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Skincare & Haircare Hacks for Holi

Holi – the festival of colours is just a few weeks away. While it’s sure to be a day full of fun and frolic, do you find yourself shying away from the celebrations because of the fear of skin and hair damage resulting from chemical colorants?

Synthetic pigments can cause discomfort to your eyes, skin, hair and can even be harmful to your health. A little precaution before Holi and some effort after the event can go a long way!

So, bid farewell to those fears and let your guard down this season. Here are some skin and hair care tips for Holi that will keep your skin unblemished and soft.

 

Girls and guys! A little oil never did harm. And trust us, there couldn’t be a befitting occasion to slather up than Holi. Massage a generous amount all over your body and hair before engaging in the colour riot.

The oil will instantly get to work and act as an invisible barrier to protect your skin from the Holi colours. If you have dry skin, apply coconut or almond oil. For those of you with oily skin, Aloe Vera and tea tree oil are good options. The best part about applying oil is that the post-play removal will be easy, and skin staining will be a thing of the past!

The night before Holi, prepping your hair with oil is a must. You can massage your hair with coconut oil, or you can mix castor oil with jojoba oil or rosemary oil. Make sure you apply oil evenly and on every strand to shield it from the toxic colours. The oil will provide nutrition and prevent it from drying excessively because of Holi colours and will help in getting rid of the colour from your hair. Also, avoid shampooing a day before Holi as the natural oils in your scalp will also act as a shield.

Colorbar Earth Range Argan Oil

First up in Holi skincare is the Colorbar Argan Oil, an intensely moisturizing oil that can be used for skin, hair, and nails. It prevents inflammation and acne, which tend to flare up after synthetic colors, so use this to make sure your skin is glowing the day after Holi as well!

Kama Ayurveda Unisex Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil

The Kama Ayurveda Coconut Oil is a pure oil that has all the benefits you could need for Holi. Since coconut oil is a thick oil, it’s extra waterproof, preventing staining, while keeping your hair nourished deeply. Apply it liberally from roots to ends and even on your skin to prevent staining and dryness.

 

What’s calling for major skin trouble?  Exposing your skin to the harsh sun and chemical-laden colours is just calling for trouble. These can cause skin irritations in the form of rashes and blisters. But you’ve saved your skin the trouble if you have a coat of heavy-duty sunscreen on. Both men and women should opt for sunscreens with emollient properties. For harsh summers, use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or 50 and PA protection. For indoor Holi parties, an SPF 20 sunscreen will do the job. Ensure that you apply it at least 20-30 minutes before going out as it takes time for the protection layer to form evenly.

There are different types of sunscreen available in the market, so make sure you pick one that suits your skin type. If you have oily skin, avoid using cream-based sunscreen as it will make your skin greasy. Instead, use gel-based sunscreen. They are light on the skin and non-sticky. You can also use a sunscreen spray for easy application. If you have dry, sensitive or normal skin make sure you use a moisturizing sunscreen.

Lotus Herbals Organics Ultra Matte Mineral Sunscreen

On Holi, it’s inevitable that you’ll be out in the sun all day so follow our top Holi skincare tip — protect your skin from the harsh sun rays with the Lotus Herbals Ultra Matte Sunscreen. The SPF 40 will prevent dark spots and sunburns while the matte effect will keep you looking fresh all day.

Clarins Ultra Voilet SPF 50 UV Plus Day Screen

The Clarins SPF 50 Sunscreen is a high-performing sunscreen for those hot days. Even applying a thin layer will give you instant relief and it not just protects skin from the sun but also improves skin texture with each application.

 

 

Holi revellers, don’t forget, your lips are equally prone to get affected by the onslaught of harsh colours and UV rays. Women can stick to a tinted lip balm to lend a soft natural colour to their lips. Men can glide on chapstick to deliver intense moisturisation. Just like the massage oil, the lip balm will stop the colours from penetrating into the skin. Remember that the skin on your lips is more sensitive than the skin on the rest of your body, so ensure that you wear a lip balm of at least SPF 15.

