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Monsoon weather does strange things to skin. One day it’s dull and tight, the next it’s greasy with a side of breakouts. Your usual routine suddenly feels off—too heavy, not enough or just wrong.
So we asked Team Tira—the people who are always swatching, patch-testing and decoding ingredients, while dealing with the same sticky weather—what they use when the season starts acting up. And when the team says something works, the product has been through it: the humidity, the clogged pores, the midday oil slicks.
From mattifying moisturisers that hydrate without making your skin look greasy, to calming ampoules that deep-clean the pores, there’s a lot in here that may come in handy.
This Lip Glowy Balm is the perfect daytime companion to Laneige’s famous Lip Sleeping Mask. With a glossy yet non-sticky finish, it hydrates chapped lips using ingredients like murumuru and shea butter—while also delivering a subtle blueberry scent. Vitamin C adds antioxidant protection and the smooth texture makes it a great base under lipstick or a standalone lip moisturiser throughout the day. It’s compact, nourishing and stylish enough to be your go-to balm on the go.
If you’ve never thought about using the ingredient in skincare, it’s time to rethink that. This ampoule harnesses the power of green tomato extract, a potent antioxidant that refines skin texture and reduces the appearance of pores. The formula also includes niacinamide to even out skin tone and improve elasticity; and sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer—a derivative of hyaluronic acid—that provides deep hydration, leaving your skin feeling plump. It’s an ideal treatment for areas where pores are more noticeable, like the nose and cheeks. The ampoule isn’t just a quick fix—it works over time to visibly tighten and balance your skin.
When COSRX launched its now-iconic snail mucin essence, the internet had a collective moment—and for good reason. First, there’s the headline ingredient: 98% snail secretion filtrate (yes, really). Then, there’s the slime-like texture that makes applying it strangely satisfying. But what really caught people off guard wasn’t the snail factor—it was how nourishing it turned out to be. Packed with skin-forward hyaluronic acid, it sinks in fast, leaving skin feeling plump, bouncy and deeply hydrated. Bonus: it’s lightweight enough for summer days and delivers that dewy, glass-skin glow without feeling sticky.
This one’s a no-brainer. This viral Cosrx essence is a staple in so many routines for a reason—it hydrates, repairs and gives your skin a soft, dewy feel. The lightweight formulation is also known to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines and soothe irritation. Besides, it helps enhance skin elasticity, making it a go-to for anyone dealing with dry, damaged or acne-scarred skin. Whether you're looking to smooth out rough patches or boost overall skin health, this is a product you'll want to keep on hand in multiples.
Whether you are looking for moisture retention, plumping or nourishment, this widely loved essence can do it all—and it doesn’t choose to stop there, either. By dialling up exfoliation and cell turnover, the snail mucin in this multipurpose essence helps get the upper hand on hyperpigmentation, as well.
Roma Salian from the editorial team says, “As soon as monsoon sets in, my lips turn dry and start to chap. I’m hooked to Laneige’s Glowy Lip Balm in Berry that seals in moisture. It has shea and murumuru butter; they keep my lips hydrated for hours. The balm also gives the lips a subtle shine, so you can wear it anytime during the day. It’s become a non-negotiable in my bag this season.”
“Monsoon air just clings to my face. Even after double cleansing, I feel like my pores aren’t clear. I started using Sungboon Editor’s Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule and my skin felt lighter, cleaner, like it could actually breathe. I also follow it up with the Green Tomato Pore Blurring Sun Cream. It keeps the shine down and acts as a primer. This is my go-to combo during monsoon,” shares Pratibha from the marketing team.
“The second the humidity goes up, my skin starts breaking out,” Varalika from the design team says. “So I stopped layering too much and just stuck to Re’equil’s Oil-Free Moisturizer that’s been a lifesaver. It doesn’t make my skin greasy, because of which I’ve noticed fewer breakouts. I still get a little shiny, but it’s manageable now.”
Yvonne Monteiro from the studio team shares, “Even in the middle of all this humidity, my dry skin finds a way to flake, especially around the chin and nose. The COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is the only thing that gives me the kind of hydration I need. It’s like a big drink of water for my skin. Honestly, I look less tired now just because my skin isn’t parched all the time.”
“My skin flares up every time the weather shifts. I get redness, irritation, even random dry patches that weren’t there before. And monsoon just makes it worse,” Tamara from the social media team says. “Now, I’ve started using the Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream and it’s been a relief. My skin feels cool the second I apply it. Plus, it helps tone down the flushed, itchy feeling too. It’s become my go-to for calming my skin before bed or even mid-day when it acts up.”
Roma Salian from the editorial team says, “As soon as monsoon sets in, my lips turn dry and start to chap. I’m hooked to Laneige’s Glowy Lip Balm in Berry that seals in moisture. It has shea and murumuru butter; they keep my lips hydrated for hours. The balm also gives the lips a subtle shine, so you can wear it anytime during the day. It’s become a non-negotiable in my bag this season.”
“Monsoon air just clings to my face. Even after double cleansing, I feel like my pores aren’t clear. I started using Sungboon Editor’s Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule and my skin felt lighter, cleaner, like it could actually breathe. I also follow it up with the Green Tomato Pore Blurring Sun Cream. It keeps the shine down and acts as a primer. This is my go-to combo during monsoon,” shares Pratibha from the marketing team.
“The second the humidity goes up, my skin starts breaking out,” Varalika from the design team says. “So I stopped layering too much and just stuck to Re’equil’s Oil-Free Moisturizer that’s been a lifesaver. It doesn’t make my skin greasy, because of which I’ve noticed fewer breakouts. I still get a little shiny, but it’s manageable now.”
Yvonne Monteiro from the studio team shares, “Even in the middle of all this humidity, my dry skin finds a way to flake, especially around the chin and nose. The COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is the only thing that gives me the kind of hydration I need. It’s like a big drink of water for my skin. Honestly, I look less tired now just because my skin isn’t parched all the time.”
“My skin flares up every time the weather shifts. I get redness, irritation, even random dry patches that weren’t there before. And monsoon just makes it worse,” Tamara from the social media team says. “Now, I’ve started using the Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream and it’s been a relief. My skin feels cool the second I apply it. Plus, it helps tone down the flushed, itchy feeling too. It’s become my go-to for calming my skin before bed or even mid-day when it acts up.”
Roma Salian from the editorial team says, “As soon as monsoon sets in, my lips turn dry and start to chap. I’m hooked to Laneige’s Glowy Lip Balm in Berry that seals in moisture. It has shea and murumuru butter; they keep my lips hydrated for hours. The balm also gives the lips a subtle shine, so you can wear it anytime during the day. It’s become a non-negotiable in my bag this season.”
“Monsoon air just clings to my face. Even after double cleansing, I feel like my pores aren’t clear. I started using Sungboon Editor’s Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule and my skin felt lighter, cleaner, like it could actually breathe. I also follow it up with the Green Tomato Pore Blurring Sun Cream. It keeps the shine down and acts as a primer. This is my go-to combo during monsoon,” shares Pratibha from the marketing team.
“The second the humidity goes up, my skin starts breaking out,” Varalika from the design team says. “So I stopped layering too much and just stuck to Re’equil’s Oil-Free Moisturizer that’s been a lifesaver. It doesn’t make my skin greasy, because of which I’ve noticed fewer breakouts. I still get a little shiny, but it’s manageable now.”
Yvonne Monteiro from the studio team shares, “Even in the middle of all this humidity, my dry skin finds a way to flake, especially around the chin and nose. The COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is the only thing that gives me the kind of hydration I need. It’s like a big drink of water for my skin. Honestly, I look less tired now just because my skin isn’t parched all the time.”
“My skin flares up every time the weather shifts. I get redness, irritation, even random dry patches that weren’t there before. And monsoon just makes it worse,” Tamara from the social media team says. “Now, I’ve started using the Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream and it’s been a relief. My skin feels cool the second I apply it. Plus, it helps tone down the flushed, itchy feeling too. It’s become my go-to for calming my skin before bed or even mid-day when it acts up.”
