🌧️ Monsoon Skincare Routine to Prevent Breakouts & Fungal Acne

 Your Rainy Season Guide to Clear, Calm, Happy Skin 🥰

🌿 Why Monsoon Skincare Needs a Switch-Up

Monsoon brings relief from summer heat - but also humidity, clogged pores, oiliness, and skin infections. If you’ve noticed your skin suddenly breaking out, feeling sticky, or getting tiny bumps (especially on your forehead or jawline), that’s often fungal acne or excess sweat clogging pores.

This season, your skin needs lightweight, non-comedogenic, and anti-fungal support - not heavy creams or intense actives.

🧴 Step-by-Step Monsoon Skincare Routine (For Indian Skin)

1. 

Gentle Cleanser (Twice Daily)

Use a mild, sulfate-free cleanser that removes sweat and dirt without drying you out.

✅ Look for: salicylic acid, tea tree, or neem

💡 Recommended:

• Cipla Saslic DS Face Wash
• Plum Green Tea Pore Cleansing Face Wash

2. 

Lightweight Toner or Mist

Opt for a refreshing mist or toner to control oil and tighten pores.

✅ Look for: rosewater, cucumber, witch hazel

💡 Recommended:

• Kama Ayurveda Rosewater
• The Face Shop Jeju Aloe Soothing Mist

3. 

Gel-Based Moisturizer

Heavy creams can clog pores. Go for oil-free, gel moisturizers.

✅ Look for: hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, niacinamide

💡 Recommended:

• Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel
• Dot & Key Water Drench Hydrating Gel

4. 

SPF (Even on Cloudy Days!)

UV rays penetrate clouds. Skipping SPF = more pigmentation.

✅ Look for: matte finish, non-greasy formula

💡 Recommended:

• Re’equil Ultra Matte Dry Touch SPF 50
• Dr. Sheth’s Ceramide & Vitamin C Sunscreen

5. 

Weekly Clay Mask (1–2 Times a Week)

Controls excess oil, detoxifies skin, and prevents breakouts.

✅ Look for: Multani mitti, bentonite, charcoal

💡 DIY: Multani mitti + rosewater + tea tree oil

💡 Store-bought: Mamaearth Charcoal Face Mask

🦠 What Is Fungal Acne & How to Treat It?

Fungal acne (aka Malassezia folliculitis) shows up as tiny, itchy bumps, often worsened by sweat and humidity. It’s not like normal acne, so regular pimple creams won’t help.

✅ Quick fixes:

• Use ketoconazole face wash (like Nizoral or Bioderma Nodé DS+)
• Avoid heavy oils like coconut
• Wash sweaty areas immediately after workouts

🌧️ Do’s & Don’ts During Monsoon:

✅ DO:

• Wash your face after sweating
• Switch pillowcases every 2-3 days
• Use breathable skincare (light, gel-based)

🚫 DON’T:

• Skip sunscreen because it’s cloudy
• Use coconut oil or thick creams on acne-prone skin
• Over-exfoliate (this weakens skin barrier)

🧘 Bonus: Lifestyle Tips for Monsoon Glow

• Drink warm water with tulsi or ginger to balance kapha
• Reduce dairy and fried foods (they worsen breakouts)
• Sleep before midnight for skin repair

🛍️ Budget-Friendly Indian Product List

Skin Concern	Product Recommendation	Price (Approx.)
Gentle Cleanser	Plum Green Tea Face Wash	Rs. 345
Gel Moisturizer	Dot & Key Water Drench Gel	Rs. 495
Sunscreen	Re’equil Ultra Matte SPF 50	Rs. 695
Clay Mask	Mamaearth Charcoal Face Mask	Rs. 499
Fungal Acne Fix	Nizoral Shampoo (used as face wash)	Rs. 250

💬 Final Thoughts:

Monsoon skincare is all about keeping it light, clean, and consistent. Listen to your skin - it might just be craving a detox from your summer routine. If you treat it right now, you’ll glow even brighter when winter rolls around.