The rainy season looks very pleasant. Gets relief from the heat and scorching sun. But in this season, due to stickiness and moisture, problems like skin infections, and allergies also start to grow. Along with this, the glow of the face also starts fading. If you are also troubled by dullness in monsoon. So take care of your face like this. So that any kind of infection can be avoided.
Monsoon season is approaching, and while it is great fun to enjoy the rain with your favorite tea and delicious pakoras, this season is not good for the skin. The increased moisture can lead to oily skin which causes acne, and blackheads. To get rid of these problems, you must pay attention to skin care.
Keep Face Clean
Due to the sweat and moisture in the monsoon season, extra oil starts appearing on the face too. Due to this, the pores get clogged. That’s why cleaning the face is very important. Clean the face with a good face wash at least thrice in the rain. So that the extra layer of sweat and oil can be removed. And also get rid of dirt and dust.
Use Moisturizer
Even though the face starts showing oil and moisture is visible. But this does not mean that the face is moisturized. When you will clean the face three times a day with face wash. So the natural oils start getting depleted of the face. In such a situation, it is important to use the right moisturizer according to the skin type on the skin. Also, balance the pH level of the skin of the face. Use non-alcoholic products for this.
The scrub is a Must
The pores of the face start getting clogged and the layer of dirt and dust starts accumulating. In this case, exfoliate the skin. It also removes dead skin cells. Scrubbing two to three times a week is very important. Exfoliating the skin also removes dullness.
Water is Essential
With the end of summer, thirst is reduced. But in this season also drink enough water. This keeps the skin hydrated and helps in keeping the skin fresh. Also, use organic and natural products as much as possible.
General Tips for Monsoon Skincare
- The skin becomes sticky in the rain. It would be better to clean the skin 3 times a day so that the excess oil and dirt can be cleaned and can not accumulate in your pores.
- Use an alcohol-free toner in the rain, as the pores of the skin get opened due to increased moisture in this season.
Monsoon is not very sunny, so most of us stop using sunscreen as soon as it starts raining, but whatever the weather, it is very important to apply sunscreen. - Often people feel that there is no need to moisturize the skin in monsoon, but it is very important to follow the daily routine of the skin in every season.
- Use a soap-free cleanser in your skincare routine, otherwise, the skin will become dry.
- Scrub regularly too, so that the dead skin gets removed and the skin does not look dull and lifeless.
- Avoid bleaching and facials this season, as they can dry out the skin.
- If you have dry skin, use a homemade cleanser of almond or honey. Grind 8-10 almonds and mix 2 tsp, honey. Apply it while massaging. Wash the face after 5 minutes.
- If the skin is oily, then exfoliate with an oatmeal scrub or papaya pulp.
- For dry skin toning, use 5 drops of chamomile mixed in 1 tsp milk.
- For oily skin, mix 5 drops of lavender oil in 1 tsp of water.
- If you have oily or combination skin, then mix 2 drops of strawberry oil and orange oil in 2 teaspoons of rose water and apply it on the face and neck. Wash off after 10 minutes.
- Monsoon Face Pack
- 3 tsp oatmeal powder, 1 egg white, 1-1 tsp honey, and curd. Mix all. Clean the face thoroughly and apply the pack. Wash off when dry.
- 3 tsp oatmeal powder, 1-1 tbsp rose water, honey, and curd. Make a paste by mixing them all. Apply on the face. Wash off when dry. Use this twice a week.
- Make a paste by mixing Multani mitti and rose water. Apply on the face. Wash off when dry. Use this once a week. Get rid of sticky and oily skin.
- Mix 2 tbsp sandalwood powder in half a cup of rose water. Add 1 tbsp turmeric to it. Keep this pack on for 20-30 minutes. Wash off with cold water. It will remove the blemishes and give a glowing effect to the skin.
- Mix 1 tbsp honey in 2-2 tbsp jojoba oil and curd. Apply on the face and neck. Wash off with mild face wash after 10-15 minutes. This pack is great for dry skin.
- Fruit packs are very beneficial in monsoons. Mash papaya, apple, and peach. Add 2 tbsp milk to it. Apply on the face and neck. Wash off with cold water after 15-20 minutes. It not only gives a glowing effect to the skin but also protects the skin from bacteria.
- The chocolate pack is also good in monsoons. Mix 2 tbsp milk with 1 tbsp cocoa powder. Keep it for 20 minutes, then wash it.
- Mix a pinch of turmeric powder in 1 tsp of gram flour. Make a paste by mixing 2-3 drops of lemon juice and 1-2 teaspoons of rose water in it. Apply on the face. Wash off after 15 minutes.
- Make a powder by grinding walnuts. Walnut powder, Multani mitti, poppy seeds, and curd – all in equal quantity. Mix well and apply on the face. After 10 minutes, remove it by scrubbing it and washing it with cold water. It brightens the skin by removing dead skin.
- Mix 1 tbsp honey in 2-2 tbsp jojoba oil and curd. Apply on the face and neck. Wash off with mild face wash after 10-15 minutes. This pack is great for dry skin.
- Mash 4-5 strawberries. Add 1 tbsp brandy to it. 2 tbsp Multani mitti, few drops of rose water.
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