Acne and oily skin flare-ups in monsoon? Try these 9 easy hacks

By Namita S Kalla | June 28, 2025 | Image: Canva

Acne and oily skin flare-ups in monsoon? Try these 9 easy hacks

Apply multani mitti

Multani mitti helps absorb excess oil, tightens pores, and leaves your skin matte and refreshed even on sweaty monsoon days

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Apply tea tree oil

Tea tree oil acts as a natural antiseptic, targeting acne spots and reducing their size without causing dryness or irritation

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Mix neem paste

Neem has powerful antibacterial  properties that help reduce acne-causing bacteria and calm inflamed skin during  sticky, humid monsoon days

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Apply clay masks weekly

Clay masks help draw out impurities, absorb excess sebum, and leave your skin feeling clean and non-greasy even after rain exposure

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Try a charcoal face mask

Charcoal masks help pull out deep-seated  dirt, reduce blackheads, and control oil production, making your skin feel detoxed  and visibly clearer during monsoon

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Exfoliate with oats

Oatmeal scrubs help remove dead  skin cells, unclog pores, and reduce  chances of acne flare-ups aggravated  by monsoon sweat and grime

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Use gel-based moisturisers

Switch to lightweight gel moisturisers  that hydrate your skin without clogging  pores or adding unnecessary greasiness  during monsoons

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Wash face twice daily

A simple but effective step, washing your face twice daily helps control oil production and prevents dirt buildup on humid days

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Choose non-comedogenic sunscreen

Never skip sunscreen even on cloudy days, but pick non-comedogenic formulas that protect without making your skin excessively oily

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