How to Protect Your Hair And Skin This Monsoon
The joy of getting drenched in the rain after having gone through heat strokes and sun-burns is something that can hardly be missed. But then we often end up regretting these sessions when our skin begins to react to the damp weather, and our hair chooses to rebel every time we try to style it. Here are my tips that show you how to protect your hair and skin this monsoon.
1. Stay Hydrated
If you thought that dehydration was a problem accorded to summer, then you are in for a surprise. Dehydration can turn into a problem during the monsoons too. With the weather being harsh on your skin and hair, insufficient water will result in hair that looks limp, and your skin will lose its radiance. Water provides resiliency so that your hair and skin can make it through the season without losing their true beauty.
2. Watch Your Diet
Your skin and hair are highly dependent on your diet for their nourishment. A protein rich diet can do wonders for your hair, while green vegetables can be really good for your skin. While this holds true for the entire year, I consider it really important to take care of my diet during this season, because monsoon brings with it the risk of various ailments and not all of them are water-borne.
3. Toning and Conditioning
Toning is as important a ritual as cleansing when it comes to your skin. Toning allows your pores to open up {high levels of humidity can shrink them} and the pH balance of your skin is restored {your skin would otherwise end up working overtime to regain a balance in pH levels}. In addition to this, toners also help in reducing the penetration of germs and impurities that can be harmful for your skin.
Keep the monsoon dullness away from your hair with the help of a good conditioner that suits your hair type. Conditioners ensure that your hair does not go limp or gets greasy, and continues to look healthy and nourished even after you walk home in a downpour.
4. Go Light on Makeup
Did you know that in this weather our makeup has to be a bit different? Due to the chances that we can get wet in the rain and because of the high humidity levels, it is always preferable to choose light waterproof makeup for the monsoons. This helps your skin breathe more easily and stay rejuvenated {excessive use of makeup would cause your skin to lose its lustre}. When choosing makeup, look for something that can keep your skin hydrated, so that your skin’s inherent beauty keeps you looking radiant.
5. Don’t Stash Away Your Sunscreen
Just because the sun has hidden behind the clouds, it does not mean that it will do your skin any less harm. Sunscreen shields your skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun, and monsoon or no monsoon, as long as it’s daytime, your skin needs protection! So, keep using sunscreen to ensure that your skin remains healthy and stays protected.
Follow these tips that show you how to protect your hair and skin this monsoon, to keep your skin looking radiant and hair healthy!
BTS 🙂
What’s your secret to healthy-looking hair and glowing skin this monsoon? Share with me in the comments below!
As soon as I find noticeable changes in weather, I take essential steps to increase my efforts towards skin care. Thank you for sharing. 🙂
Thanks for taking the time to read through and comment, Suparna.
Awesome post, Tanya! I use soap free cleansers and a good scrub to keep my skin moist and healthy. ✨✨✨
Thank you for sharing, Pravallika.
You look stunning! ❤️ By the way, I opt for a lotion-based serum, which keeps my skin hydrated and brightens it up. I also freeze rice water and apply it on my face for smooth, soft and naturally glowing skin.
Thank you so much for joining in and sharing your lovely thoughts, Vaishali.
Seriously, always such amazing posts! I should definitely give your tips a try and see for myself the difference it’ll bring to my skin. ❤️ Also, I’m not a fan of heavy makeup and use water-proof makeup when I do wear some.
Thank you for being present, Krushmi. So glad you enjoyed this share!
So many great #skincare posts; can’t choose a fav!
On that note, I always wash my face, hands and feet as soon as I reach home with lukewarm water. This makes me feel refreshed while staying healthy. 🙂
Thanks so much, Nancy! Hope your week is going well.
Tanya, your posts are amazing! And yes, it is as important to take care of your hair as it is to take care of your skin. Loving the content that you are posting. Keep it up! ❤️
Thank you so much for the kind words and for dropping by, Anamika.
Everything about your blog is beautiful, elegant, and classic with a twist. 🙂 Keep the beauty & wellness posts coming… xx
Thank you for your valued appreciation, Sonam.
This post is fantastic! Whether you’re a guy or girl, there’s one thing I think we all dream of ~ having gorgeous hair. So, I’m definitely testing out your tips. Oh, and I use a water-based moisturiser on my face. 🙂
Thank you very much, Raveena. Your words encourage me a lot!
Wow! You look sensational, Tanya! ❤️
I would like to add a point as well. Banana is an ideal fruit to be consumed during the monsoon season, as it contains several vitamins and minerals which can help in keeping the skin healthy.
Oh, so sweet! Thank you very much, Kanchan.
A beautiful beauty recap, Tanya. 🙂 Nothing compares to instant and intense hydration and moisturization that makes the skin soft, smooth and glowing in no time!
Thank you, Saumya. Means a lot that you like it!
Aced this post! With changing weather, taking care of my skin has become so important! Thank you for these tips, here’s to keeping my skin healthy and glowing this monsoon season!
