One of Madhavan’s most cherished beauty secrets is something he’s been doing since childhood – the good old oil bath. Every Sunday, without fail, he massages his body and scalp with warm sesame oil (nalla ennai). On other days, he switches to coconut oil, applied in a specific manner. This Ayurvedic ritual, he says, has been a constant for over 20 years, keeping his skin supple and his hair healthy. For him, it’s not just skincare – it’s self-care.

