Dermatologist Shares Skincare Tips For Radiant Navratri Nights

Navratri is a period of unparalleled fun, colour, and sleepless nights of dancing, but with the excitement comes late hours, sweat and exposure to makeup and lights that can leave your skin compromised. Though your festive wear and bright Garba steps are in the limelight, nothing makes them better than naturally radiant, healthy skin. This is why maintaining an efficient skincare regimen during Navratri is as crucial as choosing the ideal lehenga or dandiya sticks. With a strategic skincare routine, your skin remains fresh, moisturised, and lit up throughout the nine nights of festivity.

With an optimal combination of cleansing, moisturising, and protection, you can get that goddess glow without depending too much on heavy foundation. From combating sweat and oiliness resulting from high-energy dance practice to avoiding dullness due to late nights, good skincare practices can be the difference. In conversation with The Daily Jagran, Dr Soujanya Dhulipala, MBBS, DDVL, DNB (DVL), Consultant Dermatologist at Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center, Hyderabad, shares skincare tips that will help you keep your skin shining bright during Navratri - so that you can celebrate with confidence, knowing your skin is glowing as brightly as the festive lights.

Cleanse, Exfoliate, And Prep

Begin every day with gentle cleansing using a mild face wash to remove dirt and excess oil, vital for those dancing Garba nights. Dr Soujanya Dhulipala states, “Follow this with gentle exfoliation twice a week to sweep away dead skin cells, revealing a naturally brighter complexion.” This step helps your serums, moisturisers and SPF absorb more effectively.

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Hydration Is Key

Hydration is essential for glowing festival skin. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and improve skin moisture with a non-comedogenic moisturiser or gel cream. Dr Soujanya Dhulipala mentions, “Ingredients such as vitamin C and hyaluronic acid provide extra glow and plump the skin for a festive look.” Remember to apply sunscreen during daytime events, as broad-spectrum protection is necessary to avoid tanning and dullness.

Navratri Skincare Tips For Glowing Skin (Image Credits: Canva)

Festival-Ready Boosters

A healthy lifestyle plays a big role in achieving goddess-like skin. Prioritise quality sleep to avoid dark circles and puffy eyes, and keep hands and nails nourished with hand creams to match an overall fresh look. Dr Soujanya Dhulipala shares, “For a professional touch, some opt for treatments like Profhilo - a gentle injectable that deeply hydrates while stimulating natural collagen and elastin to improve skin’s firmness and texture over time.” When included in a skincare plan along with advice from an expert, these treatments offer an additional edge to festival radiance, without making your skin look artificial or overdone.

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The spirit of Navratri is about celebration and self-love. Keeping the skin healthy, hydrated, and pampered allows its natural glow to shine without relying heavily on makeup or highlighters. This festive season, follow these simple, evidence-backed steps and let your inner goddess radiate through your skin—making every moment on the dance floor truly luminous.