HOME REMEDIES FOR MONSOON

For Dry skin:
Take ten crushed almonds and add two table spoons of honey to make it into a paste. Massage on face for five to seven minutes, rinse face and pat dry. Mix one tsp honey with one tsp fresh curd and one tsp jojoba oil and apply on face. Leave it on for 10 minutes and rinse.

For Oily skin:
Oatmeal scrub for the cleansing of oily skin or you can also use pulp of ripe papaya as mild exfoliation.

For Combination skin:
Take two table spoon of rose water and add two drops of strawberry oil and orange oil. Apply on your face for 10 minutes and then rinse.

SKIN CLEANSING ROUTINE DURING MONSOON

Cleansing:
Skin becomes extremely prone to dirt and dust in this season and thus calls for regular cleaning. It's always good to keep a water-based cleanser handy and use it at regular inter­vals. After rinsing the face with cold water, apply cleansing lotion and leave it for 2-3 minutes, removing it with cotton.


Toning:
To reduce oiliness, toning at night is a must. There are many airborne and waterborne microbes are present in the rainy season, and for that a good anti-bacterial toner can help in preventing skin infections and eruptions. It is a good idea to get an anti-bacte­rial face wash, too. Rose water is one of the most natural and best toners available and can be used on all types of skin.

Moisturising:
Moisturising in the monsoon is as important as it is in summers. Due to frequent exposure to the rains, the skin tends to get dry and dehydrated. Which makes you feel itchy during this season. Use a non-water based moisturiser to cure the problem.
Apart from itchiness, the skin also tends to become either very dry or prone to acne or very oily, hence attracting dirt and pollutants. Those with acne-prone skin should opt for a water-based moisturiser. Mineral-based and waterproof make-up can be a ' great alternative for women with acne-prone skin.

CARE YOUR SELF DURING MONSOON

The monsoon may bring with it some romantic moments, but the season can spell havoc for the skin and hair. The common problems that we come across during monsoon are pimple, skin eruption, wet hair, dandruff, etc. Monsoon blues can be a temporary phase but it make mandatory to take extra care of it.

Here are some tips for the monsoon.

BODY CARE :

• Wash one’s feet with water and soap after one comes indoors from the rain outside


• Use anti-bacterial soap for taking bath


• Use of talcum powder on your body
  

HAIR CARE :

• If possible keep your hair tied in the monsoons. Go for a shorter hair cut if you want to avoid dirt build up on your scalp or get splits ends.


• Do not let your hair get wet in the rain. Pollution, floating toxins in the air come down with the rain and settle on your scalp. This makes your scalp feel itchy and may cause dandruff. Always cover your hair.


• Rinse your hair with a gentle shampoo and condition it after, if your hair happens to get drenched in the rain. This way you prevent dirt build up on your head.


• While traveling keep your head covered with scarf/cap, etc. This protects your hair from probable damage.
  

CLOTHING :

• Wear clothes that are light, skin friendly and of natural, wear synthetic cloths as they dry quickly.


• Knee length dresses that are not too sticky but fit well to your body, or Capri’s, skirts, cotton leggie teamed with short or hip-length tops depending on the body structure shall make the perfect wear for rainy season.


• Always carry an extra set of clothes and shoes if you plan to enjoy the monsoon shower.


• Make umbrellas or raincoats your best friends, to avoid danger to your pretty locks
  

FOOTWEAR :

• Wear sandals and chappals in rubber and other water-resistant materials that are durable.


• Avoid wearing your leather shoes, etc.
  

EAT/DRINK :

• Drink a lot of water to keep yourself well-hydrated, only drink boiled and filtered water.


• Eat fruits like guavas, papayas, pomegranates, apples, oranges and also include dry-fruits like nuts, almonds, figs and raisins. Include colours to your fruit bowl; orange, red, yellow, purple and those fruits rich in anti-oxidants.


• Avoid eating greasy food.


• Avoid fermented foods like idlis, dosas and dhoklas. They create flatulence and gastric discomfort.


• Eat moderate quantities of food, the body finds it harder to digest food during the monsoon

MAKEUP :

• Keep it Minimum.


• Use only waterproof products for the season like waterproof eyeliners, mascaras and lipsticks that stay longer so that the rains do not mess up your face.


• Wash your face repeatedly to avoid accumulation of dirt, germs or oil on your face.


• Clean your skin regularly with a good cleanser followed by a toning and moisturizing process suitable to your skin type.

GOING OUT IN THE SUN

Too much exposure to direct sunlight can be dangerous for your skin as it contains ultra-violet (UV) rays, the effective way to prevent your skin is to apply sunscreen 20 minutes before you step out and re-apply every three to four hours. The sunscreen should be chosen according to the shade and tone of your skin.
So, although the sky may carry a gloomy cast, you can brush off your skin woes and. guarantee glowing skin.