The monsoon in India brings a refreshing respite from the heat, but it often brings a host of skin troubles too. The increased humidity, fluctuating temperatures, and dampness can throw your skin's balance completely off-kilter, leading to breakouts, fungal infections, and irritation. 

To understand why your skin's acting out and how to restore its calm, mid-day spoke to Dr Mikki Singh, dermatologist and cosmetologist, founder and medical director at Bodycraft Clinics, and Dr Prachi B. Bodkhe, dermatologist at Envi Aesthetics.

The humidity huddle: Why monsoon triggers breakouts
Even if you don't typically battle acne, the monsoon's high humidity can unleash a wave of breakouts. Mikki Singh explains the science behind this phenomenon, "Increased humidity during the monsoon season causes your skin’s sebaceous (oil) glands to become overactive.” 

She outlines two major issues: