Why Your Skin Gets Oily and Dry in Monsoons (And What to Do About It)
Monsoons are a welcome relief from the hot summer sun, but for your complexion, it is more like a rollercoaster. One moment it's oily and glossy, and the other it's dry and flaky. Ringing true? In reality, the monsoon season arrives with unstable humidity, fungal triggers, and pH imbalances that destroy even the best of skincare regimes. If your skin has been getting confused recently, don't panic. We're demystifying why this occurs and how you can get it back into balance naturally, with the best care that works.
Table of Contents:
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Why Does Oil Build-up Increase During the Monsoon?
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How & Why Skin Gets Dry in Monsoon
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Conclusion:
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FAQs:
Why Does Oil Build-up Increase During the Monsoon?
During the monsoon, higher humidity misleads your skin into believing it's dry. Consequently, your sebaceous glands overwork themselves, secreting extra sebum to 'protect' the skin. It results in plugged pores, blemishes, and perpetual greasiness, particularly in your T-zone. Throw in the pollution and humidity, and your skin is a petri dish for bacteria that cause acne.
Best solution? Gently and effectively cleanse with a cold-processed tea tree or charcoal soap that balances oil without drying. And don't forget toner, witch hazel, and rosewater-based toners regulate shine and tighten pores naturally.
How & Why Skin Gets Dry in Monsoon
Surprisingly, although your skin may look greasy, it could also be tightening and drying out beneath. It's because excessive humidity weakens the skin barrier, so your skin will struggle to hold on to moisture. Air conditioning, abrasive cleaners, and omitting moisturiser (because you think you don't need it) will dehydrate your skin further.
Choose light, non-comedogenic moisturisers, such as cold-pressed grapeseed or jojoba oil, which replicate your skin's sebum and heal dryness without leaving it greasy. And apply a sulfate-free cleanser to prevent further stripping away of your skin's natural oils.
Conclusion:
Your skin's befuddled state during the monsoon is perfectly normal, but with intuitive care, you can switch it back to balance and radiance. The key is to be intuitive: clean gently, moisturise wisely, and select natural, low-key formulations that complement your skin, not controvert it. With CAMIA's offerings of cold-processed soaps and ethically sourced oils, you can pamper your skin with the kind of treatment it needs—simple, pure, and indulgent.
FAQs:
Q: Can I use face oil during monsoon if my skin is oily?
A: Yes! Use a lightweight oil like jojoba or grapeseed—they balance oil production and hydrate without clogging pores.
Q: What’s the best soap for oily skin in monsoon?
A: CAMIA’s Tea Tree or Charcoal Cold-Processed Soaps are perfect for oil control and gentle detox.
Q: My skin feels dry but looks oily—what should I do?
A: Use a gentle cleanser and follow up with a hydrating serum or face oil to nourish your skin barrier.