Although proper skin care is essential all time round the year, during summer your skin deserves that extra bit of attention owing to the harsh radiations from the sun and humidity. While scorching summer takes a toll on you, watch out for the summer allergens waiting to attack your skin making it dull and lifeless.

Some of the common allergies

1. Most commonly, allergens surround the environment as an impact of the air quality at home or anywhere. As we keep air conditioners running throughout the day, it’s important to clean the air filters of the AC as it only re-circulates the surrounding air but does not purify it.

2. Constant exposure to the AC causes dehydration and drying of the mucus membranes, causing sore throat and sneezing, and can lead to upper respiratory tract infections.

3. Other allergies include – itchy & dry skin, watery eyes and conjunctivitis. In such cases, take the help of a doctor or a dermatologist to examine the condition.

4. It is important to note that unventilated homes and humid conditions can breed moulds, dust mites and bad bacteria making the skin more prone to irritation, itching and rashes.

Treatments at home:

1. Keep your homes nicely ventilated for fresh air and also make it a practise to regularly dust your carpets. It’s a good idea to wash them in hot water once a week. This can help in keeping dust allergies and various asthmatic symptoms at bay.

2. Make sure to take bath atleast twice a day. This could keep you away from prickly heat, and other fungal infection caused by excessive sweating.

3. Using a good quality waterproof sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF is of great benefit as it helps decreasing the chances of skin cancer and sunburn.

4. Due to excessive heat and high exposure to the sun, there are chances for the skin to develop rashes. Apply sandalwood paste mixed with rose water on the affected areas for a soothing effect.

5. Include aloe-vera, cucumber or mint based lotions/ gels or moisturisers in your daily skin care regime.

6. Cucumber mixed with curd, lemon mixed with honey and turmeric can work wonders on sensitive skin during summer.

7. Watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, lemon juice, mint juice, aloe-vera juice and tender coconut water could come in handy to serve you the best of health and freshness.

8. In case you sense some kind of irritation in your eyes, immediately splash warm water mixed with salt and consults your doctor for medication.

9. Continue drinking plenty of water and include lots of fresh fruits and salad in your diet. This helps you stay well-hydrated.

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