Beauty in the rainy season: Makeup tips for the rainy season in India

The monsoon season in India brings relief from the scorching summer heat, but also presents unique beauty challenges due to increased humidity and sudden showers. Maintaining a fresh and flawless makeup in these conditions can be tricky, but with the right techniques and products, you can look effortlessly beautiful all season long. Here are essential tips from beauty experts Pralambika Nagar, Founder of Prishé Beauty, and Kriti Sahney, Brand & Communication Director, Kanvar Group, to help you tackle the beauty challenges of the monsoon.

1. Preparation and primingNagar suggests starting your routine by gently washing your face with an oil-free cleanser to remove excess oil. Next, apply a good primer and an oil-free moisturizer to set your foundation, ensuring it looks flawless and lasts all day. Sahney adds that using a silicone-based hydrating primer can form a moisture barrier, smoothing out your skin and keeping your makeup in place.
2. Become waterproofBoth experts agree on the importance of waterproof formulas. Nagar recommends opting for waterproof essentials such as mascara, eyeliner and foundation to prevent smudging and ensure that makeup can withstand rain. Sahney agrees, stressing the need to use long-lasting, waterproof liquid eyeliners and mascaras that resist smudging and chipping.
3. Light and minimalistDuring the monsoon, less is more. Pralambika recommends choosing a lightweight mattifying foundation or BB cream to provide coverage without weighing you down. Tinted moisturizers with SPF are also great for a natural look. Kriti suggests switching to a tinted sunscreen or a lightweight tinted moisturizer for full coverage and UV protection, preventing your makeup from melting in the humidity.
4. Matte finishesTo prevent makeup from dissolving in the rain, Pralambika recommends avoiding cream products. Instead, use powder eyeshadows and blushes and apply translucent powders, especially on the T-zone, to control shine and set the makeup. Kriti adds that liquid or gel blushes provide a natural, luminous finish that blends effortlessly and complements the humid weather.
5. Vibrant lipsBright shades can lift your spirits on a gloomy day. Pralambika recommends choosing matte lipsticks in bold colours like coral and pink, which add a hint of shine and don’t fade in humid conditions. Kriti suggests opting for transfer-free matte liquid lipsticks for a rich colour that stays put in rainy conditions, and topping them with a lightweight, non-sticky gloss for an extra pop.
6. Brightness controlHumidity can make your skin look shiny. Pralambika recommends keeping blotting wipes on hand for quick touch-ups without disturbing your makeup. Follow up with a translucent setting powder to mattify the T-zone. Kriti also highlights using blotting wipes and a translucent setting powder to control shine and maintain a flawless finish.
7. Fixing sprayTo set your makeup, Pralambika recommends using a setting spray. This essential step ensures that your makeup stays fresh all day long. Kriti suggests choosing a setting spray designed for humid conditions, preferably a mattifying one, to control oil and shine while still providing a flawless, long-lasting finish.
8. Hair careControlling frizz is essential during monsoon. Pralambika recommends using anti-frizz serums and opting for simple hairstyles like braids or ponytails to keep your hair neat and manageable in humid weather.

By following these expert tips, you can enjoy the rainy season in India with confidence, knowing that your makeup will withstand the rain and humidity. Ring in the season with a fresh, radiant look that stays put despite the weather.