After you play Holi, exfoliate your lips with a lip scrub to get rid of all the dead skin cells. A DIY lip scrub with honey and sugar is great for exfoliating, hydrating and lightening your lips.

Dot & Key Lip Polish Exfoliating Sugar Scrub

Lips are the most delicate part of your skin and it’s important to protect them while playing Holi. After Holi, use the Dot & Key Sugar Scrub to gently exfoliate away any residue and color. This lip polish has a range of natural ingredients like cocoa and almond oil which restore the natural softness and color of your lips.

Arcelia Berry Crush Lip Balm

One of the best pre-holi skin care tips is to guard lips with lip balm. Apply the Arcelia Berry Crush Lip Balm before and after playing holi to form a protective layer over your lips that prevents damage and staining. After using the lip polish, lock in the moisture with this lip balm, giving you soft and supple lips.

 

Built-up debris on the skin doesn’t spell good news for skin, particularly when it’s followed by a spray of colours. To make the aftermath less tragic, it’s good to begin early with a ritual of CTM – Cleansing, Toning and Moisturising at least two weeks before Holi. This will keep your skin clean and supple and ensure a faster recovery from the damage. Men could avoid close shaves as this could aggravate skin that comes in contact with the colour.

Just before you go out to play Holi, ensure that you have on a thick layer of moisturiser. Not only will it help in maintaining your skin’s suppleness, but it will also prevent the colours from settling in too deep into your skin.

Plum Green Tea Pore Cleansing Face Wash

For post Holi skin care, cleanse away the dirt, color, oil and residue with the Plum Green Tea Face Wash that cleanses your pores from deep within, leaving squeaky clean skin that’s neither dry nor oily. The green tea extracts also prevent and heal acne, saving you from breakouts.

Kama Ayurveda Unisex Pure Rosewater 

Toning your skin is extremely important and the Kama Ayurveda Pure Rosewater is a natural toner that’ll do wonders for irritated and tired skin. It calms down any irritation and inflammation and cleanses away deep-rooted dirt and color for skin that’s fresh and happy.

Dot & Key Vitamin C E Super Bright Moisturizer 

The days following Holi are when your skin needs the most pampering so heal it with the Dot & Key Vitamin C Moisturizer which exfoliates away dead skin cells and leaves your skin healthy, glowy and healed from within.

 

If you’ve played Holi, you know that one of the toughest places to remove the colour from is your nails. An hour before you play Holi, rub petroleum jelly mixed with baby oil on your nails. This will offer a thick and protective layer. Another way of protecting your toe and fingernails is by applying transparent or white nail polish. This will prevent the Holi colours from seeping into your nail bed.

Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Color Top Coat

The easiest way to protect your nails during holi is with nail paint and we’re using the Lakme Top Coat, a transparent nail paint that acts as a protective layer. Apply two coats and let them dry properly, and you won’t have to worry about the color on your nails anymore!

Arcelia Power Pop Hand Nail Cream Exotic Berry

We all know the sight of stained and colored hands the day after holi, tired from being in the water for too long. Heal your gentle skin with the Arcelia Hand Nail Cream, applying a small amount on your cuticles, hands and toes every night to see your skin back to being its beautiful self within days!

 

When it’s Holi, you might as well prepare like you were on the battlefield – protected from head to toe. Make it a point to condition your scalp with a good amount of oil. This will prevent flaking and irritation later. And since your hands and feet are bound to be covered in more color than the rest of your body, ensure you add a thick moisturiser to your pre-holi skin care regimen to prevent the damaging effects. Remember dry skin is more prone to getting cracked and infected.

A few days after Holi, avoid using excessive make-up or anything harsh on your skin. Avoid activities that might aggravate the skin, such as bleaching, waxing or shaving and focus on moisturising your skin. Let your skin breathe, heal and restore its moisture.

These hair and skincare tips will help to reduce the damage from Holi colours. You can find a range of products that will help you safeguard your skin on the Shoppers Stop website or you can visit their retail store. Here’s wishing you all a very Happy Holi.

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