Holi hain….

Holi is played fervently throughout India by throwing colours, splashing water and water balloons on each other. I am sure we are all getting ready to enjoy this festival.

The first step to enjoy any festival fully is SHOPPING!

Here is a list of must haves this Holi.

Full sleeved cotton tee shirt or kurta preferably white colour to proudly flaunt all the colours splashed on you yet smartly provide maximum protection from those colours.

A scarf, a dupatta to protect the hair from colours as it is very tedious to remove colour from the hair.

Organic colours are a must. Strictly avoid metallic ones which can damage the skin and cause skin rashes.

Sunscreen SPF 50.

Petroleum jelly.

These are the must to do and don’ts on the day of ‘Rangpanchami’.

Apply coconut oil on the hair and the body in ample amounts 20-30 minutes before starting to play Holi. Acne prone people can use a non comedogenic moisturiser instead of oil for the face.

Wear your full sleeves Holi gear. Cover the hair with scarf or dupatta

Apply a new coat of enamel on your nails. Apply petroleum jelly on the nail folds.

Lip can be protected with lip balm or petroleum jelly.

Finally, apply ample of sunscreen on all the exposed areas

And you are set to go!

Safety tips

1. Keep rinsing off the colour whenever possible, don’t wait till the very end to click that one colourful selfie. You could actually click a selfie every time before washing. Ta da…. different selfies for different social media platforms!

1. If the colour goes in the eyes, rinse off with ample of clean water, do not put any other stuff like milk, rose water or any medication without doctor’s advice.

1. Drink loads of water to keep yourself hydrated. It’s getting sunnier, at least, here in Mumbai.

Post care

1. When the festivities are over and you are home, dust off any dry colours. If wet, apply loads of oil before to go for a bath.

1. Use a mild soap/ body wash and face wash to remove the colour. Don’t try to use harsh detergents to remove the colour all at a go.

1. Rinse off all the colour from the hair with plain water. Use a mild shampoo to wash off the remaining colour. Protect the hair with the good conditioner at the end.

1. All the cleansing has robbed the moisture off the skin. Apply ample of moisturiser immediately after bath.

1. Continue using sunscreen regularly.

1. Avoid any treatments like facials, clean ups, peels for atleast a week after Holi.

I am sure you will enjoy this colourful festival of Holi without any accidents if you follow the above tips.

But, if you do land up with a rash, you know where to find me!

Have a colourful and safe Holi!!

Take care, be good!

Dr Sonali

For appointments:

1) Dr Sonali’s Skin, Hair & Cosmetology Clinic, Goregaon West.

11am-1.30pm & 5.30-8.30pm Mon- Sat

Call for appt: 02228714176

2) Gokuldham Medical Centre, Goregaon East. Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat: 8.30 -10.30am

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