If you live in Dhaka, your skin is dealing with one of the world’s most polluted urban environments — dust, vehicle exhaust, and particulate matter that settles on skin all day. The effects are real: clogged pores, dullness, breakouts, irritation, and faster ageing from free-radical damage.
How pollution harms skin
- Particulate matter settles into pores → congestion and breakouts.
- Free radicals from pollution break down collagen → dullness and premature lines.
- Barrier stress → sensitivity and uneven tone.
The anti-pollution routine
1. Cleanse properly at night — the most important step. A gentle cleanser (or double cleanse if you wore sunscreen/makeup) removes the day’s grime. Don’t over-scrub.
2. Antioxidants by day — vitamin C neutralizes pollution free radicals.
3. Strengthen the barrier — niacinamide + ceramides keep pollutants out.
4. Sunscreen every day — UV + pollution together accelerate damage. (See BD weather guide.)
5. Hydrate — hyaluronic acid supports a resilient barrier.
Don’t overdo it
Pollution doesn’t mean you should harshly scrub or over-cleanse — that damages the barrier and makes things worse. Gentle, consistent care wins. (For breakouts from congestion, see the acne guide.)
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Before you buy: check authenticity, not price
Don’t chase the cheapest product — look for the authentic one. A cheap fake can damage your skin, and using nothing at all does less harm than using a counterfeit. But a high price doesn’t guarantee authenticity either — people overpay for fakes too. So judge by authenticity, not price.
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