How to Care for Your Skin During Loo Winds and Dry Heat in North India

If you live in North India, you know the struggle—**loo winds** and **extreme dry heat** during peak summer months can leave your skin feeling like sandpaper. From Shahjahanpur to Delhi, temperatures soar above 45°C, and with it, our skin suffers quietly unless we take care.

Here’s how the loo and dry heat affect your skin—and what you can do to protect it.

 **What Exactly Are Loo Winds?**

Loo winds are hot, dry winds that blow during the summer afternoons in North India. These winds can be extremely dehydrating, not just for your body but also for your skin. Combine that with harsh sun exposure and pollution, and you have a recipe for skin irritation, sunburn, dryness, and even rashes.

**Common Skin Problems in Loo Season**

- **Dry, cracked skin**

- **Sunburn and tanning**

- **Heat rashes**

- **Dehydration-related dullness**

- **Increased pigmentation**

 **Essential Skincare Tips for Loo & Dry Heat**

1. **Hydration Inside-Out**

Keep sipping water, coconut water, or lemon water through the day. Use hydrating toners, mists, and lightweight serums with hyaluronic acid.

 2. **Barrier Repair Is Key**

Use moisturizers that contain ceramides or squalane. Even oily skin types need moisture to avoid trans-epidermal water loss caused by dry air.

3. **SPF Isn’t Optional**

Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before stepping out. Reapply every 3 hours. Go for broad-spectrum SPF 50+, gel-based if you have oily skin.

 4. **Cover Up Before Going Out**

Use cotton scarves, wide-brimmed hats, and UV-protective sunglasses. Your skin doesn’t need direct exposure to this dry furnace.

 5. **Avoid Harsh Soaps**

Use pH-balanced, non-foaming cleansers to avoid stripping your skin’s natural oils. Switch to soap-free body washes if needed.

6. **Cooling Ingredients Help**

Look for aloe vera gel, cucumber water, rose water, or calamine-based lotions. These soothe the skin and reduce heat rash.

 7. **Skip Hot Showers**

Tempting as they may be, hot water can make your skin even drier. Stick to cool or lukewarm baths.

 8. **Protect Lips & Hands Too**

Lips tend to crack in dry winds. Use lip balms with SPF and reapply often. Moisturize your hands after every wash.

**Dermatologist’s Tip:**

If you develop persistent redness, flaking, or unusual pigmentation during the loo season, it might not just be dryness. It could be **sun sensitivity**, **photodermatitis**, or **early signs of melasma**—so don’t wait. Get a consult.

**Final Thoughts**

Skin damage in the loo season isn’t about just feeling dry—it can trigger long-term issues like dullness, sun-induced aging, and dark patches. With the right skincare and lifestyle habits, you can protect your skin from North India’s most unforgiving weather.

**Need help with customized summer skincare?**

Visit *Dr. Rizwan’s Skin, Cosmetic & Laser Clinic*, Shahjahanpur — where real people get real solutions.