With soft, golden lighting accentuating the natural hues of the interiors, Sadhev’s first Chennai store welcomes visitors into a tranquil space. Walls adorned with earthy tones complement the wooden shelves, where meticulously arranged skincare products sit in domino-like precision. A gentle aroma envelopes you upon entry, setting the stage for an immersive experience. Every element of the space, even the smallest nooks and crannies, is thoughtfully curated to reflect the brand’s ethos—melding the wisdom of Ayurveda with modern science. Botanical motifs throughout the store further reinforce its deep connection to nature...

Sadhev, an Indian skincare brand, emerged on the horizon during a time of significant transformation in the perception of Ayurveda and yoga in the West. Co-founded by a visionary entrepreneur Lasakan Cholayil, who combined a passion for art, design, and Ayurvedic wisdom, Sadhev set out to revolutionize the skincare industry...

After completing his graduation from Lynn University in Florida, Lasakan Cholayil returned to India in 2016. At the time, he kept a keen interest in photography—until one visit to his ancestral hometown in Kerala changed things...

If you’ve lived in India for most of your life, chances are you’ll know Medimix, unarguably, one of the country’s most well-known Ayurvedic soaps. Now Lasakan Cholayil, next generation of the Cholayil family, founders of the Medimix empire, is taking Ayurveda to the next level with his beauty brand Sadhev...

Rose flowers have been cherished for centuries, not just as a symbol of love, but also for their potential beauty benefits. Revered in Ayurveda for its cooling and soothing properties, the benefits of rose for skin care are well-known, and have formed part of many beauty rituals practiced by famous royal queens from Cleopatra to Noor Jahan...