PLAY IT COOL

From grandmothers’ kitchen remedies to new discoveries, Kayal Arivalan brings you old ways and new to keep your cool

- Kayal Arivalan

Summer is here, and the sun shines bright, bringing with it the season's challenges – sweltering heat, dry skin, and the constant search for cool relief. While confining ourselves to air-conditioned rooms, drinking colas, and bingeing on ice cream to escape the heat might offer temporary relief, there is a timeless charm in turning to our grandmothers’ wisdom passed down generations. And, of course, scrolling through the latest fixes on social media to stay up to date. We've collated the best of both worlds to bring you remedies that not only bring comfort but also help you embrace the summer with a smile!

COOL YOUR SKIN – THE NATURAL WAY

Here's how to keep your skin happy, hydrated, and sun-safe the old-school way

RESET WITH A CLAY MASK

Use multani mitti (Fuller's earth) to cool your skin and absorb excess oil. It's nature's aid to beating breakouts.

COOL YOUR UNDEREYES WITH A COLD SPOON

Keep a couple of metal spoons in the fridge and place them under your eyes as a quick depuffing and wake-up hack.

GIVE YOURSELF A CHILLED SKINCARE BOOST

Chill your toner, gels or sheet masks before using them - this will instantly refresh your skin and reduce puffiness.

GO GREEN (TEA)

Freeze brewed green tea into cubes. Glide one over your skin whenever you come back home after a hot day. It's known to be refreshing, tighten pores, and help calm inflammation.

ICE WITH ALOE VERA