Is Monsoon Wrecking Havoc on Your Skin! 7 Monsoon Skincare Hacks and 3 Things to Avoid at All Costs!

Monsoon season brings all good things in life that we love like the fragrance of rain, lush greenery and cool breeze. Cleansing and toning of the skin remain the same during all seasons, but monsoon brings in the dampness with it. Changing a few skincare products as well as the routine is always suggested. Changing a skincare routine with the changing weather is the underlying basis for healthy and glowing skin. We bring you some monsoon beauty hacks for flawless skin.

Here are the quick tips you can follow and keep your monsoon skin care regime flawless.

Among other monsoon skin tips, this one is true for all the seasons for flawless and radiant skin. Monsoon is the season when you might experience frequent skin breakouts and other skin issues. Drinking a lot of water will flush the toxins out and keep the skin healthy from the inside and radiant from the outside. Moreover, you will not have those sudden breakouts making you question your entire skincare regime. You can also add fruit juice like orange juice, pineapple juice or just lemon-honey to keep your body hydrated and skin supple.

Even if it is not the monsoon season, skin makeup should only be done when it is an absolute necessity. Wearing makeup on daily basis clogs the pores and therefore causes frequent breakouts, a faster ageing process and other such skin issues. However, due to the excessive humidity in the weather, wearing makeup will make your skin look greasy and oily in just a couple of hours. Go for the water-based makeup products that keep the skin hydrated and prevent the greasy look. Getting patchy makeup on the skin is the last thing you would want due to humidity and dampness.

Again, just like hydrating the skin irrespective of the weather, you also need to keep it clean and moisturised. As your skin tends to sweat and is more prone to humidity in the monsoon, there could be an increased chance of bacterial or fungal infection that would lead to breakouts, acne and other such issues. To make sure that the weather does not take a toll on your skin, cleansing with a water-based cleanser and applying oil-free moisturiser post should be done at every cost. Buy the cleanser and moisturiser according to your skin type and continue with the cleansing regime.

Well, we have been discussing how due to the humidity in the weather during monsoon, our skin might feel damp and sticky. Therefore, while selecting monsoon skin care products during the monsoon season, go for the oil-free ones. Prefer water based makeup products, oil free lotions and moisturisers for the best results. Using foaming face wash and using lukewarm water to rinse would help in removing excessive oil.

One of the best ways to get rid of the excessive oil, clogged pores and any other issues during the monsoon season is lemon. Lemon is known for its vitamin c content which keeps away the skin infections. Putting 3-4 drops of lemon juice in water and applying on face is highly beneficial during the monsoon season for both cleansing and toning purpose. If you want to extract the full benefit of lemon juice then put half a lemon in your bathing water. Squeeze half a lemon and put in the bathing water bucker. You can take shower as usual but make sure to put 2-3 mugs of lemon juice induced water on your body after a regular shower. This will ensure that your skin as well as scalp remains clean, healthy, and free from all grime and dirt.

Another highly recommended option for skincare during the monsoon season is neem leaves. Rainy season is known for aggravating the fungal and bacterial infections and therefore requires extra efforts to keep your skin clean. Boil neem leaves in the water and let it cool down. Thereafter you can dab a cotton ball in the water and gently apply on your face. Just like lemon water, neem water can also be added in the regular bathing regime for taking all the medicinal benefits of this plant. The best part of this option is that you can store neem water in a bottle and keep it in a fridge to apply for up to 1 week from the day of storage.

To some, it might come as a surprise but hair full of dirt, grime and oil can cause frequent breakouts to those whose skin is prone to acne. Similarly, using 2 in 1 shampoo, because of its heavy formulation can stay on to the scalp and then pass on to the skin therefore causing acne and breakouts. During monsoon, you would notice hair getting oily, dandruff and other such issues occurring frequently. Since the weather is damp, dirt and grime tend to stick more on our scalp therefore requiring more frequent wash. If you do not want to use shampoo on a regular basis then lemon water or neem water that we mentioned can be used for washing the scalp and getting rid of the dirt and bacteria.

Hot water shower is an instant solution to rejuvenate the skin and take away the fatigue. However, regular hot water shower will dry up the skin too quickly and keep your skin devoid of the moisture that is essential during the monsoon. Always use lukewarm water for bathing and washing your face.

You can opt-out for the home-made fruit packs such as banana, papaya etc rather than going for bleach and facial at the saloons. Moreover, bleaching might leave your skin feel dry and rough during the monsoon season. Fruit packs on the other hand will retain the oil balance of the skin.

Getting drenched in rain water is all fun but make sure to wash your face with the light face wash and apply gentle moisturiser post that.