Does acne, oily skin, skin allergies or infections bother you every monsoon?
As monsoons arrive, the humidity levels in the air rise which may cause multiple skin infections. Our skin can turn oily, sticky and itchy during monsoons. Acne breakouts, boils, skin allergies and fungal infections are also very common during rainy season.
So, if you wish to combat these skin problems and flaunt your clear, glowing face, try including any of these top 4 ingredients in your face packs this monsoon.
1. Neem
Neem, showing excellent anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, is a must-have ingredient in your face pack for pimples. It can help to keep pimples, boils, itchy skin and other skin allergies and skin infections away. Neem also helps to reduce redness and swelling due its anti-inflammatory action. It is useful in skin diseases like psoriasis, scabies and eczema. If your skin is prone to acne breakouts and you wish to prepare a face pack for pimples, do not forget to add some neem leaves or powder in it for achieving a clear and healthy skin.
2. Honey
Honey has been in use traditionally to heal wounds and burns. If you are suffering from skin damage caused by pollutants, harsh chemicals in cosmetics and/or sun’s UV rays, then honey is the best ingredient for your face pack. Honey mainly contains sugars like fructose and glucose, proteins, vitamins and minerals that nourish your skin. It hydrates, softens and soothes the skin keeping it young and glowing. It also balances skin pH. Being an excellent anti-bacterial, honey can also be added to your face pack for pimples and recurrent acne breakouts. By adding honey to you face pack, you can not only bind all other ingredients together but also avail of its multiple skin benefits.
3. Aloe vera
Aloe vera is known to hasten healing of wounds, burns and other injuries. It has amazing skin-rejuvenating action. It instantly hydrates your skin leaving it soft and plump. If you are prone to skin allergies, rashes and itchy skin, aloe vera will be of great help due to its soothing as well as anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Also, adding aloe vera gel to your face pack can help in better absorption of other ingredients into your skin giving you maximum benefits of the face pack.
4. Olive oil
For those with dry skin, olive oil is a must-have in your face pack. It is a perfect protector for your skin. It contains polyphenols that work wonders in the treatment of skin damage caused by infections like dermatitis, xerosis, eczema, psoriasis and burns. These polyphenols enter the skin easily and work as anti-oxidants that delay skin aging. Research also proves that the application of olive oil after sun exposure can prevent and repair skin damage caused by sun’s harmful UV rays.
So, pamper your skin with face packs this monsoon and do not forget to add any of the above top 4 ingredients as per your skin’s requirements. For more tips for glowing and healthy skin, keep watching this space. Happy monsoon!
Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult your doctor if suffering from any disease. Vedistry Pvt. Ltd. does not claim responsibility for this information.
