Monsoon has its own perks of romantic getaways, but in real-life situations, it might bring you ghastly ruined makeup. Excessive humidity and overcast skies steal the fun out of your day to day beauty goals. Monsoon is another name for sweaty skin, badly smudged kohl and pimple laden skin. If this seems to be your own monsoon story, then we have some tips for you. First, you should flip through your makeup and beauty stash and see if your products are monsoon-friendly or not. For example, if you are using the same old cream cleanser, swap it out with a mild oil cleansing wash. If your kohl smudges with the slightest humidity, bring a waterproof liner home. Tweaking your daily makeup and skincare habits will help when you are looking for that gorgeous monsoon-glam. Check out our top 10 monsoon skincare and beauty picks.  

Skincare:  

Organic Harvest Sulphate Free 6-In-1 Face Wash 

Organic Harvest’s 6-in-1 face wash is going to be your spot-on solution for all monsoon skin worries. This 100% plant-based skin cleanser is free from pesticides, parabens, sulphates and mineral oils. It not only removes the excess oil from your skin but also nourishes, detoxifies and brightens the complexion. Enriched with the goodness of Daisy flower, Olive leaf and Witch Hazel extract, this potent facial wash suits all skin types.  

Kama Ayurveda Pure Rose Water 

Made from steam distillation of delicate Kannauj roses Kama Ayurveda Pure Rose Water is the best natural skin toner and astringent for healthy skin. This non-alcoholic pure rose water freshens up the tired skin, brings glow, balances the pH of your skin and tightens the facial pores. Kama Ayurveda Pure Rose Water is a must-have skin refreshing mist in your monsoon skincare kitty.  

Plum Hello Aloe Calm This Way Soothing Gel 

Moisturising is a crucial skincare step in monsoon. Instead of using the heavy moisturisers, choose something light and weightless like Plum Hello Aloe Calm This Way Soothing Gel. This ultra-soothing gel comes with anti-oxidant rich aloe vera juice and biosugars. It softens the skin, heals sunburn and keeps skin moist.  

The Face Shop Real Nature Lemon Face Mask 

If plump and flawless skin is in your monsoon beauty goals, then you need The Face Shop Real Nature Lemon Face Mask in your life. This lemon extract enriched mask chases away dullness from your skin, rehydrates and makes your skin flawless. The watery serum penetrates deep into the skin and the actives smoothen and rejuvenate. Start ‘masking’ with The Face Shop Real Nature Lemon Face Mask and feel the change yourself!  

WOW Skin Science Peppermint, Pine & Rosemary Foaming Body Wash 

Excess humidity in monsoon often causes minor microbial inflammations in our skin. To prevent the pesky skin rashes, you need to keep your skin squeaky clean during the rainy months. Based on natural antibacterials like pine, mint and rosemary, WOW Skin Science Peppermint, Pine & Rosemary Foaming Body Wash will be your monsoon-bestie. This shea butter and vitamin E rich body cleanser nourishes the skin and keeps the hydration intact through the day. The energising mint fragrance freshens your mind, and the light cooling sensation pampers your skin.  

Makeup:  

Maybelline Dramatic Gel Liner 

Waterproof gel kajals and liners are best for monsoon. Maybelline Dramatic Gel Liner is one of the best eyeliner options you get in this category. The no-smudge formula won't wash off with humidity and provide intense colour-payoff throughout the day. The range is quite wide; you get black, greys, greens electric blues and even beiges. This hypoallergenic beauty works equally cools as kajal, liner or
eyeshadow base.

IsaDora Nude Cushion Foundation

The thick heavy foundation is a strict no-no for monsoons. Use IsaDora Nude Cushion Foundation to even out the skin and hide those annoying blemishes and acne marks. Enriched with Vitis Vita, aloe vera and vitamin E, the feathery light formula gives you the perfect natural no-makeup feel. And the best part? You can easily refill the cushion with Nude Fluid Foundation.  

MyGlamm POSE HD Matte Lipstick

Bright pouts with a matte face is a killer duo for monsoon. That’s why the high definition formula and on-spot pigmentation makes MyGlamm POSE HD Matte Lipstick your ultimate choice. The non-drying finish won’t make your lips look drab and dry. The moringa oil and vitamin E based formula will be the best friend for your lips. Enjoy a colourful monsoon with the red, orange, fuchsia or mulberry selfie-ready lips.  

Paese Cosmetics Matte Rouge Argan Oil Blush 

Nothing beats the monsoon dullness than a cheery-looking blush, and that’s why you need to have Paese Cosmetics Matte Rouge Argan Oil Blush in your monsoon kitty. The 15-shade wide blush range will enhance your cheekbones and provide a healthy glow to your skin. The paraben and allergen-free formula incorporate the goodness of argan oil, vitamins A, C and E. It’s definitely on our highly recommended list.  

NOTE Luminous Silk Compact Powder

If you are going to buy only one thing from this list, it should be this one. No matter what kind of oil-free the makeup you apply, the monsoon humidity will cause havoc on it unless you set it matte with a powder.
NOTE Luminous Silk Compact Powder not only helps your makeup lasts long but also makes it look
flawless. The silky texture gives a glow to your face.

 

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