"Seeing How Far I've Come Keeps Me Grounded"

Former Miss World and actor Manushi Chhillar speaks to Cosmo about her skincare philosophy, the Holy Grail product in her routine, and the route to inner confidence.

- Meghna Sharma

Cosmo: Are you big on skincare? Manushi Chhillar: "Growing up, I had a very basic routine, and it has more or less stayed that way. However, I have learned that your skincare needs to change with time, and you should understand your skin in order to create a suitable routine. Growing up in Delhi, we had different products designated for different seasons, and my mother helped me choose the right cleansers and moisturisers. She also ensured that I never left home without applying sunscreen. I followed her advice for years, and, over time, added more products as per my skin's needs."

C: The beauty industry has changed tremendously over the past few years. Tell us how your definition of beauty has evolved.

MC: "My idea of beauty has been ever-evolving. But if I were to look back at the past 25 years, the common quality in every individual that I found beautiful was that they were extremely confident about themselves and that's what beauty means to me. I have always admired people who are unapologetically themselves."

C: What are your thoughts on perfection?