In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Antony Nakhla, board-certified dermatologic surgeon and founder of Eighth Day, to explore the intersection of regenerative medicine and modern skincare. Known for pioneering one of the most clinically advanced and science-driven skincare brands in the world, Dr. Nakhla brings a reconstructive surgeon’s precision to the beauty space — redefining what “anti-aging” truly means.
From Reconstruction to Regeneration
Before founding Eighth Day, Dr. Nakhla dedicated his medical career to Mohs micrographic surgery, treating patients with severe facial skin cancers. Through this work, he mastered the art of cellular repair and tissue regeneration, restoring patients not just physically but emotionally.
“I was helping people look like themselves again,” he recalls. “That became my beauty philosophy — the best version of yourself is the most authentic one.”
This principle shaped Eighth Day’s mission: to apply true wound-healing science to everyday skincare, bringing hospital-grade regenerative therapies to the consumer space.
Speaking the Language of Skin
At the core of Eighth Day’s innovation is its Peptide-Rich Plasma™ (PRP) technology — a patent-pending blend of 24 bioidentical peptides, growth factors, and amino acids that mimic the body’s own healing mechanisms.
“We speak the language of skin,” Dr. Nakhla explains. “Our formulas communicate directly with skin cells using biologically identical molecules — not botanicals or synthetic compounds — to restore balance, resilience, and structure.”
Unlike traditional skincare that relies on surface hydration or plant extracts, Eighth Day targets the dermal and subcutaneous layers where true regeneration occurs, stimulating collagen, elastin, and fat preservation for long-term rejuvenation.
The Science of Delivery and Compatibility
Dr. Nakhla emphasizes that delivery technology is the next frontier in skincare. “Your skin is designed to keep things out,” he notes. “To make real change, ingredients need to reach the deeper dermis where cellular repair happens.”
This understanding led to Eighth Day’s focus on multi-weight hyaluronic acid systems and molecules like L-ornithine, which helps prevent fat cell degradation by nearly 30% — preserving facial volume and density over time. “It’s not just about collagen,” he adds. “It’s about maintaining the architecture that makes your skin youthful.”
Beyond Buzzwords: Real Science, Real Results
Rejecting industry trends of “single-ingredient minimalism,” Nakhla argues that skincare must be comprehensive and synergistic. “You wouldn’t eat one nutrient at a time,” he says. “When you combine bioactives correctly, they work exponentially better.”
Eighth Day’s Regenerative Serum, for example, combines GABA peptides, hyaluronic acid, and advanced antioxidants like knotgrass flavonoids and savage ginger root extract, clinically proven to outperform traditional vitamins A, C, and E in neutralizing free radicals.
The brand conducts cutometer-based clinical trials to measure tangible improvements in firmness, elasticity, and hydration — setting a new benchmark for data-backed luxury skincare.
Prevention, Repair, and the Unbreakable Commandment
As both surgeon and scientist, Dr. Nakhla’s advice remains grounded in evidence. “SPF and retinoids are the unbreakable skin commandments,” he says. Comparing unprotected sun exposure to “smoking two packs a day,” he stresses daily zinc-based sunscreen use and nighttime retinoids as non-negotiables for long-term skin health.
Having treated thousands of skin cancer patients, he’s seen firsthand the cost of neglect. “Skin cancer is no longer an older person’s disease — I’m seeing it in people in their thirties and forties,” he warns. “Prevention isn’t optional.”
Redefining Luxury Skincare
Today, Eighth Day represents a new era of bio-intelligent beauty — one where luxury is defined not by packaging, but by proof and performance. “Our customer is educated,” says Nakhla. “They don’t want fantasy or folklore. They want science, efficacy, and results.”
Through his brand, Dr. Nakhla has bridged the gap between reconstructive medicine and high-performance skincare — proving that true beauty begins where healing begins.
Listen to the full episode of Skin Anarchy to hear more from Dr. Anthony Nakhla on regenerative medicine, cellular communication, and the science that powers Eighth Day’s groundbreaking formulations.