baby.1:06:36 - The sun as a misunderstood villain and the Paris Hilton example.1:08:06 - Makeup and everyday use: yay or nay?1:10:38 - Taking the DHA exam at 70: a story of discipline and drive.1:11:34 - What keeps the fire alive?1:16:35 - What lies ahead: future plans and aspirations.1:17:21 - Over-the-counter serums: how to pick what suits your skin.1:19:46 - Lymphatic facials: frequency, benefit, and what really works.1:24:27 - What Disruption Does the Beauty Industry Need?1:25:01 - Wellness routines and daily rituals.1:26:29 - How do you hope to be remembered?1:27:33 - Hopes for the evolution of the skincare industry.1:28:24 - Myth or Must: clearing up beauty truths.1:37:11 - Rate It Out of 10: takes on trends and products.1:38:24 - Closing thoughts and sign-off.Instagram : / papadontpreachbyshubhika LinkedIn : / papa-dont-preach---india Pinterest : / realpapadontpreach #Preach Instagram : / hashtagpreach