Monsoon is generally the time when your skin is irritable. It can be unstable, as in it can alternatively become oily or dry and dehydrated. Here are some tips that you need to follow during this season in order to look fresh and beautiful.

Cleanse your skin daily using a soap free cleanser. Use a gentle scrub to get rid of dead cells.

For those who develop dry skin during this, a mixture of rosewater and glycerin applied on your face before bed time works wonders. A mild cleanser can be used to get rid of dead cells and grime for those with oily skin. Oatmeal and papaya are known to act as mild exfoliants.

Simple is beautiful especially during wet weather when you should avoid heavy make-up.

Do not be deceived by the clouds as the sun can wreak havoc even in between the rains. So keep the sunscreen on even on cloudy days.

It is equally important to keep your skin well-hydrated as the constant wetting and drying causes a lot of dehydration.

Our feet bear the brunt of the season and demand good care. Keeping the feet dry to prevent fungal infections and regular pedicures are helpful.

Drink a lot fluids, in particular, water as the rainy season can be deceptively dehydrating.

All external techniques can be in vain as long as we are not perfect on the inside. Eating vegetables blanched in boiling water to disinfect them, as salads and drinking plenty of vegetable soup will keep you warm and healthy.