The season of rain is one of the most awaited seasons of the year. It brings with it relief, the earthy aroma and the magical rhythmic droplets of water. But, however magical the world of rains be, the monsoon and our skin are not the best of pairs. As the sky pours out and sheds its baggage of water, so do our skin woes.
Monsoon and skin woes
The monsoon season brings with it freshness and huge relief but it is accompanied by humidity which can wreak havoc to our skin. The excess moisture in the air and nature when it comes in contact with our skin can make it more oily and greasy. The persistent humidity can be the one responsible for breaking out blemishes, boils, acne or any kind of skin allergies or rashes. The humidity spike can make your skin suffer upside down and leave you feel irritated.
But here is the good news. Nature has your back. When everything else fails, nature is there to guide you and help you out by treating the problems from the roots. Let’s explore natural remedies which are monsoon-proof and act as great remedies for humidity-induced skin issues.
Monsoon may be poetic, but the various skin woes it comes out with it are ;-
i. Acne and pimples due to excess sebum and clogged pores
ii. Fungal infection in sweaty and damp areas
iii. Due to moisture imbalance, itchiness and rashes come out.
iv. Flaky dryness caused by fluctuating humidity levels
v. Dull and oily skin from trapped grime and environmental toxins
But how do you stay radiant, when the weather is pouring out? Here are a few of the natural solutions to erode away the skin worries.
But before that, let’s explore some good habits for the skin to glow and remain fresh even during the monsoon season.
- Clean the skin twice a month with a mild face wash
- Use gel based moisturisers. Avoid heavy creams
- Stay hydrated and have more fruit and water based vegetables like watermelon, melons, coconut water.
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Always use a soft towel and change cushion cover frequently.
Natural remedies for humidity-Induced skin issues
i. Neem- the antibacterial shield- One of the best natural ingredients to use for the skin is neem. It has strong antibacterial and antifungal properties which is very effective in removing rashes, blemishes, boils and acne from the skin. We can use neem leaves in various forms such as neem leaves boiled in hot water and used in the bath as anti-bacterial solutions. Also, neem and turmeric face pack is used for ages to ward off skin rashes and blemishes. Also neem based face scrub, neem oil are very useful for rashfree and blemish free skin.
ii. Multani mitti- Say goodbye to grimy skin- One of the most useful and incredible products which is very good for the skin especially during summer time. The multani mitti soaks excess sebum, and unclogs closed pores. To get all the effectiveness of this product, it's best to use multani mitti mixed with rose water and apply it on the skin.
iii.Cucumber and mint packs-Cucumber mixed with mint is very useful to soothe tired and weary eyes and also skin. If your skin looks too dull and oily, you can apply cucumber toner dabbing it in cotton. To make a home-made toner, we can blend a few cucumber slices and mint leaves and strain the juice in a bottle to use it regularly.
iv. Tea Tree oil- One of the most incredible gifts to mankind is tea tree oil. A drop of this oil works magic for controlling acne, blemishes and soothes irritated skin.
v. Turmeric - Turmeric is one of the most readily available spices available in every Indian household. A natural antiseptic and taste enhancer, turmeric can be used to ward off pimples, boils, any kind of cuts or rashes. Turmeric mixed with besan and raw milk acts as a great face pack.
Monsoon can be embraced for beauty but not the skin woes
You don't have to let humidity take over your skincare routine. Even when the sky is dreary, your skin may remain radiant, joyful, and fresh with a little help from nature and conscious hygiene. Therefore, avoid using strong chemicals during the monsoon. During the storm, trust nature, pay attention to your skin, and allow it to breathe. Stay bright, stay radiant and monsoon-safe the skin in a natural way.