Skin Care During Monsoons

Each persons skin is different and its important to identify if you have oily acne prone skin or combination skin or dry skin. Customized skin care routine becomes very important during monsoon because the humidity in the air favours bacterial growth and those prone to oily skin and comedones will see more breakouts from the heat and humidity.

The most common mistake is people use the same skin care they use in other seasons. If you are prone to acne and comedones, you can use a cleanser with salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide or tea tree oil. Exfoliate with a gentle exfoliator twice a week to keep your skin looking its best. Using rich moisturizing creams can clog pores hence use lighter moisturizing lotions or gel based serums in monsoon. Even those with dry skin using heavier creams may want to use lighter lotions and creams now. Use sunscreen with SPF 30 or more even during monsoons to protect your self from suns harmful rays. Use a water proof sunscreen