Easy & Quick Skincare Tips to Follow During Monsoon

• 8 Skin care tips for the rainy season

• Take Away

While there may be plenty of pros to look at during this season, don’t forget that the rainy season comes with lots of skin problems as well. As the weather gets unpredictable and humidity levels increase, your skin finds it hard to adjust to the changes and maintain its glow. A good monsoon skincare regime needs to be followed to combat this. Those with oily and acne-prone skin may also have difficulty during this season trying to keep all the excess oil on their skin under control.

With the change in weather, your skincare regime should also be changed. Follow some of the skin care tips to keep your skin in optimal health throughout the season.

8 Skin care tips for the rainy season 

It is necessary to keep your skin dry plus moisturised during the rainy season to prevent any fungal and bacterial infections. With these monsoon skin care tips, your skin will be healthy and gorgeous throughout the monsoon season. 

1. Use a soap-free cleanser

Soap-free cleansers are gentle on the skin and do not strip off the skin's natural oils, which are essential during all seasons. No matter what type of skin you have, switch to a soap-free face wash during the monsoon season to get rid of all the dirt and oil without making your skin dry. Don't overwash your face, 2-3 times a day is enough even if it feels oily. Overwashing can cause excess sebum production and leads to problems like clogged pores and breakouts.

2. Exfoliation

Regular exfoliation must be a part of your monsoon skincare regime. It helps to get rid of dead skin cells and provides a healthy glow to your skin. Scrubbing your skin 2-3 times a week also enhances blood circulation that helps flush out the toxins. When the layer of dead skin cells is removed, your skincare products will be better absorbed into your skin. Apart from scrubbing at home, you can go for treatments like microdermabrasion and chemical peels to prevent infections and keep your skin clean.

3. Go for minimal makeup

If you were using less makeup or no makeup at all during summer, it is advised to continue that during the monsoon as well. Heavy makeup can block your skin pores during monsoon. Opt for products like CC creams to even out your complexion, as this will give you flawless skin without the heaviness of foundation and concealer. This will also allow your skin to breathe properly. Avoid using lipsticks as well, use lip balms instead, which will nourish your lips.

4. Use a toner

The rise in the humidity level in the atmosphere can make your skin feel sticky and greasy, so using a toner is very important during summer. Add an alcohol-free toner to your monsoon skincare regime to keep it healthy and non-greasy. Look for one with antioxidant ingredients like green tea or glycolic acid to maintain healthy pH levels of your skin, tighten enlarged pores as well as help control blemishes and acne. Using a niacinamide toner after cleansing is very important to get rid of dirt residue and shrink the enlarged pores.

5. Don’t skip sunscreen

Just because the sun is hidden in the clouds does not mean it cannot have any impact on your skin. The powerful UV rays can easily penetrate and hamper your skin, therefore using sunscreen is a must throughout the year in every season. Add non-oily sunscreen into your skincare regime in monsoon if your skin gets greasy. Use a sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30 for complete protection and reapply it after every two hours.

6. Use a clay mask

Summer and monsoon are two seasons where it is very difficult to keep your skin free from excess oil. All this is due to the high levels of humidity in the atmosphere. Apart from a basic skincare regime, it is necessary to use a face mask at least two times a week. Add a clay mask to your monsoon skincare regime to soak all the excess oil and keep oiliness away. The mask with aloe vera, green tea or other antibacterial ingredients will help remove bacteria and impurities that cause breakouts. A Fuller's earth DIY face mask is also a great option.

7. Apply moisturiser

A moisturiser is a must for every skin type and all throughout the year in every season. It keeps your skin moisturised and well hydrated which means your skin doesn’t have to work overtime to produce excess oil. Well, moisturised skin stays and looks younger and has fewer skin problems. Therefore, it is a must to add a moisturiser to your monsoon skincare regime. Use a lightweight and non-greasy formula with natural ingredients like aloe and hyaluronic acid to keep your skin healthy and well hydrated.

8. Include vitamin C

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that keeps health and skin problems away. It enhances your immune system and fights infections. It is advised to add vitamin C-rich foods into your diet to fight infections. Drink orange juice and eat other citrus fruits to enhance your vitamin C intake. You should also add a vitamin C face serum to your monsoon skin care regime to maintain the healthy glow of your skin. It fights bacteria, delays premature signs of ageing and reduces blemishes and scars to provide you with radiant and flawless skin.

Take Away

Following a proper skincare regime in the monsoon is extremely necessary regardless of your skin type. Follow these skincare tips for the monsoon to have healthy and glowing skin.