Understanding Skincare During Monsoon -Powerful Tips For Healthy & Glowing Skin
- Ananya Sharma
- Jul 22, 2024
- 3 min read
Hello, Everyone!
Monsoon season has set in giving a respite from the sweltering heat, filling our hearts with joy, and providing nature fresh air. The delicate fabric of nature is mended in the blissful showers. But, the rainy season also brings certain challenges for our skin due to increased humidity levels and greater moisture content in the air. Humidity, rainwater, and also stagnant water in the monsoon season can create an environment for skin problems such as acne, fungal infections, and uneven complexion. Exposure to unpredictable weather conditions can pose several complications for our skin radiance and exacerbate skin issues. This underscores the significance of skincare on rainy days.
In this blog post, we will discuss some monsoon skincare tips suggested by skin expert Dr.Karishma Kugodu that will work on point for providing that fresh radiant glow.
So, let us get started.
Tips Pivotal For Acing That Glow Game :
-> 1. Dual Combo Of Cleansing & Toning: Due to humidity there is excess accumulation of dirt in skin pores that clogs them. Also, streams of sweat flowing through our faces during monsoon's hot and humid weather attract more dirt to get clogged in the skin pores. Thus it is highly important to properly cleanse your face for removal of impurities and dirt. Incorporating a moderate, pH-balanced cleanser in a daily skincare regimen is a wise option to have clean and fresh skin. To elevate the skincare routine to a whole new level include a gentle toner to gently restore the skin's PH balance and limit the appearance of pores.
->2. Hydrate!! Hydrate!! Hydrate!! : Regardless of the increased humidity in the monsoon season, it is vital to provide significant moisture to our skin. A water-based moisturizer will hydrate the skin without making it oily. We all want that soft and supple skin so we must seek components that aid in retaining moisture such as hyaluronic acid. Before opting for any skincare product having hyaluronic acid, I would suggest looking out to your dermatologist for their recommendation. This is particularly true for those individuals having extremely dry skin and who are facing skin dehydration issues.
-> 3. Apply Sunscreen: Although the clouds limit the sun's rays to some extent in monsoon season, however, it is better not to downplay the potency of the Sun's UV rays that might be harmful to our skin. Amid rainy days it is safe to apply sunscreen that renders all-around skin protection in no less than 15 minutes than you go. It is safe to reapply sunscreen every 2 to 3 hrs especially if there is a possibility of exposure to the Sun's rays for prolonged periods.
-> 4. Exfoliation For Once Or Twice In A Week: For retaining a healthy glow of our skin exfoliation has its crucial role in dead skin cells removal that uncovers new cells underneath. This aids in more efficient absorption of the skincare ingredients incorporated in the product and hence provides a radiant glow to our skin. Stay clear from harsh exfoliants. However, it is safe to apply a mild exfoliant for gentle exfoliation which does not rip off the skin's essential moisture. Exfoliants having botanical extracts such as fruit enzymes or AHAs -Alpha Hydroxy Acids to scale cell turnover (-new cell regeneration )for achieving a radiant complexion. A balanced way of exfoliating is doing it once or twice a week and should limit overdoing it.
-> 5. Balance Sebum Levels: Sebum is a technical term referring to Skin Oil. Attaining a healthy balance of sebum levels is vital to keep skin challenges such as susceptibility to acne breakouts due to oily skin. For precautionary measures against acne breakouts, it is essential to apply an oil-free face mask or a clay-based face mask. It is good if one wipes excess oil through oil-absorbing blotting sheets to address sebum levels.
->6. Drink Adequate Water : Drinking adequate water is essential for flushing out toxins and waste and thus promotes a healthy skin, and for optimal function of our living skin cells drinking sufficient water aids in skin plumpiness and radiance. General recommendation by doctors is to consume 8 to 10 glasses of water on daily basis, however the water requirements of anyone depends from person to person and their activity levels. It is better to pay attention to thrist cues and drink water accordingly before dehydration .Also have greater intake of fruits and vegetables having greater water content.
-> 7. Balanced Diet : For accomplishing skin health and overall health it is recommended to incorporate seasonal superstars i.e. fruits and vegetables having high nutritional value such as vitamins,proteins,antioxidants ,vitamins as well as minerals for optimal skin nutrion and benefits.
Conclusively, we can say that having a balanced skincare regimen is a win win situation for our skin amid rainy days.
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