Make the transition from summer to monsoon with these four easy skincare tips
Don't forget to take care of your skin as we bid farewell to long, leisurely summer days spent soaking up as much vitamin D as we can on the beach and welcome the frequently humid, wet, and sticky effects of the arrival of the Indian rains. To make sure your skin gets the moisture and protection it needs when the seasons change, it's important to modify your skincare regimen and adjust it to the climate. Uncertain of which components of your daily routine you should keep and which you should modify? Here are four simple strategies for preserving healthy skin.
Cleanse twice a day: Cleansing is an almost unsaid yet holy grail step in skincare that cannot be ignored. Cleanse when you wake up to take off any sweat, leftover makeup and night creams from the day before and before you go to bed to rid your skin of bacteria, sweat and makeup that have accumulated through the day.
Pro Tip: Wash your face with cold water that helps in increasing blood circulation, reducing puffiness and for an added boost to glowing skin.
Fade pigmentation with a brightening serum: Due to external factors such as pollution and ultraviolet rays, our skin tends to become extremely dull, leading to harsh dark patches. Use anti-pigmentation serums, with a powerful, potent and efficacious blend of ingredients.
Pro Tip: Apply the serum before applying makeup for a dewy base and a hydrating look.
Moisturise with a lightweight gel: Opt for a hydrating lightweight formula that absorbs into the skin instantly without leaving any sticky feeling. You want to look for something that is ideal for the weather and that doesn’t weigh down your skin.
Pro Tip: Gently massage with circular movements, starting from the centre to the contours of your cleansed face.
Top it up with Sunscreen: While the sun during the monsoons might not be at its shiniest best, the UVA and UVB rays could still damage skin and cause tanning and pigmentation if you step out without applying a protectant on your skin. Use Sunscreens to fade those stubborn dark patches created by sun exposure due to the addition of Niacinamide-C.
Pro Tip: Apply your sun protectant for at least 30 minutes before you step out into the sun.