The monsoons bring in a plethora of changes in circumstances and feelings. Some people can’t wait to go outside and dance in the delightful drops, while some dread the gloomy, humid aura that comes in with it. 

So, it’s a fine sunny day and you’re sitting on the couch, curled up with an invigorating book. The weather outside is beautiful, but as it is with Mother Nature, things take a turn. You start to hear the pitter-patter of the rain just as you’re about to turn the page, and you think “Oh God, no!”

The monsoons bring in a plethora of changes in circumstances and feelings. Some people can’t wait to go outside and dance in the delightful drops, while some dread the gloomy, humid aura that comes in with it. 

And for others, particularly those worried about their hair and skin, they know just how frustrating it gets when the humidity starts to cause all those skin and hair problems that they’ve worked so hard to conquer. Sounds like you? If yes, this read is just for you! 

We know that humidity and rain can completely wreak havoc on the appearance and texture of our hair and skin. But how do we prevent that from happening? Let us tell you…

1. Skin: As it is with humidity, you’re prone to sweat more than usual. The high humidity gives way to the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive, which can lead to fungal infections and skin irritations. 

Humidity can also lead to excess secretion of oil, causing pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, and more. Simultaneously, dehydration from sweating leaves your skin dry, chapped, and flakey. Basically, the effect of rain on the skin is a big NO! 

Lucky for you, there are some simple ways to tackle this: 

• Try your best to avoid getting wet in the rain, especially if your skin is sensitive. 
• Wash your face with a mild, cleansing face wash to remove the excess oil. This will help prevent acne, whiteheads, and blackheads. 
• Drink lots of water! As mentioned above, sweat can cause dehydration which leads to dryness. Drinking water will help balance the moisture levels in your body. 
• Bathe twice a day, and opt for a body wash for dry skin. If not, perhaps add a drop or two of lemongrass oil or peppermint oil to reduce skin irritations.
• Finally, make use of a suitable moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated and fresh throughout the day. 

2. Hair: Ever had the monsoons rain on your parade on a day of freshly-washed hair? We’ve been there. Rainwater can cause your hair to become dull, weak, and dandruff-prone while leaving your scalp greasy like never before. 

The humidity also causes prolonged frizziness which can get extremely frustrating to tame. So how do we prevent our beautiful locks from turning dry, brittle, and lifeless? With these simple steps: 

• Avoid getting your hair wet in the rain. Use an umbrella outside or cover the hair up with a beanie or cap for extra protection. 
• Shampoo your hair regularly, every 2-3 days to avoid the retention of excessive grease which can lead to fungal infections. 
• Regularly oil and condition your hair to give it back the moisture and shine it’s been stripped off of. 
• Opt for a gentle, mild, strengthening shampoo or hair oil to stop hair fall. 

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Other than that, hang in there! The monsoon won’t last all year, and you’ll soon be back to those days of stepping out without a worry in the world.