Seasonal Change Skin Care: From Humid to Dry Weather
A humid monsoon makes skin oily and sticky. When the air turns dry, the same routine can leave it tight and dull. Adjust gently.
What changes
- Skin loses water faster in dry air.
- Dead skin builds up and looks dull.
- Lips and heels crack sooner.
Adjust your routine
- Cleanser: switch to a milder face wash and use lukewarm water.
- Moisturise: use a slightly richer cream and apply it on damp skin.
- Exfoliate once a week with a gentle scrub like Potato Face Scrub.
- Add an oil at night: a drop or two of Vitamin E Oil.
- Keep using sunscreen.
Do not forget
Drink water, sleep well and keep baths lukewarm. For the colder months ahead, read our winter skin care routine.
What your skin is telling you
When humid air gives way to dry air, skin loses water to the air faster. You may notice tightness after washing, flaky patches or a dull look even though you have not changed anything. These are signs to switch to gentler, richer care.
- Switch to a milder face wash.
- Moisturise while skin is still damp.
- Reduce scrubbing to once a week.
- Keep baths short and lukewarm.
Do not forget the rest of the body
Arms, legs and heels dry out too. Apply oil or lotion after your bath and keep a small tube of hand cream with you.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my skin suddenly dry?
Humidity drops after the monsoon, so skin loses water faster.
Should I change my sunscreen?
Keep using one. A creamier texture may feel better in dry weather.
Should I stop scrubbing?
Reduce it to once a week and be gentle.
Quick takeaway
When weather changes, make your routine milder and richer, not bigger.
This article is general information about traditional Ayurvedic hair, skin and bath care. It is not medical advice. If you have sudden or patchy hair loss, a sore, itchy or flaky scalp, or skin that is painful, swollen or not improving, please see a doctor or dermatologist. Always patch-test a new product first.