In this empowering episode of In Your Skin, we sit down with Dr Amy Chahal, cosmetic doctor and founder of The Centre for Medical Aesthetics in Sydney, for a candid chat on skin health, ageing well, and why beauty should never be driven by unrealistic trends. From her surgical roots to running her own holistic cosmetic clinic, Dr Chahal shares why she’s passionate about doing things differently in an industry that often prioritises profit over patient care.

Dr Chahal explains the shift away from the overfilled look, the real science behind skincare ingredients like retinol and vitamin C, and why less is often more when it comes to looking after your skin. We talk ageing, collagen loss, preventative skincare in your 20s, the rising rates of cosmetic procedures among millennials, and how stress and lifestyle directly show up on your face.

She also unpacks the dangers of overdoing your routine (yes, teenagers, we’re looking at you), how AI is transforming the way we analyse skin, and why SPF might just be your best anti-ageing tool.

If you’ve ever been confused by beauty marketing, overwhelmed by skincare aisles, or unsure who to trust when it comes to your face, this conversation will ground you in science, balance, and self-confidence.

Episode Breakdown:

0:00 – Welcome to the episode with Dr Amy Chahal

1:10 – The pressure of perfection and the rise of cosmetic procedures

4:00 – From heart surgery to holistic skin health: Dr Chahal’s journey

7:10 – Why unrealistic beauty standards are harming us

10:05 – What millennials are getting wrong about skincare

12:45 – Teenagers, Mecca hauls, and the danger of doing too much

15:10 – What not to do when building a skincare routine

18:30 – Ingredients that actually work: SPF, vitamin C, retinol and more

21:50 – Why hydration matters more than you think

24:00 – Trends, social media, and how to avoid the hype trap

27:00 – Collagen loss, ageing, and what you can do about it

30:10 – How to spot a red flag in a cosmetic consultation

33:00 – What holistic skincare really means—and how to start today

34:45 – Dr Amy’s daily routine, favourite ingredients, and why feeling good in your skin is the ultimate goal

35:45 – Where to find Dr Amy Chahal online and in clinic

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