Do you feel that layer of slickness on your skin? That is not your body; that is the weather! While monsoon season brings relief from the scorching sun, it also brings skin issues. The heat and humidity in this weather create an unfriendly atmosphere for our skin.

The moisture in the air increases the sebum on the skin, causes congestion, and prompts breakouts. The result is excessive sweating, acne, itchiness, odor, and much more! To tackle such problems, you need to bring a slight change in your daily skincare routine and mindfully include some new habits specifically for this season. 

5 SKINCARE TIPS FOR THE MONSOON SEASON

The following tips will help you deal with these problems and keep your skin fresh, hydrated and glowing.

    1. Cleanse More Often

Cleansing is the first step of every skincare routine. It helps remove all debris from our skin after a long day at work. However, during monsoon season, it’s essential to wash your face more often than normal. 

Instead of just wiping your face with tissue paper, try to wash it whenever possible. Opt for cleansers with glycolic or lactic acid which eliminates dead cells and exfoliates your skin. 

TIP: Keep blotting sheets or wet wipes with you on the go in case you don’t have access to water nearby. 

   2. Tone And Moisturise

Using a toner may be debatable for other seasons but is a must in monsoon. It will blot up any impurity left on your skin even after cleansing, tighten pores and protect the skin against minerals in tap water. 

A good toner also acts like a moisturiser. However, it’s preferable to choose a lightweight gel-based moisturiser in humid weather. It is especially crucial if you have oily skin that becomes greasier during the monsoon. However, if your skin is dry and stretched out, using a cream-based moisturiser is more suitable.

TIP: Apply toner immediately after cleansing and follow up with a moisturiser. Some products may take lesser time to absorb but to make things easier wait about 1 minute between each product. 

Apart from using moisturiser as a part of your skincare regimen, apply it on damp skin for better absorption. 

    3. Avoid Creams And Use Sunscreens 

Apply a layer of sunblock every day without fail. It doesn’t matter whether you see the sun shining high or hidden behind the clouds. Leaving your skin unprotected against the UV rays won’t help it become any better. 

UV rays are harmful and can damage your skin more than you think. Use sunscreen with SPF 30 or above. It is always recommended to go for lightweight products due to humidity and airlessness in the atmosphere. 

TIP: Apply sunscreen for at least 20 to 30 minutes before heading out in the sun to avoid slickness.

     4. Carry A Bottle On The Go

People tend to sweat a lot in monsoons. To keep their skin and body hydrated, it is important to drink an ample amount of water. Plus, eat citrus fruits and vegetables to avoid dehydration. 

Spraying facial mists like rose water and applying serums like hyaluronic acid or vitamin C can also help keep your skin well-nourished and moist. 

TIP: If you are also guilty of not drinking a sufficient amount of water per day. Then, use this trick. Fill up water bottles early morning and place them in places at your house you dwell the most. Drink up whenever you feel a slight thirst in your throat

     5.  Go Slow On Makeup 

Nobody likes to see their mascara streaming down their eyes or their foundation coming off because of sweat but more often than not it happens in monsoon season. Clearly, going overboard with makeup during this time of the year isn't a good idea. 

Instead, use CC creams to even out your skin tone and avoid foundations. And don’t forget to take care of your lips. They will turn flaky. Put on a lip balm, a gloss, or lipstick.

TIP: Either use a primer or a hydration-based moisturiser to keep your makeup from melting. 

BONUS TIPS

Apart from these five tips, you can use exfoliators and masks weekly or thrice a month to treat your existing problems and soothe your skin. 

• Exfoliators

Exfoliating regulates blood circulation and removes unwanted oxidants and impurities that sit on your skin and might go unnoticed even after cleansing. Remember not to go overboard when using an exfoliator as it can damage the skin if overused.

 You can either buy a ready-made exfoliator or create one at home. Simply mix honey with 1 tsp of cinnamon powder and massage your skin with it. Wash up after 5 minutes. You can also use 1tbsp rice flour with 2tbsp of sugar and 5tbsp milk. Mix it up and apply it to the skin. Massage gently and wash it off. 

• Masks

Using masks is a great way to clean clogged pores, tighten skin and reduce inflammation. Use masks with ingredients that are well-known for the problem you’re targeting to solve. For an instance, cocoa and coffee masks are good for tightening skin, green clay masks help reduce redness and promote blood circulation. 

Any other mask of your choice will also do its magic as long as you don’t forget to apply it.  These extra steps will help your skin from any further damage if it's affected or prone to acne. Also, it doesn’t hurt to go overboard when pampering your skin.

TAKEAWAY 

Mindful little habits go a long way when it comes to skincare. Spare 5 minutes for yourself and do your skincare religiously. The outcome will surprise you sooner or later. You can exchange products according to your skin type but just don't forget to be gentle with your skin. Being regular is the key. 

Altogether, keeping yourself hydrated, not ditching your sunscreen, and cleansing frequently throughout the day can keep you at bay from developing acne or breakouts from congestion on your skin due to rain and hot weather.