The monsoon is a welcome relief from the sweltering heat.  But don't be surprised if your skin doesn't share your enthusiasm. The bright sweat-inducing sun has now given way to gloomy skies and high levels of humidity. Here is a list of what you need to watch out for.

Wet skin
One of the main concerns this season is our tendency to develop fungal infections in our body folds. This is mainly due to wet clothes and shoes. The danger-prone areas are the armpits, groin and the area between our toes.  One way to take care of this is to use an anti-fungal for bathing.

Sweat
The atmospheric also humidity causes our skin to sweat and attracts dirt and pollutants more easily. When you step indoors, always clean your face to wash away the grime and dirt.
During the day, it may not be possible to splash some water or maintain a cleansing practice. To avoid accumulation of sweat and dust particles, use wet wipes.

Fail safe home remedies
Sometimes our kitchen is the best source for soothing any skin ailments/itching felt on facial skin.
Sun damaged skin
Apply a mixture of equal quantities of cucumber and potato juice. Both these ingredients contain properties that soothe the skin. They also work as natural bleaching agents.

Acne
Those with acne-prone skins should opt for a water-based moisturizer. If our skin is dry yet pimple-free, then an oil-based moisturizer is better suited.

Oily skin
Make a paste of chane ka atta and raw milk/ cream.
Apply a paste of the above ingredients, leave for 15 minutes and wash with cold water.

Dry skin
In one cup of rosewater, add two teaspoons of glycerin and rub all over your skin. These ingredients contain properties that soften the skin and leave it smooth to touch. 

A daily regime
It is possible to enjoy healthy, glowing derma without a high-maintenance routine. Here are some rules that we need to adhere to.
1. Cleanse your skin
Washing the impurities away from our skin allows it to breathe. To protect the skin's natural oils, avoid soaps. Instead use a non-soapy cleanser that ensures deep pore cleansing.
 
2.Toning
This helps to tighten the pores and prevent pimples. A non-alcoholic toner incorporated into your basic cleansing regime every morning and before going to bed will prevent skin infections and eruptions.

 3. Moisturize
People who spend a lot of their time in an air-conditioned environment need to keep their skin moisturized.
However, those with oily skin should do so only twice every day. Their skin's natural oils will keep it hydrated.

4. Don't rub your face while drying it
The facial skin is very delicate so rubbing it with a towel can cause hyper-pigmentation. Gently pat it dry avoiding any kind of friction.

5. Don't step out without sunscreen protection
As long as there is daylight, our skin needs protection from UVA and UVB rays. Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before you step out and re-apply every three to four hours.

So although the sky may carry a gloomy cast, all you Ladies out there can brush off your skin woes and guarantee beautiful, glowing skin.