Get sweat-proof skin this summer

The author has posted comments on this articleMeghna Mukherjee, TNN | Apr 12, 2015, 12.00AM IST

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The scorching heat and the high levels of humidity can make your face look greasy all through the day.

Constantly wiping your face or washing it with water can strip your skin of natural oils. Thus, to ensure that you do not sweat as much, here are a few ways you can prevent it.

Use salicylic acid
A face wash that contains salicylic acid unclogs the pores of your skin and keeps it free from grease all day long. It has a mattifying effect on your skin. But restrict it to using once or twice in a day.

Splash mineral water mist on your face
To keep your skin fresh and free from oil, use a mineral water mist on your face through the day. Choose from a variety of floral facial mists that will hydrate your skin and will take care of excess sebum.

Switch to water-based moisturiser
Most people avoid using a moisturiser during the warmer months because facial skin tends to sweat a lot. However, the application of a moisturiser is a must. To ensure that your skin is sweat-proof, use a water-based moisturiser that balances the level of moisture in your skin, while hydrating it.

Use a primer before applying makeup
The high humidity level can make your face sweat a lot if you are wearing heavy makeup. To ensure that your makeup doesn't smudge, use a primer before applying makeup. This will prevent moisture from locking into the pores of your skin, thereby making it greasy.

Dab your skin with blotting paper/tissue
In spite of your best efforts, if your skin keeps getting oily, the best way you can ensure that your skin doesn't sweat as much is by dabbing your face with a blotting paper. This will take away the excess oil from your face and make it smoother and clearer.

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