Post-Festival Skincare — Repairing Skin After Makeup and Pollution

After a festival or event involving heavy makeup, late nights, and pollution exposure, skin often needs a bit of extra care to recover. Start by double-cleansing — a gentle oil-based cleanse followed by your regular herbal soap — to make sure makeup residue is fully removed.

Follow with a nourishing oil like Kumkumadi to help replenish moisture that heavy makeup and long hours can strip away. Give your skin a day or two of a simpler routine before going back to your usual products.

A little extra hydration and rest go a long way in helping skin bounce back after festive occasions.

Written by Dr. Moxa Kothari, BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery).