Unpredictable Weather Makes Skin and Hair Vulnerable to Problems, Here's How to Care for It

Illustration of skin care. (Freepik)

JAKARTA - Changing weather that is increasingly difficult to predict is a challenge for skin and hair health.

In one day, people can face scorching sun, hot and humid air, and then heavy rain that comes without warning.

This condition makes the skin more prone to dehydration, irritation, and redness due to exposure to the sun, while the hair is at risk of becoming dull, dull, and easily damaged.

Beauty experts assess that skin and hair care is no longer just a part of a routine to support appearance, but a need to maintain health in the midst of changing environmental conditions.

In addition to maintaining cleanliness, it is also important to choose a care product that can provide protection and comfort during activities.

"The challenge for people in tropical climates like Indonesia is to find products that not only provide high protection such as SPF 50, but also have a light and practical texture to re-apply in the midst of busyness,"

"Through the curation of UV Protection products to After-Sun Care, we want to ensure that consumers are still protected from exposure to sunlight and high humidity without sacrificing comfort," said Chrisanti Indiana, Co-founder & CMO of Social Bella in a statement to VOI, Friday, June 5.

Here are some simple steps that can be applied to maintain skin and hair health when the weather is uncertain:

1. Start the day with proper hair care

Changes in temperature and humidity can affect the condition of the hair. When the weather is hot, the production of oil on the scalp tends to increase, while exposure to rain and cold air can make the hair feel sticky or brittle.

In this condition, it is important to choose shampoos and care products that help maintain the natural moisture of the hair while providing additional nutrients. Well-cared for hair tends to be stronger in the face of changes in environmental conditions throughout the day.

2. Don't miss the protection from UV rays

Sun exposure can still occur even if the weather looks cloudy. Therefore, the use of sunscreen with adequate protection is an important step to help maintain skin health.

In addition to sunscreen, the use of makeup products with a light texture can also be an option to keep the skin looking fresh without feeling heavy, especially for those who are active outdoors.

3. Routine reapplying sunscreen

One habit that is often forgotten is reapplying sunscreen. In fact, protection against UV rays will decrease over time, especially after sweating or being active outdoors.

Currently, there are various product options with practical packaging that make it easy to reuse anytime and anywhere. The stick or spray format is a widely chosen alternative because it is easier to use without disturbing makeup.

4. Give extra protection to the hair

Not only the skin, the hair also needs protection from exposure to the sun and pollution. For owners of colored hair, extra protection can help keep the hair color from fading quickly while maintaining its softness.

Care products with moisturizing ingredients and additional nutrients can help keep hair healthy, shiny, and easy to manage even when exposed to extreme weather.

5. End the day by soothing the skin

After a day of activity, the skin needs time to recover from exposure to heat, dust, and pollution. Using products that provide a soothing and moisturizing effect can help reduce discomfort while restoring skin hydration.

Products based on aloe vera or ingredients known to have a soothing effect are often the choice to help relieve redness and maintain skin moisture after outdoor activities.