Skin Care Routine in Monsoon

Monsoon is the most awaited season for many reasons but along with it comes the challenges for us.  Just like carrying an umbrella a must to protect us from rain, our skin also needs that protection during this humid weather. Most fungus generates during this time as our skin is most prone to get infected. The change in temperature also causes the skin to get breakouts, get infected and thus cause dullness

What problems do our skin face during monsoon?

  1. Excess Oil Production: Because of high humidity in weather the pores of skin enlarge which can lead the skin to become oily. The oily skin gets mixed with sweat and dirt that causes clogging of pores and thus breakouts.
  2. Fungal Infections: In humid weather, it is not easy to get things dry, similarly some parts of our body like underarms, feet or other body folds, remain wet and such skin can easily be infected by fungus.
  3. Dandruff in Scalp: As it is naturally present on our scalp but become active in humidity and dampness causing itching and flacking.

Skincare Routine for Monsoon Season

  1. Cleanse your face two times a day using gentle facewash
  2. Use toners which are alcohol free that control excess sebum production
  3. Use water and gel-based moisturizer that is non-comedogenic, to ensure skin hydrates without pores getting clogged
  4. Use Vitamin C Serum as they protect against pigmentation and dullness
  5. Do not forget to use Sunscreen even if the weather is cloudy and try for Waterproof Sunscreen
  6. To remove dead skin cells, exfoliate two times a week
  7. Use clay masks that can purify pores from oil after every exfoliation process
  8. Use light makeup which is based on water products
  9. Take care of your Scalp as moisture build-up can cause an increase in dandruff so wash your hair twice a week and use anti-dandruff shampoo
  10. Use anti-fungus powder in body folds like feet, inner thighs and underarms

Must-Have Monsoon Skincare Products

  1. Gentle Facewash which consists of Salicylic Acid
  2. Alcohol-free Toner or Rose Water
  3. Water or Gel based Moisturizer
  4. Waterproof Sunscreen with minimum 30 SPF
  5. Anti-fungal Powder for body

Must-Do Monsoon Skincare Remedies

  1. To prevent acne breakouts, avoid oily and spicy food specially street food
  2. Drink 6-7 liters of water in a day to provide hydration
  3. To detox skin naturally, bath using neem in your water

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Monsoon

  1. Do not touch face too often
  2. Avoid friction that can result in rashes
  3. Always use fresh and clean towels to prevent skin infection
  4. Change skin care products according to monsoon
  5. Do not forget to use Sunscreen even if the weather is cloudy
  6. Avoid heavy Makeup