Dr. Mehvi Thapa began her journey as a skincare educator in May 2024, guided by medical training and a deep respect for skin as a living, functioning organ. Moving beyond viral trends and quick fixes, she advocates for evidence-based skincare rooted in barrier health, consistency, and long-term wellbeing. Through her work, she encourages a more mindful relationship with skin—one that values health over perfection and self-care over performance.
When did you started your journey as a skin care & educator?
I started My journey in the month of May 2024.
How has your understanding of skincare evolved from chasing trends to prioritizing skin health?
My understanding of skincare has evolved from following trends to truly respecting skin as a living organ. With medical training and clinical exposure, I realised that long-term skin health matters far more than quick fixes or viral ingredients.
Today, my focus is on evidence based care, understanding skin types, barrier health, and choosing formulations that support repair and protection rather than chasing temporary results.
Do you think skincare today is more about self-care or self-expression—and why?
Skincare today is a balance of self-expression and self-care, but its foundation should always be self-care. While products and routines can reflect personal style, real skincare is about understanding your skin, protecting its health, and being consistent, because healthy skin builds confidence far beyond trends.
How do you balance scientific advice with cultural or traditional beauty practices?
I respect cultural and traditional beauty practices, but I filter everything through the lens of science and safety. I don’t believe in DIY remedies or unverified hacks, if something doesn’t have evidence, I don’t recommend it. My approach is to honour tradition where it aligns with proven science, while prioritising formulations and practices that are clinically backed, effective, and safe for long-term skin and hair health.
What does “healthy skin” mean to you beyond appearance?
Healthy skin, to me, is a reflection of overall balance. It’s influenced by lifestyle, nutrition, consistency in care, and how well the skin functions, not just how it looks. When habits, diet, and routine align, skin health becomes stable, resilient, and sustainable.
In a world of endless products, how do you decide what your skin truly needs?
In a crowded skincare space, I focus on what the skin actually requires rather than what’s being marketed. I assess skin type, barrier health, and specific concerns, then choose evidence-based formulations that serve a clear purpose. Simplicity, consistency, and relevance always guide my decisions over excess or trends.
How does your haircare routine reflect your lifestyle and personality?
My haircare routine is simple, intentional, and consistent, much like my lifestyle. I prioritise scalp health, proven formulations, and low-maintenance practices that fit into a busy schedule. It reflects my belief in thoughtful care over excess, and in choosing what works long term rather than what’s momentarily popular.
Why do you think minimal makeup is becoming more powerful than heavy glam?
Minimal makeup is gaining power because the focus is shifting from masking imperfections to enhancing your own natural features. It aligns with a more conscious approach to beauty, where care, comfort, and individuality matter more than excess or concealment.
How does minimal makeup challenge traditional beauty expectations?
In the Indian context, minimal makeup challenges the belief that beauty needs to be ornate, layered, and visibly “done.” It questions the idea that effort must be seen to be valued. Choosing less is a quiet assertion of self-trust, where skin is allowed to exist as it is, and confidence isn’t tied to coverage or tradition, but to comfort and self-acceptance.
In what ways does our relationship with skincare reflect how we treat our bodies beyond appearance?
Our relationship with skincare often mirrors how we treat our bodies overall. When skincare is rushed, excessive, or trend-driven, it reflects a tendency to seek quick fixes. When it’s thoughtful and consistent, it shows respect for the body’s needs, rest, nourishment, patience, and balance!!
Do you think the obsession with “perfect skin” has changed how people define self-worth?
I don’t think it has changed selfworth as much as it has amplified existing insecurities. The desire for approval and validation has always existed; “perfect skin” has simply become another visible marker people chase. What’s important is learning to separate skin health from self-value because skin will fluctuate, but self-worth should remain steady and internal.
How does the global skincare industry shape our collective understanding of health versus beauty?
The global skincare industry heavily shapes perceptions of health and beauty in India. Trends often equate flawless, bright skin with “healthy” skin, overshadowing true function and balance. Gradually, however, awareness is growing that real skin health is personal, biological, and not defined by global ideals.
