Festivals are near, and what do we expect? Loads of photos, more groups, and of course the selfies. From enjoying the presence of goddess Durga during Durga Puja to lighting sparklers during Diwali people want to look and feel like stars. But if you’re dreaming of a radiant, ‘glowing skin,’ then it’s about time to start priming.
If you are planning for a perfect skin overnight, you might have to thing again! Flawless = a long-lasting glow; it only needs these three essential things: a plan, love, and skin care. Yeah, don’t panic, I have come up with a bunch of hacks that will work as immediate solutions but also tricks that will take time to prepare your skin for a festival. So, let’s ponder about how to turn your skin from lifeless and sleepy to the glowing masterpiece that will hold all the sparkle expected during the festivities!
Why Start Now?
Symbols associated with the festivals of Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali are not about practices only. We also get to have a few relaxed moments of laughter and fun, have something to look forward to, and hey, they give us a excuse to take too many photos! Because most of these foods are high in sugar, fats, and carbohydrates, the skin sometimes suffers at the hands of oil-rich foods and late-night parties. Otherwise, guess what, we may not be prepared for all those selfies, if do not start preparing early enough. Besides, when the hot summer sun shines in Dubai or the humidity in India, a woman’s skin requires a bit more tender loving care.
Step 1: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
This may seem obvious but drink a lot of water. Water helps to keep the skin glowing. Festivals can be rather heavy work, and as the effect, skin looks rather tired. You can start with drinking lots of water and adding products with hyaluronic acid into your regimen.” I have found that your skin can get to be very dry, and if this is the case, a good hydrating serum or a sheet mask containing hyalurinic acid will do the trick. Pro tip: take a mist with you during the festivities to get that quick glow on your skin!
Step 2: Exfoliation – The New Best Friend
It’s like when you power reset your skin by removing dead and dull skin cells. It effectively removes the layers of old skin while also helping to soften the outer layers so that all the nice elements in your skincare products can penetrate more easily. A mild scrub can be used at least once or twice per week with different frequencies based on skin type. To help give that youthful skin in time for the holidays, there are chemical exfoliants such as AHA or well-known scrubs from natural resources. But don’t rub too vigorously—you don’t want to cause inflammation a week or two before the festivals begin.
Step 3: Face Oils for That Extra Glow
There is no festival look complete without the face oils to give that glowing skin. They retain moisture on your skin and give a healthy glow to your skin. Wearing a light face oil is a new skincare step that you might not know of if you aren’t using it already. It’s especially good to have when you want that extra sheen when you are going out socializing with family and friends in bars, nightclubs, and other places of entertainment.
Step 4: A Handbook of Quick Solutions for the Final Hour
Are you tired because you did not begin early enough? Relax, I am going to give you some simple fixes. Other cosmetic ways to cover such issues include wearing eye patches during the day if you have puffy eyes, a brightening mask the day before the event, or just a ten-minute ice pack to the face. The next tip for that radiant skin is to apply a primer before you put on your makeup that will help you maintain that gorgeous skin glow throughout the day.
Step 5: Your Guide to Festival-Proofing Your Skin—Including Slathering on Sunscreen
Don’t forget the sunscreen! Hence, irrespective of whether you’re witnessing a joyous Durga Puja in one of the decorated pandals or celebrating Diwali by bursting firecrackers, the sun’s rays can be dangerous for your skin. The only armor you have is an SPF 30 or higher broad-spectrum sunscreen. The damage can also be inflicted by light indoors – from lamps or screens – so don’t miss this step even if you are indoors.
Bonus: Facials for the Skin
Ensure you get a facial one week before the actual celebrations. This will help your skin to rest and gain back its natural tones. There should not be any procedure that will involve surgery, instead look for any treatment that will involve water, light, and simple exercises. For those of you living in Dubai, we provide facial hydration and skin boosters ideal for the festive glow.
Final Touch: The Festive Glow
The best thing about the festival is to begin washing your face as early as the day of celebration. Wash and tone the skin and then apply a serum that will provide the skin with that luminous glow. On that note, appropriate makeup can always help accentuate that look. For the festive face put on a sheer layer of powder, apply the highlighter to the cheekbones, and a dusting of blush. Keep it simple, yet glam.
Wrap-Up
That’s why whether you are celebrating Durga Puja, Dussehra, or Diwali, your skin needs to dress up too. All in all, preparing your skin in advance of the festival season will not only mean you have skin ready for all those festive fun, family photos, or selfies but also enjoy healthy skin weeks, if not months, after the festival season. Beginner today and treat your skin to that perfect look you deserve for the festive season!