7 March 2023

Skincare Guide for Holi

DRISTI SHARMA


Holi is here, and so are our concerns for our skin because of all the impact the colours do on our skin.

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concerns for the skin

bura na mano holi hai

Let's be honest, in the name of 'Bura na mano Holi hai', people play Holi mercilessly, which often leads to harm to our skin, no matter how organic the color is. 

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Here's your complete guide on how to take care of your skin and hair; pre and post Holi. 

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Here's your guide

PRE HOLI: SKin prep

It is important to start prepping your skin a day before the festival. Start off with a good toner like rose water and your serums. 

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pre holi: hydrating your skin

Use a hydrating moisturizer (lots of it) on your skin, since colours dehydrate your skin. Apply a hydrating mask on your skin the night before for extra help. 

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PRE HOLI: SUNSCREEN

After applying moisturizer, do not forget to top it off with a good sunscreen (prefer a SPF 50 one ) before you start playing. 

pre holi: use oil

For dry skin, use rosehip oil on the face along with a sunscreen. For oily skin, it’s better to use small drops of argan oil along with sunscreen. 

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cocunut oil is your bff

If you can't find your perfect kind of oil, use Coconut oil on your face, body, and hair. It works the best.

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POST HOLI: remove colours asap

ITry removing the colours when it’s wet, as it is difficult to remove them once they’ve dried up. Take a shower as soon as you reach home.

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be gentle on your skin

Use a gentle facewash and body wash to remove colours. Use a clarifying shampoo to rinse colour from hair. Use oil to remove colors gently.

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POST HOLI: skincare

After you shower, don’t forget to apply nourishing body lotion and face moisturizer as the skin tends to become dry due to excess colour and sun exposure.

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POST HOLI: FINAL STEP

If you find your skin breaking out mildly, apply Aloe-Vera gel or Lacto-Calamine lotion which have anti-inflammatory properties that help soothe the skin.