Monsoon Skincare: Essential Tips for Healthy Skin

After summer's heat waves, the monsoon season provides a refreshing break for everyone. With the joyful pitter-patter raindrops, the monsoon also brings some common skin concerns, like oily and acne-prone skin, which we don't want to deal with. The monsoon might be refreshing, but it is the only season with constant fluctuations in temperature and humidity. This leads to great chaos for our skin, making it necessary to change or adjust our skincare routine for healthy and luminous skin. But you know what? It might look hard to keep healthy skin during the monsoon, but it’s not. Let's learn more about how monsoon affect our skin and the steps to maintain healthy and glowing skin this monsoon.

Understanding How Monsoon Affects Your Skin

Constant ups and downs in temperature and humidity can lead to excess oil production and dryness. Learn, How different climate condition can affect your skin

1. Humidity: Increased humidity in the air makes us sweat more. However, excessive sweat can get mixed with oil already present on our skin, and dirt increases the chances of our skin pores getting clogged, which leads to whiteheads, blackheads, and acne-prone skin.
2. Temperature: The monsoon quickly transitions from hot to humid to cold. When skin gets exposed to hot and humid temperatures, it starts producing lots of sweat and it opens the skin's pores and increases oil production. When we move to a cold, air-conditioned room, our skin pores are minimized, and our skin becomes dry and itchy. So, this constant back-and-forth can confuse our skin's natural oil balance.
3. Increased Moisture in Air: Increased moisture in the air means a huge playground for bacteria and fungus to grow. It increases the chances of fungal and bacterial infections specially where your skin folds. also very tight clothing against the skin can lead to redness and itching around those areas. Also, increased moisture can trap dirt on your skin, causing acne and pimple breakouts. 

Most Common Skin Problems During Monsoon

1. Acne and Pimple:

In the rainy season, the increased humidity also leads to increased sebum (oil) production in our skin. Also, it causes excess sweating, and this makes skin greasy. On greasy skin, there are high chances of dirt and pollutants getting trapped. When all of this gets combined, it is like an open invitation for acne and pimples.

2. Dryness Irritation:

The constant switch from hot outdoors to cool indoors helps strip away the skin's natural moisture and glow, making it dry and dull.

3.Tanning and Pigmentation:

In rainy weather, it might look cloudy outside, but the sun's UV rays still make their way to your skin. It can cause extra melanin production, leaving your skin tanned and pigmented and leading to an uneven skin complexion.

Now we know how monsoons affect your skin and what concerns need to be taken care of. Let's Learn How to Maintain Healthy Glowing Skin in the Rainy Season.

5 Important Monsoon Skin Care Tips You Must Know:

1. Cleanse: 

Despite the season, it is important to cleanse your skin two times a day. Generally, in the rainy season, due to the hot and humid climate, oil production is increased, so it is recommended to use it as a cleanser with salicylic acid for deep pore cleansing, as salicylic acid is dermatologically proven to control excess oil production in our skin, leading to a visible reduction in acne and pimples. Also, Neem is a great natural ingredient that minimizes skin pores, redness, and itchiness. 

 While choosing a cleaner, it is important to have a look at the ingredient list. The cleanser should be SLS, paraben, and phthalate-free, as these ingredients can strip away your skin's natural oil and make it more dry and itchy.

That's why We recommend our SLS, Paraben, and Phthalate Free Salicylic Acid face wash, which contains salicylic acid and neem. Both the ingredients have the properties to reduce acne and pimples. 

2.Toning: 

Using toner is an important step after washing your face. Because toners are mostly structured in a way to get absorbed easily. Toners help to tighten the skin pores. It helps you reveal your natural glow. Before choosing any toner for your skin, make sure that it is alcohol-free to balance your skin's natural pH and tighten the pores. Like the GharSoaps Magic Face toner, it is alcohol-free and has niacinamide, sandalwood, and saffron in it. This toner comes with soothing and skin-lightening properties. 

3. Moisturization: 

In monsoon, sebum (oil) production is already high, so it is recommended to use non-greasy moisturizers. In the rainy season, you should always look for a gel-based lightweight moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated. Do not apply a lot of moisturizer; it will block your pores and might lead to acne and pimples.

4.Sunscreen:

Whatever your skincare routine, whatever the climate, you should never forget to apply sunscreen, even if you're sitting at home and watching TV. In cloudy weather, also UV rays find their way to your skin and can cause tanning and pigmentation. To prevent this, you must use SPF 30 or more than 30.

5. Exfoliate:

For healthy and glowing skin, it is recommended to exfoliate twice a week. Exfoliation removes all the excess dirt from your skin, making it look young and glowing. It also helps to reduce acne and pimples, and it also increases the blood circulation. To exfoliate, you must use exfoliating body gloves or scrubs.

4 Super Foods for Healthy and Glowing Skin in Monsoon

1. Citrus Food: Fruits with high levels of vitamin C, which include oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits, aid in maintaining firm, radiant skin.
2. Green leafy vegetables: rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, spinach, kale, and other leafy greens support a healthy complexion by nourishing your skin from the inside out.
3. Nuts and Seeds: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E, almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds support skin hydration, suppleness, and reduction of inflammation.
4. Water-Rich Vegetables: Cucumbers and tomatoes are high in water content, promoting skin hydration.

5 Things You Must Avoid in This Monsoon for Healthy and Glowing Skin

1. Do not skip your sunscreen: Whatever the season it is, you should not skip your sunscreen because UV rays always find their way to your skin, even through a cloudy season.
2. Fried food: It’s normal if you are craving snacks, but please have those that are baked or grilled. Because oily food increases oil production in your skin, leading to acne and pimple breakouts.
3. Less is More: try to avoid more make-up in the monsoon. Because if you do not follow the proper skincare routine before it, it has the potential to clog your pores, and again, it's an invitation to acne and pimples. Less is more the key to keeping your skin healthy and glowing in the monsoon.
4. Alcohol and Caffeine: Despite the season, it is advisable not to consume alcohol in any season. Both alcohol and caffeine have dehydrating properties, making your skin look more dull, dry, and tired.
5. Tight and non-breathable clothes: Tight and non-breathable clothes do not allow your skin to breathe. More chances of trapping moisture, which leads to fungal and bacterial infection. Instead, opt for loose and breathable fabrics like cotton.

Avoid these common mistakes during the rainy season and get glowing and radiant skin.