Grooming Tips for Men’s Skin and Hair, This Monsoon

Monsoon showers may bring some respite from the Summer heat but added humidity in the weather is not the best news for any skin type. However, men’s skin is more prone to monsoon skin infections as their skin is more exposed to environmental stressors because of constant shaving and enlarged pores. Hair fall is also an increasing concern amongst men as most either wash their hair daily or a few times a week. Read on as we share trusted grooming tips for men to help take extra care of their skin and hair this rainy season.

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Monsoon Beard Care

Grooming your beard is the most essential part of your skincare regime. Whether you sport a long beard, stubble or a clean shaven look, curate the right men’s skincare products that suit your skin type. Here’s a guide we swear by:

Beard care for men with normal to dry skin

Men’s dry skin can get flaky and irritated because of shaving. Here are a few grooming tips to keep in mind during the monsoon, to avoid facial redness and patchiness.

• Before you shave your beard, soften it using a Pre-Shave Oil like that by Forest Essentials. The Oil’s antiseptic properties of Turmeric and Neem ensure soothing and healing from razor burns. The infusion of Pomegranate Seed Oil softens the beard for a nourishing and comfortable shaving experience.
• While shaving, it is important to use an SLS/SLES free shaving cream instead of shaving foam that will help to retain the skin’s moisture. May we suggest using the Forest Essentials Sandalwood & Orange Peel Shaving Cream which contains pure Sandalwood paste, fresh Citrus extracts, and Aloe Vera juice. This Ayurvedic shaving cream soothes and moisturizes the skin and makes the complexion more even. It forms a creamy lather that helps protect the skin from irritation by improving razor glide. 
• Choose a natural After Shave that does not sting your dry skin. May we suggest the Forest Essentials Aloe Vera & Mandarin After Shave Spray that soothes the skin with the healing properties of Aloe Vera. It leaves skin refreshed and scented for long hours. The infusion of pure Grain Alcohol keeps monsoon skin infections at bay.
• Finally, apply the Forest Essentials Sandalwood & Orange Peel Hydrating Facial Moisturizer on damp skin for your skin to absorb it well.

Beard care for men with combination to oily skin

Men’s oily skin can clog the pores if not cleansed and exfoliated properly. Our Ayurveda Experts have curated some tips that you can easily follow in your everyday grooming ritual:

• The secret to proper cleansing and balancing out excessively oily skin of men is to remove toxins and clear clogged pores without stripping the skin’s natural oils and moisture content. Before you start shaving, use the Forest Essentials Sandalwood & Orange Peel Facial Cleanser to deep cleanse the skin by removing excess sebum and impurities. The skin is left perfectly matte, clean and fresh for you to start shaving. This face wash enriched with Tender Coconut water which is known to be one of the best natural moisturizers.
• After shaving, apply the Forest Essentials Sandalwood & Orange Peel After-Shave Spray to soothe razor burns and leave the skin clean, matte, refreshed and lightly scented.
• Finally, you must always nourish the skin with a hydrating moisturizer. A lesser known fact is that if you have oily skin and skip using a face cream in your oily skincare regime, your skin will try to contribute for the required moisture by producing excess sebum, thereby clogging your pores. May we suggest applying the Forest Essentials Sandalwood & Orange Peel Hydrating Facial Moisturizer on damp skin to nourish and protect the skin from sun damage with SPF 25.

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Monsoon Hair Care for Men

The moisture in the air is enough to make your hair fall more and make it frizzier. The humid weather makes your scalp sweaty, making it more prone to monsoon skin infections. The dirt accumulates in your hair follicles when your head is exposed to the rain, even for a short period. Here are some expert recommended tips that can help you get through the rainy season.

Wash your hair on alternative days and daily if your hair has been in contact with rain water

Rain water is acidic in nature and can damage your scalp. It is important to keep your scalp clean, refreshed and hydrated with natural shampoos and conditioners that are free from sulphates. May we suggest the Forest Essentials Amla, Honey & Mulethi Hair Cleanser and Conditioner duo, a gentle hair care ritual to purify the scalp.

Switch the hair styling sprays with herb enriched vitalizing sprays

Try the Forest Essentials Bhringraj Hair Vitalizer, a honey coloured, lightweight liquid that is to be sprayed onto the hair length, to both nourish and protect. Infused with potent extracts of Bhringraj, Aloe Vera, Japapatti, Green Tea and Amla fruit, this hair spray delivers optimal anti-breakage benefits. This award winning hair spray also works wonderfully as a protectant spray before styling the hair.

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Oil and mask your hair weekly

Every now and then, your hair requires some extra care. During the monsoon showers, spend some time oiling your hair and wrap a hot towel around the head to allow the oil to nourish your hair follicles. Wash your hair after 30 minutes with a sulphate free shampoo and conditioner. We suggest using some warm Japapatti Head Massage Oil for frizzy hair and the Bhringraj Head Massage Oil for hair fall and dandruff. 

If you have curly hair and want it to look soft, shiny and manageable, apply the Japapatti & Brahmi Intensive Hair Repair Masque as a pre-shampoo treatment, on the hair length. Keep this Banana pulp infused hair mask on for 15 minutes. Follow with the sulphate free Japapatti & Brahmi Hair Cleanser and Conditioner.

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This monsoon, follow these easy tips and tricks whilst you groom yourselves for improved skin and hair texture. Got questions? Chat with our Ayurveda Experts from 9:30-12am IST, from Monday to Saturday.