You’re the best ~ always such a compliment from you, Samira!
Wow, this is interesting! ❤️ Now, to have you go live with this series on YouTube… hint, hint.
My two cents: To get the most out of a regular skin care regimen, follow three simple steps: cleanse, treat, and moisturize. 🙂
Thank you for your sweet words, Ankur.
Stunning beauty! ✨✨✨
Rainy days = bad hair days, right? Thank you for letting us know that it doesn’t have to be that way, Tanya!
Here’s my monsoon hair-care tip – for those who have oily to normal hair, first use a conditioner and then shampoo your hair and not the other way round. This keeps the hair fresh and prevents it from going limp.
Thank you for resonating with this and your warm appreciation, Megha.
Monsoon season is here! While I do love the amazing weather, my skin does deserve some extra care… I give the extra-sensitive areas like my chapped lips by moisturising or using pure coconut oil regularly to prevent them from drying out.
Thanks for taking the time to read through and comment, Neetu.
You always post something really interesting ❤️.
To add to your post – make sure you exfoliate deeply and cleanse right after. Cleansing opens up your pores and allows your skin to breathe.
Thank you so much for being present, Mridul. So glad you enjoyed the post!
Love this informative post.
I make it a point to moisturise as the humidity can cause my skin to dry out, crack and peel. Since under-nourished skin tends to feel dull and lacks lustre, the right moisturiser gives my skin the gentle nourishment it deserves.
Your feedback is much appreciated, Daanika!
Amazing tips that will no doubt leave my skin feeling softer and healthier-looking throughout the day & night! Thank you for sharing, I intend to enjoy the weather without worrying about dull skin & hair!
How nice of you to say so, Priyanka. Thank you!
So aesthetically pleasing… And all your recommendations sound interesting. I guess it’s time to dab away all the impurities and feed my skin & hair with the right nourishment for a rejuvenated look!
So glad to hear this, Shivani!
Thank you for your ultimate Monsoon Guide to keep my hair and skin monsoon-ready, Tanya! ✨✨✨
To add to your post, I would say that your moisturizer doesn’t fly solo – it works side-by-side with your cleanser! Start your routine with a gentle cleanser to clean without stripping essential moisture. Finish with a moisturizer to lock in the hydration.
Thank you for resonating with this and your sweet appreciation, Nikhil.
Wow… this is a nice way to pamper skin & hair during the rainy season! ❤️
My #monsoonskincare tip: Freeze rice water and apply it to the face for smooth, soft and naturally glowing skin. Let the ice cube rest for 30 sec or lightly warm it up with your hands before you use it on your face to avoid ice burn.
Thank you for your feedback and suggestions for my readers, Aanchal.
Wow! you look so amazing… Dream a dream of clear skin & healthy hair, and your tips will make it come true!
I would like to add a point as well. A rainy or cloudy day doesn’t mean your skin is safe from the harmful ultra-violet rays of the sun. Use a good sunscreen every day to avoid skin problems.
Thanks much, Mirai. I really appreciate your support!
This post has really good advice, and I love your images… ✨✨✨
Well, I make sure I wash my face at least two-three times a day to avoid excess oil and dirt, further avoiding fungal infections.
Glad to be of help, Arjun.
Beautiful images ❤️ and I love the way you explained this!
While the monsoons can be romanticised endlessly, the level of humidity that comes with the season can be a nightmare for people like me who have oily and acne-prone skin, which is why it needs extra care during this season. Thank you for your advice, Tanya.
Thank you for your interest and appreciation, Varuna.
I love the vibe of this post! ✨ Thank you for sharing such useful information for the daily care of scalp & hair, would love to try the recommendations.
Glad you’ve found the post helpful, Natasha.
Goddess of perfect pictures! Also, in loveeee with how amazing your hair looks! ❤️❤️❤️
On that note, apart from a couple of preventive measures for my sensitive skin, I usually seek Mother Nature for my skincare and my neem tree never disappoints me. I bathe with neem infused water, which is a traditional Ayurvedic practice.
Thank you very much, Anahata. I’m touched!
This is so helpful. 🙂 I am a skincare enthusiast who loves to play the cosmetic detective and have noticed over my time here that you always have amazing tips. ❤️ Keep growing & glowing.
Such heartfelt wishes and appreciation, Arvind! Truly treasured.
Beautiful shots, Tanya! And I love the way you explained this. ❤️
I would recommend –
* Using a light moisturizer on your skin…
* Not to forget to use a toner prior…
* And scrub your skin once a week…
Glad to have your approval, Deepti. And, thank you for your thoughts.
Love this share! ✨ In monsoons, the weather in most parts of India tends to get humid. At the same time, so many of us sleep in air-conditioned environments. Thus the focus is mainly on hydration without a lot of layering of products, double cleansing and the occasional mask and/or scrub for deep cleansing pores to prevent their clogging.
Thank you for adding to my post so wonderfully, Vishal.