Holi doesn’t have to leave you feeling blue. With the right Holi skincare and glow as brightly as your festive spirit, because Holi is best enjoyed when drenched in colours.
Holi is all heart with everyone literally echoing ‘Holi Hai!’ before drenching you in all the colours they have. And we know, no matter how hard we try, the colours are not always organic. Someone might sneak up on you with other colours and paint you as a canvas, because come on, Bura Na Maano, Holi Hai! But between the gulal, water balloons and sun-soaked, coloured face selfies, there’s always a tiny voice asking, “What if I end up looking like jaadu?” You would not want to go to work looking like Majnu bhai’s painting, do you?
At Wedding Affair, we believe that celebrations and care go hand in hand. So, before you get up early to fill those water balloons and devise the master plan to colour others, do this Holi skincare. Consider this your beauty armour, the non-negotiable Holi skincare and recovery tips for the most colourful day of the year.
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Pre Care Glow Game Strong
Holi skincare, when done right, is a blessing you would really want. Protect your skin and hair first to avoid the drama later. These tips are better than scrubbing your life away post the colouring fiesta.
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Moisturise Like You Mean It
Think of using a moisturiser as your invisible shield. Don’t shy away from applying a generous layer on your face, neck, ears, and arms. Basically, cover every inch of the exposed skin. A well-nourished skin does not absorb pigments as easily as dry, lifeless skin. The colour stays on the surface moisture instead of settling deep into the pores. So, don’t rush this step and moisturise as your life depends on it. Massage it in properly, like you are prepping yourself for the bridal glow.
Sunscreen Is Non-Negotiable
When colour befriends the UV rays, tanning and potential damage are unavoidable. The potential damage lingers on for weeks. A simple solution to this is a broad-spectrum sunscreen that prevents sunburn and reduces the risk of pigmentation. The key is to apply it after moisturiser and 10 minutes before stepping out. Your future self will thank you for this.
Lip Love Only
The most beautiful and usually the most ignored features on your face are the lips. They are the hardest to clean later, apparently, you did not notice them during your Holi skincare. Colour seeps into the fine lines of your lips, leaving them dry and stained. And no, that will not look like a lipstick or a tint. Use a nourishing lip balm with SPF to protect them. If need be, reapply it from time to time.
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Haircare for Holi Done Right
Loose, flowing hair looks dreamy in slow-motion videos, right? But on Holi? A disaster waiting to happen. No one in their right mind would want to loosen their hair to this damage. Protect your hair with a generous amount of oil, be it coconut oil, olive oil, or mustard oil. Channel your mother and grandmother’s energy when they used to apply oil on your hair when you were a kid. Apply a little along your hairline, behind the ears and on the eyebrows to prevent the colour from sticking. And the non-negotiable is to tie your hair in a braid or a bun. Trust us, haircare on Holi begins with discipline.
Cover More, Scrub Less Later
We have all heard the saying that sometimes less is more. But on Holi, more is also less. The less skin exposed to the colours, the less effort needed later. So, wear full-sleeved, comfortable cotton and avoid delicate fabrics. A layer of body lotion or oil on the exposed areas ensures that colours don’t cling stubbornly.
Post Care Calm
After you have painted the town and danced on the classic Holi beats, it is now time to do the most difficult task– scrub the colours away.
Step 1: Massage coconut or almond oil over the stained skin before jumping in the shower. Wipe gently and rinse with lukewarm water later.
Step 2: Use a mild scrub only on stubbornly stained areas, followed by toner to rebalance the pores. After all, you do not want to scrub your skin away.
Step 3: Apply a soothing serum and seal with the moisturiser as the skin dries out faster than usual.
Step 4: Rinse hair with plain water and then with shampoo. Do not skip deep conditioning masks.
Step 5: Cleanse the body gently, pat dry and finish with a body lotion and a thin layer of coconut oil.
Bonus Tips Because We Love You
- Grandma’s Ubtan Rescue: Mix besan, curd and a pinch of haldi. This post-Holi skincare tip is perfect to gently lift the lingering stains.
- Ice Cube Therapy: Holi colours can be real irritants. Rubbing an ice cube wrapped in a soft cloth can give instant relief from redness and irritation.
- Nail Protection: Applying dark nail polish before Holi and massaging oil around the cuticles can prevent staining and dryness, because let’s put it this way, Holi colours on nails do not equal nail paint.
- Milk and Almond Oil Melt-Down: For those stubborn stains, mix raw milk with a few drops of almond oil. Massage it gently and let it sit for 10 minutes. Wipe it off to see the magic. It would loosen deep-set pigments without harsh scrubbing.
- Don’t Rush the Glow: If faint stains remain, let them fade naturally over a few days instead of over-exfoliating and damaging the skin.
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Holi is meant to be played and enjoyed. So when someone pulls you with a banger shouting Do me a favour, let’s play Holi!, laugh and enjoy without worrying about tomorrow’s mirror. But do keep these post-Holi skincare tips close, oil that braid thigh and let your glow compete with the colours.
FAQs
Question 1. Is oiling necessary before playing Holi?
Yes. Oiling creates a protective barrier, preventing colours from penetrating deeply into skin and hair shafts.
Question 2. Can excessive scrubbing damage the skin after Holi?
Absolutely. Over-scrubbing can cause micro-tears, irritation, and sensitivity. Gentle cleansing works best.
Question 3. Is it normal to experience hair fall after Holi?
Mild hair fall can occur due to dryness and stress. Proper conditioning and hydration usually restore balance within days.
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