8 Summer Essentials

Simple ways to keep your skin healthy.

- Ayushi Thapliyal

EXTREME HEAT and humidity make you susceptible to oily and greasy skin, excessive sweating and frizzy hair. Small alterations to your daily skincare regime go a long way. Our beauty experts weigh in on how to stay happy and hydrated this summer.

1 Don’t forget to moisturize

For the summer months, “look for omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E in your moisturizer”, advises Delhi based dermatologist, Dr Kiran Lohia. Dryness is a sign of omega-3 deficiency, while vitamin E helps reduce damage from pollution and protects against sun damage. Choose moisturizers that are gel-based or have a light consistency. For an extra boost, try substituting your regular moisturizer with a face oil, which will prevent acne-causing sebum from forming. Tackle acne-prone skin with rosehip and hazelnut oil. If you have sensitive or oily skin, try tea tree oil— it has bacteria-fighting properties, controls excess oil and soothes skin.

2 Scrub your face clean

“But only once a week,” advises Dr Rashmi Shetty, Mumbai-based dermatologist and author of