Planning a vacation in summer, monsoon, or winter has its own charm, especially when you have a pool to relax and unwind by. While summer naturally brings the appeal of refreshing swims, the pool can be just as inviting during the cooler and rainier months. Winter offers a calm and cosy poolside experience, while monsoons add a refreshing, atmospheric touch to the surroundings. However, each swim can take a toll on the skin. Prolonged sun exposure, chlorine, heat, sweat, and frequent contact with water can leave the skin feeling dry, tight, irritated, or uncomfortable. But with a few simple skincare habits and routines, you can help your skin stay comfortable, hydrated, and healthy throughout your poolside days. Whether you are planning a quick morning swim, a long afternoon by the pool, or an entire day of lounging, here is how to make skincare a simple part of your poolside routine.

Before stepping into the pool

Giving your skin some preparation even before entering the pool can make a noticeable difference. Applying a lightweight moisturizer to your body before heading into the pool can help keep the skin hydrated and reduce the dryness that may occur after swimming. Make sure to apply the moisturizer thoroughly first on clean and dry skin, and let the skin absorb it well. Also remember, spending time under the sun means your skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Water can also reflect sunlight, increasing the amount of exposure you receive while swimming or sitting close to the pool. This makes sunscreen a highly essential product to be used before getting into the pool. So, once your skin has absorbed the moisturizer, you also need to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, paying attention to often-missed areas such as the hairline, forehead, ears, back of the neck, shoulders, upper back, hands, feet, and ankles. These areas can receive plenty of sun exposure but are often overlooked during a hurried application.

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