Beauty Elixir

Delhi, India

Skincare routine for combination skin in Delhi

Scorching dry summers (45°C+), a sticky monsoon, and cold, dry winters with heavy smog.

Climate
Hot & dry
UV
Very high (UV 10–12 in May–June)
Pollution
High, so double cleanse
Combination skin Dullness & texture Hot & dry Under ₹1,000 20s

Every morning

  1. 1
    Cleanse Gentle foaming gel cleanser Shop
  2. 2
    Hydrate Hyaluronic acid serum (on damp skin) About Hyaluronic Acid Shop
  3. 3
    Treat Vitamin C + E + ferulic serum About Vitamin C Shop
  4. 4
    Moisturise Lightweight gel moisturiser Shop
  5. 5
    Protect Matte gel sunscreen SPF 50, PA++++ About Sunscreen Shop

Night rotation

MonActive nightGlycolic acid 5–8% toner
  1. 1
    CleanseCleansing balm or micellar water (removes SPF, pollution)
  2. 2
    CleanseGentle foaming gel cleanser
  3. 3
    ExfoliateGlycolic acid 5–8% toner
  4. 4
    MoisturiseLightweight gel moisturiser
TueRecovery nightHyaluronic acid or snail mucin essence
  1. 1
    CleanseCleansing balm or micellar water (removes SPF, pollution)
  2. 2
    CleanseGentle foaming gel cleanser
  3. 3
    HydrateHyaluronic acid or snail mucin essence
  4. 4
    MoisturiseLightweight gel moisturiser
WedTreatment nightNiacinamide serum
  1. 1
    CleanseCleansing balm or micellar water (removes SPF, pollution)
  2. 2
    CleanseGentle foaming gel cleanser
  3. 3
    TreatNiacinamide serum
  4. 4
    MoisturiseLightweight gel moisturiser
ThuRecovery nightHyaluronic acid or snail mucin essence
  1. 1
    CleanseCleansing balm or micellar water (removes SPF, pollution)
  2. 2
    CleanseGentle foaming gel cleanser
  3. 3
    HydrateHyaluronic acid or snail mucin essence
  4. 4
    MoisturiseLightweight gel moisturiser
FriActive nightGlycolic acid 5–8% toner
  1. 1
    CleanseCleansing balm or micellar water (removes SPF, pollution)
  2. 2
    CleanseGentle foaming gel cleanser
  3. 3
    ExfoliateGlycolic acid 5–8% toner
  4. 4
    MoisturiseLightweight gel moisturiser
SatRecovery nightHyaluronic acid or snail mucin essence
  1. 1
    CleanseCleansing balm or micellar water (removes SPF, pollution)
  2. 2
    CleanseGentle foaming gel cleanser
  3. 3
    HydrateHyaluronic acid or snail mucin essence
  4. 4
    MoisturiseLightweight gel moisturiser
SunTreatment nightNiacinamide serum
  1. 1
    CleanseCleansing balm or micellar water (removes SPF, pollution)
  2. 2
    CleanseGentle foaming gel cleanser
  3. 3
    TreatNiacinamide serum
  4. 4
    MoisturiseLightweight gel moisturiser

Tips for your skin

  • Dry heat and AC pull water from skin. Apply serums on damp skin and keep a hydrating mist handy.
  • On high-AQI days, double cleanse every night. A morning antioxidant (vitamin C or niacinamide) helps neutralise pollution damage.
  • Patch test every new product on your jawline for 2–3 nights before using it on your whole face.
  • Budget tip: Indian D2C brands sell single-active serums for ₹300–₹700 that match premium formulas. Pay for sunscreen first.

Your key actives, and how they mix

Vitamin C + Glycolic AcidUse with caution Vitamin C + NiacinamideSafe to mix Vitamin C + SunscreenGreat combo Glycolic Acid + NiacinamideSafe to mix Glycolic Acid + SunscreenGreat combo Niacinamide + SunscreenGreat combo

Seasonal changes for Delhi

Switch to a richer ceramide cream from November to February, and back to a gel in April. Winter smog calls for thorough cleansing every night.

Summer routine (March–June)Monsoon routine (July–September)Winter routine (November–February)

Want it tailored further?

This routine assumes a common concern for combination skin (dullness & texture) and a starter budget. Open it in the routine builder to change your concern, age or budget.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best skincare routine for Combination skin in Delhi?

Morning: gentle foaming gel cleanser, hyaluronic acid serum (on damp skin), vitamin c + e + ferulic serum, lightweight gel moisturiser, matte gel sunscreen spf 50, pa++++. At night, rotate glycolic acid 5–8% toner with recovery nights of hydration and barrier repair.

Which sunscreen is best for Delhi's weather?

Matte gel sunscreen SPF 50, PA++++. UV in Delhi: very high (UV 10–12 in May–June). Reapply every 2–3 hours outdoors.

How should I change my routine by season in Delhi?

Switch to a richer ceramide cream from November to February, and back to a gel in April. Winter smog calls for thorough cleansing every night.

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