Tips for Healthy Skin & Hair this Monsoon Season by Shahnaz Husain

The moist and breezy atmospheric environment, the scent of rain and the beauty of the flora and fauna are what make the monsoon the most beautiful season. Although it cleanses the entire nature, it also brings several skin and hair concerns. Humidity leads to excess sebum, frizzy hair, breakage, and acne. However, all this can be resolved easily. If you follow some timeless tips that I am providing here for you to follow, it will help you maintain your skin and hair health so you can enjoy this monsoon season at its full bloom.

Monsoon skin concerns

During the monsoon, skin becomes prone to breakouts, acne, clogged pores, and blackheads due to excess oil. Dry skin faces whiteheads, while sensitive skin often reacts with rashes. These can be managed with a consistent skincare routine.

Tips for healthy skin care

Here I suggest some remedial measures that you can incorporate in your monsoon skincare:

• Use a gentle cleanser infused with cucumber to refresh the skin. I recommend Shahnaz Husain Aloe Vera-Cucumber Face Wash.

• Exfoliate twice a week to deep-clean pores and remove dead skin. Shahnaz Husain Shascrub Plus – Walnut Face & Body Scrub has fine granules that cleanse without damaging skin.

• Tighten pores with a rose-based toner to prevent dirt buildup. Try Shahnaz Husain Sharose Premium Date Enriched Skin Toner, an herbal formula that helps keep your skin clear and toned.

• Moisturise properly. Even in humid weather, your skin needs nourishment. Look for ingredients like vitamin E, aloe vera, cucumber, and essential oils. Shahnaz Husain Shamoist Premium – Intensive Moisture Milk hydrates without greasiness and suits all skin types.

Monsoon hair concerns

Dullness, lifelessness, frizz, flaky scalp, itchy scalp, and hair breakage become common hair concerns. These are easily manageable when you are using hair-friendly products that complement your hair type.

Tips for healthy hair

During monsoons you require gentle hair care that would not strip your hair of its natural moisture and provide hydration and nutrition to your hair. Your hair care range should be herbal-based; I suggest the following to incorporate into your hair care regime:

Frizz, dullness, flaky and itchy scalp, and breakage are common. With the right products suited to your hair type, these can be tackled easily.

• Shampoo – Shampoo with a mild, nourishing cleanser. Shahnaz Husain Bhringraj Amla Hair Cleanser combines Bhringraj and Amla to support roots and maintain hair health.

• Conditioner – Your hair requires ample nourishment. Condition your hair to keep it smooth and strong. Use a formula with rosemary and thyme, like Shahnaz Husain Rosemary Thyme Hair Conditioner, for manageability and shine.

• Serum – Hair serums help control frizz and protect from heat. Shahnaz Husain Diamond Hair Serum offers dual benefits.

• Organic Hair Oil – If you believe you do not require hair oil, then you should think twice. Herbal hair oils nourish roots and prevent issues like breakage and dandruff. Herbal blends with Bhringraj, Amla, and Neem are excellent. Try Shahnaz Husain Neem Hair Oil, which includes neem, methi, triphala, and brahmi for scalp health and stronger hair.

Don’ts during monsoon

• Avoid heavy skincare products that clog pores.

• Never sleep with makeup on; always cleanse before bed to prevent breakouts.

• Over-exfoliating can irritate and damage skin. Exfoliate gently and twice a week.

• Refrain from excessive heat styling or heavy styling products; they make hair brittle.

• Avoid frequently using styling products and heat on your hair ties, as it makes your hair vulnerable to breakage.

• Do not tie your hair in restrictive hair ties or else you will end up breaking your strands.

• Rubbing your hair with a towel to dry it will aggravate frizz; instead, use a microfibre towel and gently press to absorb water from your hair.

• Do not use excess hair products like hair sprays, as it further damages your hair; instead, use argan oil or olive oil to tame your mane.