Even if the monsoon offers relief from the summer heat, it also introduces a fresh array of problems for your skin. The texture of the skin makes it more susceptible to problems such as blocked pores and excessive oil. The dampness in the air might give it a grimy feel, but don't confuse the sticky, humid skin texture for moisturized skin. You're probably ignoring the importance of hydration during the monsoon season because of sweaty skin, whereas the need for it is often emphasized more during the winter. In reality, even with the shine on your face, your skin can still be drying out and need non-greasy, revitalizing moisture.

Dr. Milli Sinha, an aesthetic physician at La Clinique and an expert in Oteria, told HT Lifestyle that using the proper face mist during the monsoon season can help keep your skin hydrated and lower your risk of developing skin problems.

"Monsoon skin issues usually occur because the skin barrier gets disrupted and there’s an imbalance of microbes on the skin," she explained, pointing out the benefits of using face mists during the monsoon season. Because of the high humidity, inflammations, fungal acne, and clogged pores are all more likely to occur. For this reason, using a face mist is quite beneficial since it moisturizes the skin without leaving it feeling oily. In addition to helping to balance oil production, it also refreshes and soothes your skin and may even shield against pollution and germs that thrive in wet environments. Your skin is currently in need of light hydration, not thick coatings. With a single spray, a decent face mist can soothe, safeguard, and restore balance to your skin.

However, should you simply choose any mist from the shelf? It turns out that there is no universal fix. Actually, choosing the wrong one causes skin dehydration rather than moisturizing it. In response to this, Dr. Milli Sinha stated, "Not all face mists are the same, so it's important to avoid ones with a lot of alcohol, as they can dry your skin out over time. Alternatively, you can opt for nature-based ingredient mists that address typical monsoon-related issues like oiliness, redness, and dullness, in addition to moisturizing.

In addition to providing us with advice on when to use face mists, Dr. Sinha gave us a guide that listed the essential components to look for in face mists that could help with current skin problems:

Face mist ingredients to look out for

1. Ashwagandha and kiwi extract

• Since ashwagandha and kiwi extract work synergistically to maintain and protect the skin, they are ideal for monsoon skincare. The vitamin C and antioxidants in kiwi help revitalize worn-out skin, increase collagen production, and manage excessive oil production, hence reducing the greasiness and drabness that are prevalent in humid conditions.
• Ashwagandha helps the skin remain calm and resilient to the humidity and pollution that are common during the monsoon season by calming inflammation, fortifying the skin's barrier, and lowering stress at the cellular level.

2. Extract of strawberry

• Strawberries are well known for their astringent qualities, which aid to tone the skin and constrict pores.
• It contains plenty of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) and vitamin C, which softly exfoliate dead skin cells and give you a fairer, fresher-looking complexion—exactly what your skin needs to fight the dullness and congestion that monsoon humidity can induce.

3. Hyaluronic acid and rose extract

• In humid conditions, when the skin feels overheated or stressed, inflammation is a typical result. Rose extract relieves irritation and soothes inflammation.
• Hyaluronic acid provides intense, lightweight hydration by attracting moisture into the skin without leaving it oily. This mix helps keep the skin barrier healthy, keeping it balanced, relaxed, and comfortable even during the most humid, unpredictable monsoon weather.

4. Water from springs:

• For monsoon skin, spring water is a miracle treatment. This pure, mineral-rich mist hydrates and revitalizes without leaving behind a heavy feeling, soothing irritation and regulating oiliness.
• Its inherent goodness fortifies your skin's barrier, protecting you from the annoying illnesses brought on by the wet weather, and leaving your complexion revitalized, soothed, and radiant throughout the year.

• Morning surge: Mist to prime the skin after cleaning, prior to applying serums or sunscreen.
• Midday Refreshment: Use a fast spritz to revitalize dull, oily skin when at work or on the way.
• Post-workout cleanse: Following a workout, use a mist with antibacterial ingredients, such fruit acids or rosewater, to cleanse and cool your skin while on the go.

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