When the monsoon season arrives, we get relief from the scorching heat, but it also brings high humidity levels that can cause harm to your skin. The increased moisture in the air leads to acne breakouts, excess oil production, and fungal infections, to name but a few skin problems. By following some simple precautions and by using the right skincare routine, your skin can become better, more protected, and maintain its natural radiance throughout the monsoon season. Let’s learn it from Dr Simrat Sandhu, Cosmetic Physician, MD Cosmetique The Aesthetic Centre.
How To Protect Your Skin From Monsoon Humidity
Here are some skin safety tips during monsoons:
Wash your face regularly
Wash your face twice a day to prevent bacterial growth, unclog pores, and reduce the chance of breakouts and other kinds of skin problems. Use a gentle and hydrating cleanser that can remove dirt, sweat, and excess oil from the skin without stripping natural moisture from it. This is one of the best tricks that can help you keep your skin protected from this monsoon humidity is to cleanse your skin effectively.
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Moisturise
In this rainy weather, when there is too much humidity, keeping your skin hydrated is crucial. It may seem unreasonable, but keeping your skin well-hydrated helps regulate oil production and maintain a healthy skin barrier. “As far as how to choose the right moisturiser is concerned, use a lightweight, oil-free moisturiser that suits your skin type to prevent dryness and maintain a good skin complexion. Hydrating facial mist can also be used as it keeps your skin refreshed and provides a boost of moisture,” suggests Dr Sandhu.
Sunscreen is a must
On the other hand, the skin should not come in contact without a shield from the UV rays of the sun, as it gets damaged by direct sunlight. Even on cloudy days during the monsoon, sun protection is non-negotiable. UV rays can easily penetrate the clouds and do the same amount of damage as direct sunlight would do. Choosing the right sunscreen is a must. Applying a sunscreen formula with SPF 30+ is advised. Besides, no matter if it's sunny or cloudy, reapplying sunscreen every 2-3 hours is essential to protect against sunburn, pigmentation and premature ageing.
Exfoliate your skin twice a week
Removing dead skin cells, unclogging pores, and promoting cell turnover, keeping your skin smooth and glowing are necessary in this weather. Exfoliation is your skin’s best friend in this weather. Doing exfoliation regularly will help you to keep your skin healthy and radiant. Do gentle exfoliation with natural ingredients like fruit enzymes or mild acids to avoid irritating your skin. However, Dr Sandhu mentions that exfoliation can only be done once or twice a week to prevent over-peeling, which can damage the skin barrier.
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Use a toner
Start applying alcohol-free toners to balance the pH levels of your skin and tighten your pores. Toner penetrates your skin super-fast to remove dead skin cells and provide quick hydration. Toners with ingredients like green tea extract, niacinamide, or witch hazel to soothe your skin.
Final word
Protecting your skin from this monsoon humidity is very important. Following a consistent skincare regimen in your routine will help you to maintain healthy and glowing skin. Applying these tips in your skincare routine will not only make your skin healthy, but it will also make you feel energetic and rejuvenate your mind and spirit.