Cloudy skies, sporadic showers, breezy days — the monsoon season is here, but is your skin ready to welcome the season?
Cozying up with a hot cup of coffee & a good book sounds like the ideal plan for a rainy day, but you’ll need to make time to go the extra mile for your skin’s health. While the monsoon season may have offered a respite from the heat, the humidity & exposure to rainwater can wreak havoc on your skin.
From clogged pores to acne breakouts, dehydrated skin to dullness, all of these can take a toll on your skin’s overall health. But with a little extra care & a proper skincare routine, you can flaunt radiant skin throughout the season. Here are 7 common skincare mistakes to avoid in monsoon season to keep your skin looking & feeling healthy from Within.
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7 Common Skincare Mistakes to Avoid in Monsoon Season
Not Cleansing Enough or not cleansing thoroughly
The humidity & dampness in the air tends to make skin oilier. Not cleansing your skin thoroughly and enough during the day can lead to clogged pores & cause acne breakouts.
To keep your skin looking squeaky clean, and feeling fresh all day, cleanse your skin using a gentle, non-stripping cleanser twice a day. The Within Beauty Bubble Bounce Barrier Boost Gel Cleanser is ideal for oily skin. This sulfate-free cleanser lathers easily, does the job without overdrying, and leaves the skin feeling smooth & soft. This cleanser also helps soothe inflammation, removing dirt, impurities, makeup & sunscreen.
Skipping or skimping on moisturiser
If you think the moisture in the air is an excuse to skip a moisturiser, then think again. The humidity can cause your skin to look & feel dehydrated, because of excess sebum production.
To keep your skin hydrated throughout the day you need a moisturiser that will absorb into the skin instantly without leaving behind an oily mess. All you need is 2-3 pumps of Within Beauty Daily Dew Barrier Restore Gel Moisturiser to keep your skin hydrated for 72 hours! Perfect for oily, sensitive skin, this moisturiser offers balanced hydration for long hours. Just twist, pump, blend & go to nourish your skin.
Not using sunscreen
Monsoon or summer, winter or spring, irrespective of the season, SPF is non-negotiable. Cloudy skies don’t mean the absence of UV rays.
Using an SPF 30 & above sunscreen throughout the year is a must. If you’re too skeptical about adding too many layers, then our multi-tasking sunscreen is it for you. The Within Beauty Sunny Side Up Barrier Protect Hydrating Sunscreen pulls double duty; this sunscreen helps hydrate & lock in moisture while sun-protecting your skin from UVA/UVB rays.
The ceramides in this sunscreen also help protect your skin barrier from sun damage. What makes it even better is that it leaves zero white cast, and leaves behind a light dewy finish. Use 3 fingers full of this sunscreen on your face & neck area for ample sun protection
Not Exfoliating your skin
Exfoliation can be harsh on your skin if you choose the wrong method & overdo it. Exfoliation helps slough off dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and brightens skin. Use a gentle exfoliant once or twice a week to see the best results.
A simpler way to exfoliate dead skin cells & reduce acne breakouts caused by clogged pores is by using the Within Beauty Clear Drops Barrier Repair Acne Clearing Serum. Just 2-3 drops of this serum is enough to gently slough away dead skin cells, and fight acne symptoms & breakouts. Follow this serum up with a nourishing moisturiser to lock in the moisture.
Not hydrating enough
When we say hydration, we don’t just mean drinking lots of water and filling up on fluids, it means ensuring your skin feels healthy & plump.
While a nourishing moisturiser may seem like it gets the job done, but is that enough to deal with dehydrated monsoon skin?
Go the extra mile by giving your skin an added boost of hydration with the Within Beauty Dew Drench Barrier Build Hydrating Sheet Mask. Packed with barrier-boosting benefits & hydrating ingredients, this sheet mask helps soak your skin in long-lasting moisturisation. What’s more? It also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles. All you need is 20 minutes to rejuvenate your dull, dehydrated skin.
Applying heavy makeup
Can’t do without makeup daily? That’s okay! Just opt for lighter looks & a simplified makeup routine with fewer steps & products to look put together.
The humidity will cause your pores to feel clogged up, and heavy makeup will only add to it. This will lead to more breakouts & inflammation.
Taking long hot showers
While hot showers after a long rainy day seem the most comforting thing, they can do more harm than good. Hot water can dry and strip your skin of its natural moisture content.
This can lead to skin feeling more dehydrated, aggravate inflammation, and cause redness. Opt for lukewarm water when showering or washing your face to cleanse thoroughly without irritating the skin.
These are some of the common mistakes that can deteriorate your skin’s health in the monsoon. Now all you have to do is be mindful enough to ensure your skin looks healthy & glowing from the inside out throughout the season.
