The thunders and showers of monsoon have gotten the hovering temperature down and our contentment ranges up. Rain simply makes us so joyful every time. Perhaps as a result of we contemplate it as an excuse to gorge on some pakodas or get pleasure from studying a guide with the sound of pitter-patter. And to not neglect, the dewy petrichor and inexperienced cowl of vegetation and timber round that appears a bit further inexperienced submit rain. Ahh, what a blessing! It makes us really feel like channeling our interior ‘Shraddha Kapoor’ and getting soaked within the rain. However wait, is bathing within the rain actually okay in your pores and skin?

To reply that, let’s get an knowledgeable’s opinion. Well being Photographs spoke to Dr B L Jangid, dermatologist and hair transplant surgeon, SkinQure Clinic, Saket, New Delhi, who defined intimately the results of rain in your pores and skin and hair.

Dr Jangid says, “The primary bathe could serve to supply consolation from the scorching warmth. We’re extra psychologically comfy when it rains as a result of we are able to get soaked. Nonetheless, we reside in a area gripped with air pollution, and poisonous chemical compounds like hydrogen sulphide (H2S) due to vehicular emissions, and industrial areas. Subsequently, there’s a potential that raindrops will mix with harmful substances and injury your pores and skin because of this. Subsequently, a lot of the rainwater we get throughout monsoon is acidic, filthy, and contaminated, which is unhealthy for everybody.”

Is bathing within the monsoon rain unhealthy for pores and skin and hair?

1. When you’ve got delicate pores and skin, it’s best to take further precautions throughout the monsoon season since acid rain can injury your pores and skin.
2. “Many consider within the fallacy that taking your first bathe will enable you with dandruff, prickly warmth, or zits in your physique. In actual fact, the excessive amount of pollution on this water will increase the chance that you might have extra extreme zits, pores and skin infections, and pores and skin eruptions,” says Dr Jangid.
3. You’ve in all probability noticed that after getting moist within the rain, your pores and skin itches extra and your hair turns into sticky and tough. Rainwater could alleviate pores and skin rashes in some.
4. Excessive pH ranges in water can swell and hurt the cuticle and trigger harsh, dry hair.
5. Lice in hair are likely to unfold shortly throughout this time of yr because of the elevated humidity.
   

   

However does this imply we miss out on the monsoon enjoyable?

Under no circumstances, girls! Listed here are some magnificence guidelines you’ll be able to comply with

1. Dr Jangid says, “This monsoon, for those who plan to get drenched within the rains or need to get pleasure from bathing within the rain, keep in mind to take a shower with lukewarm water when you get residence.
2. Use a gentle face wash to take away the impurities from the floor of your pores and skin.
3. Don’t neglect to use a conditioner following shampoo. This preserves the moisture within the hair and retains it clean, supple, and shiny.
4. Ensure you totally dry your physique earlier than sporting garments to keep away from infections.Have a cheerful monsoon!