We are very familiar with the quote that every coin has two sides and so does rainy season. On one hand, it brings joy of rain and different joys related to munching of different dishes. And on the other hand it brings skin infections. During rainy season our skin keeps on changing from being oily to dry because of the changes in the humidity levels in the atmosphere.
What rainy season do to our skin?
When it becomes very humid, your skin becomes prone to excessive oil and sweat, the oil in the pores act as a perfect magnet for attracting dust, dirt and bacteria present in the air. Your skin also becomes very dry on account of dehydration because there is excessive loss of water because of sweating. And this doesn’t mean that you can enjoy in rain and get wet. Rain water is not good for your skin and it harms the skin.
It is also not also advised to wear wet clothes and shoes for a long time because they can lead bacteria and fungi growing on your skin as humidity encourages the growth of different bacteria.
You should follow a particular skin care routine in rainy season.
And here are some skin care tips that will surely help you in following a routine. Keep reading!!
Skin care tips in rainy season
1. Use sunscreen
We think that we don’t need sunscreen in rainy season and on cloudy day. A rainy or cloudy day doesn’t mean that you should keep your sunscreen aside. It is not true, you should apply sunscreen everyday in rainy season to keep you skin away from problems and it will also help in healing all the sunburns.
So, next time when you step out of the house on rainy or cloudy day don’t forget to apply sunscreen.
2. Wash your face two-three times in a day
In rainy season make a habit of washing your face two to three times in a day. And follow this tip throughout the rainy season. Oil in the pores act as a magnet for attracting different dirt, dust and bacteria and they get stick on your face. So it is always advised to wash your face two to three times in a day to remove all the excess oil and for keeping your skin away from all the fungal infections.
So, from now onwards do not forget to wash your face two to three times in a day and this will help in maintaining healthy skin in the rainy season.
3. Drink plenty of water
Water has many benefits and it takes care of skin, in rainy season when there is humidity in the atmosphere and skin releases lots of sweat and it leads to dehydration. Keeping this in mind we should consume plenty of water like 8 to 9 glass per day. Water flushes off all the toxins leading to skin problems and acne. And water also helps in overcoming dehydration. We should consume 8 to 9 glasses on daily basis in rainy season.
So, next time if you step out of the house in rainy season do not forget to carry water bottle with you, this will help in following your skin routine in rainy season.
4. Say hello to exfoliation of skin
Many of us think that our skin doesn’t need exfoliation in rainy season but we are wrong. Rainy season is the time when our skin requires lots of pampering and exfoliation. It is true that we don’t need it every day. But once in a week. Exfoliation helps in removing all the dead skin cells which occur because of humidity. And it also helps in keeping our skin glowing and soft.
So, from now onwards fix a day for your exfoliation in rainy season and pamper your skin to the fullest.
Some of the best exfoliators are coffee, sugar, oatmeal, baking soda. Use natural ingredients for exfoliating the skin in rainy season.
5. Use natural products
In rainy season try using natural products and natural remedies for your skin care routine. Commercially bought products can harm your skin and the situation can be worse in rainy season. Because there is so much humidity in the atmosphere.
So, next time prepare all the things at home and if you want to buy then buy only natural which contains less chemicals.
6. Cleansing before going to bed
In rainy season make it a habit of cleaning your face before going to bed as this process will remove all the excess oil, dirt and pollution from the face which gets stuck on the face. This step is must to follow a good and effective skin care routine in rainy season.
So, next time you go for sleeping make sure you clean your face.
You can use coconut oil, aloe vera gel, honey and lemon for cleaning your face. And they all are natural ingredients.
7. Moisturise your face
We all think that we do not need moisturiser in rainy season but we are wrong. It is important to use moisturiser in rainy season and the best time you can use during the night. Night is the time when our skin tries to repair its own. It helps in healing wrinkles if any and maintains the glow of skin which is much needed in rainy season.
So, next time make sure to apply moisturiser after cleaning your face for following a good and healthy skin care routine in rainy season.
You can use cucumber, coconut oil, olive oil for moisturising your skin. And these all ingredients are natural.
8. Eat green vegetables
Eating oily and junk food show their mark on skin in the form of many skin problems, acne and pimples. Therefore it is always better to consume lots of green vegetables in your diet to maintain a healthy skin in rainy season. Your skin will show the results super soon.
So, next time when you go for shopping do not forget to get green vegetables and include them in your diet.
9. Add fruits in your diet
We all the benefits of eating fruits and adding them in our diet. Fruits are rich in antioxidants and it helps in maintaining glow on your skin. We should add lots of fruits in our diet in monsoon season.
