Rainy Season Beauty Tips

1. Apply sunscreen even on cloudy days
If you neglect sunscreen just because it is the rainy season, you cannot escape the attack of UVA. Long-wavelength UVA is the main culprit behind pigmentation such as freckles and age spots, as well as wrinkles. In fact, UVA is stronger on rainy, dark, or cloudy days than on sunny days, so apply sunscreen containing PA ingredients and use milk to soothe skin damaged by UV rays.

2. Simplify your makeup routine
It is advisable to use products with less oil than usual and keep your skin light by simplifying your routine. You are prone to breakouts if you continue using moisturizing products designed for dry seasons. Since you are exposed to hot and humid environments with increased sweating, you need to reduce oil content. It is recommended to reduce the number of products you normally use and opt for lighter lotions or gels instead of creams.

3. Prevent heat rash with breathable clothes
The incidence of heat rash increases on rainy and humid days. Heat rash is a condition in which small rashes and blisters occur when sweat ducts or parts of their pores become blocked, preventing sweat from being released. Wear breathable cotton clothing and lightly apply powder to folds or areas prone to sweating. However, be careful not to apply too much, as this can clog the sweat glands and have a counterproductive effect.

4. Wash cosmetic tools regularly.
Since brushes and puffs come into direct contact with our skin, they can potentially cause skin irritation; therefore, they should be washed even more frequently, especially during the humid and hot rainy season. Clean them thoroughly with shampoo or a neutral detergent in lukewarm water about 1-2 times a week, and use them after drying them completely.

5. Keep the vanity and cosmetics clean.
Since this is a time when bacteria and mold multiply more easily than usual, it is important to keep cosmetic containers and your vanity clean. The shelf life of cosmetics is approximately 3 years from the date of manufacture before opening, and about 6 months to 2 years after opening. Even so, it is best to avoid humid places and store them in the refrigerator with the lid tightly closed. However, to prevent bacterial contamination inside the refrigerator, be sure to check for any old food and ensure the area is clean before storing items.

6. Dry dry, frizzy curly hair with cool air
On rainy days, high humidity disrupts the hair's moisture balance and causes it to lose elasticity, making frizz stand out and hair look limp. Here is a drying technique to address this. Tilt your head down and lightly dry from the inside out with cool air. Then, take a small amount of gel, rub it between your palms, and apply it lightly from the inside out. Tilt your head back to comb your hair, and lightly apply hair wax to the ends with your fingertips to add strength to dry, frizzy hair.

7. Wash your hair with lukewarm water in the evening.
Scalp care is crucial for hair during the rainy season. Due to the lack of sunlight, which has a sterilizing effect, rain causes dust and impurities to adhere more to the scalp. A humid scalp creates an ideal environment for bacteria to thrive. Since this can cause dandruff and hair loss, you should wash your hair immediately upon returning home and ensure it is completely dry before going to bed. Otherwise, the humidity allows Malassezia, the fungus responsible for dandruff, to proliferate, weakening the hair's strength. Avoid washing your hair with lukewarm water, as water that is too hot dries out the scalp and hair, while cold water fails to thoroughly wash away oil or fine dust.

8. Foot massages are essential during the rainy season when sandals are worn frequently.
Many people wear open-toed shoes, such as sandals, on rainy days because they dislike getting their footwear wet. However, feet do not have many sebaceous glands, and frequent external impacts can cause them to become flaky, dry, and prone to cracking. Improving blood circulation through foot baths and massaging the feet with a product containing oil afterward can significantly reduce the severity of cracking. Even at home, it is better to wear cotton socks rather than going barefoot.

9. Do not wear rain boots for long periods of time.
Rain boots made of leather, synthetic leather, or vinyl provide poor ventilation, creating an ideal environment for athlete's foot fungi to thrive. Be sure to wear cotton socks and have another pair of shoes ready to dry while you wear them. Additionally, since most rain boots lack cushioning—meaning you can feel the bare sole—your feet can easily become fatigued, so it is best to avoid wearing them for extended periods.