Thanks to the constant sweating, excessive oiliness and the harsh sun rays, our skin goes through a lot during the summers. While some people only develop mild dryness or acne, there are a lot of us who end up having to deal with problems such as inflammation, redness and even heat rashes. If these sound like familiar problems, then you have come to the right place. Scroll down for four simple tips on how to calm irritated skin that is prone to rashes this summer.
- 01. Wash the area with cold water
- 02. Use a soothing moisturiser
- 03. Protect your skin with sunscreen
- 04. Wear breathable fabrics
01. Wash the area with cold water
Apart from using the right skincare products for irritated skin, there are other things one needs to follow. Even though hot water showers feel great at the end of a long, tiring day, they don’t really do your skin any favours. Hot water strips your skin of essential moisture, leaving it dry and more prone to damage and inflammation. In case you’re dealing with a heat rash, make sure to wash the area with cold water to soothe your skin. Also, avoid using a body wash or soap with harsh chemicals to prevent the chances of sensitivity and further inflammation.
02. Use a soothing moisturiser
The best way to calm angry, irritated skin is to moisturise it. But instead of picking just about any moisturiser, look for something that is enriched with soothing such as aloe vera, oats, calendula, etc. Applying a lightweight moisturiser helps in instantly calming inflammation, reduces redness as well as itching.
BB picks: Lakme 9 to 5 Naturale Aloe Aqua Gel
03. Protect your skin with sunscreen
If you don’t already wear sunscreen, we suggest you do so right now. These babies not just prevent tanning, but also protect your skin against common problems such as sunburn, prickly heat and rashes. But instead of only applying the sunscreen just to your face, make sure to apply a generous amount of it on your hands, feet and any other exposed part of your body for maximum protection.
BB picks: Lakme Sun Expert SPF 50 PA+++ Ultra Matte Gel Sunscreen
04. Wear breathable fabrics
The kind of clothes you choose to wear during the summers is also extremely important in calming down irritated skin. This is because trapped sweat and clogged pores are a major cause of skin irritation in the summer, and wearing synthetic fabrics makes this worse. This is because synthetic fabrics trap sweat into your skin and don’t allow your skin to breathe. Therefore, it is important to wear light-coloured cotton fabrics that allow maximum breathability, help your skin heal and prevent future rashes.
Written by Urvi Dalal on May 10, 2021
Writer, avid reader and hardcore beauty enthusiast is the best way to describe Urvi Dalal. With over 5 years of writing experience in the beauty industry, you can trust her to have the latest skin, hair and makeup tidbits on her fingertips. In her time working as a beauty writer, she has had the opportunity to interact and work closely with a string of dermatologists, makeup artists and hairstylists. All that knowledge exchange, coupled with her flair and love for writing make it possible for her to bring you some authentic yet fun beauty content. When Urvi isn’t working, you’d usually catch her curled up with a big, fat book, drinking a cup of tea or practising her makeup skills; there is no in-between!