New Delhi July 17 (IANS) Dont let rainy days get you down! From less is more to saying no to oily skin experts give a plethora of tips and tricks to maintain your beauty despite the downpours.
Debabani Guha National Trainer L Occitane En Provence India and Gaurav Bhargava Category Manager Housejoy list down some tips.
* Say no to oily skin: Excess oil and shine is a common humidity-induced concern. To combat it turn to specific cosmetics regularly exfoliate your face apply a rebalancing mask. In the morning apply a mattifying moisturizer before your make-up.
* Less is more: When the overall air moisture is high opt for an easy light and natural look and avoid heavy moisturizer and foundation. Instead apply a tinted moisturizer like a Complexion Clear SPF Cream with a matte finish; in addition to brightening dull complexion it adds hydration in abundance. It is a good alternative to powder foundation that tends to streak with humidity. Similarly prefer cream shadows and blushes.
* Set your make-up: If you really can t go a day without mascara go for a waterproof version. To finish up spray a water-based mist on your face to fix make-up for the day and boost its glow. Choose it according to your skin concern.
* Bring the essentials with you: To look flawless once you ve made it through the rain keep a few essentials on hand for touch-ups during the day. The most important go-to product should be the SPF as during Monsoons UVA & UVB rays affect the maximum. Your compact shadow and lipstick won t overload your purse but will be very useful when you need to be meeting-ready! In case the sun already got to you treating your skin to a detanning service would be a perfect solution.
* Close your hair s scales: To avoid fuzzy texture use a dry oil that will moisturize the length and also will help to tame the hair. As for your hairstyle the simplest way is to pull your hair back in a bun or a ponytail. If you want to wear it down wrap it quickly in a loose bun and take it down once inside.


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