One of the most common problems during rains is how to take care of the skin that is dehydrated and parched. ROSHANI DEVI shares home remedies to take care of the dry skin this monsoon
Nothing is worse than a dry and itchy skin. More so during rainy season. For people who have dry skin, the problem leads to invisible pores, patchy and scaly skin. One of the most important things to remember is that one needs to keep the skin damp free. A damp skin attracts infection leading to rashes to ringworm. Here is what one can do this monsoon:
Clean your skin at least three times a day. This will help remove excess grime and oil that can clog the skin pores. Use a skin toner to maintain the pH balance.
Exfoliate your skin by using a scrub to remove dead skin cells. Use the scrub at least once a week if you have oily skin. Use lukewarm water instead of cold to wash off the scrub.
The humidity that the rains bring can make your skin dry. Use a nourishing moisturiser to keep the skin moist, supple and healthy. One can use olive oil. However, if you have an oily skin use a water-based moisturiser.
Drink at least eight glasses of water during the day. Those who sweat a lot, their skin can end up looking pale and dull.
Use a sunscreen even in the monsoons because even though there isn’t any sun, the UV rays are still present and can damage the skin.