Protect your glow: 5 essential post-Holi skin and hair care tips

Published on: Mar 26, 2024, 13:32:29 IST

By Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

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Here are essential post-Holi skincare and haircare tips to keep your glow intact (Unsplash)

After the colourful celebrations of Holi, your skin and hair may need some extra care and attention. Discover expert tips to protect your glow post-festivities.

One of the most popular festivals across the country is the Festival of Colours. Some of the tastiest foods and a plethora of colours are brought along with the lively and enjoyable event. In terms of skincare, post-festive skin care is crucial to restoring the health of your weakened skin after exposure to dangerous chemicals and colours. To help your skin recover from the stress of colour and become plump, hydrated and, of course, colour-free, it is imperative that you take good care of it. To reduce the potential damage to your skin after the festival and get it ready for the festivities, we have put together a step-by-step Holi skincare guide. (Also read: Empower your relationship: 10 key steps to boost assertiveness and strengthen communication )

Dr. Rupika Singh, MBBS, MD, Dermatologist and Founder of Akiya Aesthetics shared with HT Lifestyle post-Holi skin care and hair care tips.

Here are some post-holi tips that can help you protect your skin and hair:

1. Cleanse gently: Brush off extra colour from the skin first. Then, wash your face with a mild cleanser or a DIY mask containing turmeric, gram flour and milk. Don't scrub too hard to remove all the colour if it does not go off in one go.

2. Moisturise: After cleansing, use a hydrating moisturizer to prevent your skin from drying. This helps you recover soon from the colours, water and sun exposure.

3. Soothe the skin: Your skin might feel dry or itchy due to the harsh chemicals in the colours or prolonged exposure to sun and water. Use a hydrating ingredient, like aloe vera gel to calm your skin. You can also mix honey and yoghurt to make a paste. Leave it on your face, neck and body for 20 minutes and rinse thoroughly. This will hydrate your skin well.

4. Protect your skin: Holi can be very harsh on your hair. Rinse with plain water first to get rid of extra colour. Wash them with a mild shampoo and condition them well using a nourishing conditioner or a cream. Optionally, use a hydrating mask to lock in moisture!

5. Skip the makeup: Makeup can cause irritation to the skin and hair styling tools can damage your hair. It is best to avoid them while your skin and hair rejuvenate. Also, drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated inside out.

Taking care of your skin and hair after the celebrations is very important to keep them healthy, hydrated and free from damage. Follow these tips to protect your skin and hair from the aftermath of Holi colours and restore their natural radiance!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Akanksha Agnihotri
Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.Read More

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