So, next time when you go for a shopping do not forget to buy fruits and do not forget to add them in your diet as well.
10. Go for minimal make-up
Allow your skin pores to breathe. Heavy makeup will not allow your skin pores to breathe and it will lead to many skin problems and infection specially in rainy season because the level of humidity is very high. In rainy season we should wear less makeup and apply a lip balm that can moisturise the lips, keep lip balm handy so you can use anytime when needed.
So, next time when you have to go out in any function or party try to apply minimal makeup. It will help in maintaining a good skin care routine in rainy season.
11. Don’t skip the toner
In rainy season we sweat a lot because of humidity level. Because of sweating a lot our skin pores can open up. By using toner we are helping our pores to get shrink. We should always use an alcohol-free toner which are rich in natural ingredients like green tea, this helps in shrinking and tightening the pores, it also helps in removing dead cells and blemishes acne.
So, next time when you come out of shower do not forget to spray toner on your face. This will help in maintaining a good skin care routine in rainy season.
12. Take care of sensitive area
We aways forget to take care of sensitive areas like the skin on our lips and around our eyes. These areas are very sensitive and they need extra care . Make sure to apply lip balm which have sunscreen and we can cover our eyes with sunglasses. Always wash your face after coming home.
So, next time do not forget to carry lip balm and sunglasses when you step out of the house in rainy season.
13. Intake vitamin C
Intake lots of vitamin C in your diet as vitamin C helps in fighting infections and helps in boosting the immune system which is very important in rainy season. Because there are chances in rainy season that our skin can get many infections. It is always advised to consume diet which is rich in vitamin C.
So, next time when you for go for shopping do not forget to get Vitamin C rich foods as they will help in maintaining good skin care routine.
14. Opt for good body lotion
Always use good body lotion which contains serum as it will help in keep the skin hydrated and will add glow to skin. It is good in rainy season to use good body lotion because of humidity and other factors.
So, next time when you come out after taking bath apply good amount of body lotion all over your body, it will help in following a good skin care routine in rainy season.
These are the 14 skin care tips that you should follow in rainy season for keeping your skin healthy and infection free. Try them out you will love their results.
Natural Home Remedies for Rainy Season
Here are some natural home remedies for rainy season that will help your skin to look good, healthy and pimple free in rainy season. So, what are you waiting for let us check them out.
1. Pomegranate and oatmeal face pack
Things you need-
- 2 tablespoons of pomegranate seeds
- One cup of oatmeal
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of buttermilk
Process to follow-
- Add 2 tablespoons of pomegranate seeds in blender.
- Now add one cup of oatmeal in it.
- Blend both the ingredients nicely until it become a smooth mixture.
- Take the mixture out in a bowl.
- Add 2 tablespoons of honey to the mixture.
- Mix it well.
- Now add 1 tablespoon of buttermilk in it.
- Mix well.
- Now your mask is ready to apply
- Apply this pack on clean face and neck.
- Leave the mask for 10-15 mins.
- After 10-15 mins wash your face with regular water.
- Towel dry followed by a suitable moisturiser.
How often- Once in a week.
How it helps– This pack is rich in vitamin C and anti-ageing compounds which helps in nourishing the skin. This pack also helps in removing dead skin cells.
Best suitable for– Dry skin type
2. Apple face pack
Things you need-
- One apple
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 4 tablespoons of milk
- Chamomile oil
Process to follow-
- Take a bowl.
- Mash the apple in bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon of sugar in bowl.
- Mix the ingredients well.
- Now add 4 tablespoons of milk in the mixture.
- Whisk the ingredients well and make sure that there are no lumps in the mixture.
- At the end add few drops of chamomile oil in the face pack.
- Now your mask is ready to apply
- Apply this pack on clean face and neck.
- Leave the mask for 15-20 mins.
- After 15-20 mins wash your face with regular water.
- Towel dry followed by a suitable moisturiser.
How often- Once in a week
How it helps- This pack will hydrate the skin and will deeply nourishes the skin and will helps in giving lost radiance.
Best suitable for– All skin types.
Natural Tea for taking care of your skin in rainy season
- Neem Tea
We all are familiar with skin benefits of neem. For making neem tea boil some leaves of neem in water and enjoy this tea. This tea will also helps in boosting the immune system.
- Lemon and honey tea
Lemon has many health benefits. For making this tea you have to squeeze half a lemon in one glass of warm water and honey to the tea.
Here are some natural remedies that will help your skin to look good in this humid season. Follow these natural face masks according to your skin type so that it works on your skin accordingly and will give you better results. Do not forget to follow the tips for effective result and care. Enjoy!!