Expert tips to build the perfect skincare routine for Indian skin

Indian skin is tough but also temperamental. One day it glows, the next it breaks out, and half the time the weather decides how it behaves. The dust and heat make things harder, and the weather never really stays the same.

- Dr. Shalini Dubey Medical Affairs Manager, Iberia Pharmaceuticals

Delhi’s winter air turns skin dry and tight, while Mumbai stays humid almost all year. Most other cities fall somewhere in between. There isn’t one formula that works for everyone, but a few steady habits always help the simple, no-fuss ones, not the long routines that flood the internet.

Keep It Clean and Simple

Wash your face day and night with something gentle. It does not have to be anything expensive, just a cleanser that doesn't leave your skin dry. If it does, it's too harsh. Use a light moisturizer after. It should feel nice, not sticky, not heavy, just comfortable. The sun here is brutal. Don't rely on a cloudy day as a sun-proof day. Even on gloomy days, UV rays still affect you. The clouds, or the window at the office do not serve as a filter. Sunscreen is necessary, daily. Choose one with at least SPF 30, PA++++ if possible. That alone saves you from most skin problems.