Karishma Ramdev, aesthetic doctor, on authentically enhancing beauty

Dr Karishma Ramdev is an aesthetic doctor, entrepreneur, and content creator who is redefining beauty and confidence. She built her brand, Charisma by Karishma, at the intersection of science and art. She’s previously worked on the COVID-19 frontlines, competed in Miss South Africa, and built a global platform – all while advocating for self-confidence and living openly with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). On this episode, she speaks to us about: Getting into pageant competitions like Miss SA – partly by accident Using her skills to help clients in ways far beyond the superficial Influencing online authentically to support others How time management is her key to handling multiple roles How looking after your skin creates a picture of health Find us at www.up.ac.za/leadup – click on LeadUP Podcast. To listen, you can stream, download and subscribe online or on your favourite podcast app, or find us on YouTube.  Help us grow by rating and reviewing the show!  LeadUP is a production of the University of Pretoria’s Alumni Office. Our host is Lennox Wasara, and our team includes Elna Schütz and Duané Kitching. Our technical engineers are Quickclick Productions, with language and marketing services by Brightlight SA Communications.