Holi Festival: Pre-Celebration Tips for Preparing Your Skin, Hair, and Nails

The vibrant festival of Holi brings everyone together and is a day when we share moments of joy and laughter with each other. While we all love smearing gulaal on each other on Holi festival, it is important that we are mindful of the damage chemicals can do to our skin, hair, or nails. Even if you use organic colors, you must protect yourself from the harm caused by prolonged exposure to the sun and prepare your skin, hair, and nails so that the colors come off easily. 

Pre Holi Tips for Skin, Hair, and Nails

Listed below are some of the ways you should follow to ensure effective skin care, hair care, and nail care:

1. Petroleum Jelly and Olive Oil for Nails

Apply dark nail polish and a coat of petroleum jelly to your nails and fingers to avoid this problem. This will keep the color from fading and harming your nails. Rub a little olive oil on your nails to function as a shield and prevent them from staining readily. An effective nail care after Holi can be done by removing the polish and reapplying a fresh layer. Moreover, cutting your nails before Holi will prevent color from settling.

2. Coconut Oil and Mustard Oil for Skin and Hair

Some Holi colors are now manufactured from rusted metals and commercial dyes. If you have dry skin, the chemicals will be absorbed immediately. This is when the coconut and mustard oils come into play. Apply a generous layer of coconut oil to your skin and mustard oil to your hair. Please keep in mind that nail care and hair care must be done an hour before playing Holi.

3. Wear Lip Balm 

We’re sure you didn’t realize that dry skin causes pores to swell. When this happens, the color powder may clog and irritate the pores. Use a lip balm to keep your lips moisturized and nourished. 

4. Hydrate Your skin

Preparing the skin with a moisturizing cream works wonders. This step also aids in the formation of a barrier between the skin and chemicals, preventing them from penetrating. Ensure your skin is well hydrated with a decent moisturizer before going out to play this year and top it off with a waterproof sunscreen to help prevent skin damage from the sun and colors. To get optimal protection, use sunscreen 30 minutes before leaving the house.

5. Wear Cotton Clothes

Choose clothing that is both comfortable and breathable, such as cotton. When colors come into touch with synthetic and tight clothing, they might cause rashes and allergic responses. Although they dry quickly, it is best to choose a material that is pleasant and allows your skin to breathe. 

Holi Skincare Tips

Here are some important skincare tips to keep in mind:

1. Exfoliation should be avoided 48-72 hours before and after Holi.
2. For a few days before and after the festival, avoid any skin and salon treatments, including cleanups and facials.
3. Alcohol-based toners, soap, and any product with artificial colors or fragrances should be avoided during Holi because they can sensitize the skin and cause problems.  
4. Don’t take a shower as soon as you arrive home. Take cold-pressed coconut oil and rub it all over your body before showering.
5. Sun exposure causes the skin to absorb color more quickly.

Conclusion

To enjoy Holi to your heart’s content, make sure you follow the above-listed steps. We feel you are ready to rock the Holi festival now that you know how to ensure the best care for your hair, skin, and nails. Just make sure that in addition to these precautions, you are also mindful of COVID-19 precautions. Have a wonderful Holi!