Humid monsoons have an unseen threat to pigmented skin. Although humidity does not cause melanin production, it forms the perfect environment for skin inflammation, friction because of sweat and excess oil. With higher humidity, sweating increases, causing skin irritation and often leads to issues such as melasma. Once pollutants mix with sweat, pores get clogged, forming breakouts that lead to difficult-to-remove dark spots and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
But that is not all; cloudy days fool people into not using sunscreen. The fact is that 80 percent of harmful UV rays can penetrate thick monsoon clouds, causing more harm than you know to your pigmentation. Shaily Mehrotra, CEO & Co-Founder of Fixderma and FCL shares insights on how to protect the skin from humidity.
Building a Skincare Regimen That ProtectsDeveloping a strategic skin care regimen is crucial during the rains:
Cleansing: Cleanser should have Kojic acid and Tranexamic acid to regulate melanin production.
Treating: Using a brightening cream containing Kojic acid and Vitamin C to treat dark spots.
Protection: Daily sunscreen is important to protect your skin from sun damage.
In order to achieve the maximum efficacy of the product, the combination of these two ingredients with Exosomes would ensure better cellular penetration and faster healing process. Finally, in order to make the most of your topical treatment, it is essential to have good dietary habits and to maintain good health, thus preventing hyperpigmentation during the monsoon.
There is no immediate cure for pigmentation. It is advisable to follow a scientifically-backed skin care regime instead of changing your skincare products according to the seasons.
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