10 Pre & Post Holi Haircare & Skincare Tips for a Care-Free Celebration
The festival of colours is just around the corner, and as we gear up for the vibrant celebrations, it's essential to prepare your skin and hair for Holi beforehand to keep them safe from damage. While Holi is all about fun, laughter, and splashes of colour, the harsh chemicals in synthetic colours, prolonged sun exposure, and excessive dryness can take a toll on your Holi skin and hair care routine. But don’t worry; we’ve got you covered!
With the right pre-Holi skin care and hair care tips, you can ensure that your skin remains nourished, your hair stays protected, and you glow throughout the celebrations. This post will help you enjoy the festival to the fullest while keeping damage at bay. From prepping your hair and skin before stepping out to cleansing and restoring hydration afterward, these simple yet effective tips will make sure your Holi is all about joy and zero worries!
Pre-Holi Skincare & Haircare Tips
Before you start with your Holi celebration, you must consider some Holi tips for skin and hair to keep them protected. They are as follows:
Pre-Holi Skincare Tips:
Be it Holi or not, following a good skincare routine is a must to maintain healthy and hydrated skin. But don’t worry, it’s okay to start now rather than never. A well-planned pre-Holi skincare routine creates a protective barrier, making it easier to wash off colours while keeping your skin healthy and hydrated. Here are some tips that you should start right away to protect your skin during and post Holi celebrations:
1. Cleansing is a Must
Begin by cleansing your face with the right face cleanser formulated for your skin type to remove dirt and excess oil. This ensures your skin is fresh and ready to absorb the nourishing products that follow.
2. Moisturize & Create a Protective Barrier
Always and always moisturise your skin. This acts as a protective barrier, preventing colours from penetrating deep into your skin and making it easier to wash them off later. You can try out our Daily Hydrating Body Lotion or the AHA Body Lotion to maintain moisture in your skin. Besides this, as Holi can aggravate issues like acne, you can also opt for our Oil Control Face Moisturizer to keep acne and breakouts at bay.
3. Don’t Forget to Apply Sunscreen
Whether it’s holi or not, it’s always better to apply a broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen to shield your skin from harmful UV rays and prevent tanning or sunburn. This simple step in your before Holi skin care routine will keep your skin safe from damage.
You can try out the SunScoop 5% Niacinamide Sunscreen Body Lotion that has SPF 50+ and PA++++. This sunscreen body lotion is packed with the benefits of both sunscreen and body lotion that will keep your skin moisturised plus sun protected. Also, to keep your face sun-protected, you can choose between our Hydrating Cream Sunscreen and Oil Control Gel sunscreen, depending on your skin type.
4. Keep Your Lips SPF-Protected
While finalising skin care before Holi, don’t forget to take care of your lips. Choose from the Lip Jelly range with 4 delicious flavours and tints: Chocolate, Vanilla, Peach, and Cherry. These lip balms are packed with ceramides, 2% Kojic acid, and SPF 50 PA++++. Applying it before heading out will not only protect your lips from the sun but also add a colourful, pigmented tint for that glossy look.
Pre-Holi Haircare Tips:
Holi or not, your hair deserves consistent care to stay strong, nourished, and resilient. The festival’s vibrant colours, coupled with sun exposure and dust, can leave your hair dry, brittle, and prone to breakage. A few simple pre-Holi hair care steps can act as a shield, ensuring your locks remain healthy and damage-free even after the celebrations.
1. Deep Oil Massage
Start by applying a generous amount of coconut, or rosemary oil to your scalp and hair. This forms a protective barrier that prevents colour from seeping in. Plus, it will also provide nourishment to your scalp and hair for Holi, which will minimize the damage from the post-Holi celebration.
2. Gentle Cleansing with a Mild Shampoo
Wash your hair with a sulphate-free shampoo to remove any product buildup or impurities. This ensures your hair is clean and ready to absorb the nourishment from other hair care products.
3. Intense Conditioning
Follow up with a deep-conditioning hair mask or a leave-in conditioner to lock in moisture. This helps in strengthening the hair and reducing damage caused by Holi colours.
4. Apply a Hair Serum or Heat Protectant
Use a lightweight hair serum or heat protectant spray to add an extra layer of defense against harsh colours and sun exposure. This will also keep your hair smooth and frizz-free.
Bonus Tip: Stay Hydrated: Whether playing indoors or outdoors, this celebration can be draining on your body. Hence, you must drink plenty of water before and during the celebrations to keep your Holi skin care tips in check by ensuring hydration and toxin removal.
Post-Holi Skincare & Haircare Tips
Post-Holi celebrations, it is extremely important to cleanse your Holi care routine properly to minimize the aftereffects. Below-highlighted are some skincare and haircare tips for after Holi skin care:
Post-Holi Skincare Tips:
After all the fun and colours, your skin might feel dry, irritated, or sensitive due to the harsh chemicals and prolonged sun exposure. A proper post-Holi skincare routine can help restore hydration, repair damage, and bring back your skin’s natural glow.
1. Gentle Cleansing is Key
Avoid harsh scrubbing to remove colours. Use a mild, sulfate-free face scrub or face wash to cleanse your skin gently without stripping its natural moisture. This will help with after Holi face care while keeping your skin soft and nourished. It is recommended to try Chemist At Play’s Gentle Exfoliating Face Scrub, Salicylic Acid Face Wash, or Gentle & Hydrating Face Cleanser to remove the colours gently while keeping the skin hydrated.
2. Deeply Hydrate Your Skin
After cleansing, replenish lost moisture with a hydrating serum such as the Salicylic Acid Face Serum to calm any irritation and prevent acne and breakouts. This step in your Holi skin care tips routine will also help prevent acne and breakouts.
3. Scrub Off Stubborn Stains
For stubborn colour stains, exfoliate your skin with a Body Exfoliate Scrub, which has the benefits of coffee and sugar. This will help remove deep-set colours effectively as part of your after-Holi hair care routine.
4. Apply a Healing Sunscreen for Protection
Finish with a broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen to shield your skin from further damage and prevent post-Holi tanning or irritation.
5. Avoid Makeup for a Day
Give your skin time to breathe and recover by avoiding heavy makeup for at least 24 hours post-Holi. Keep your skin hydrated throughout the day with a lightweight moisturizer such as Oil Control Face Moisturizer or Hydrating Moisturizer, ensuring effective after-Holi skincare recovery.
Post-Holi Haircare Tips:
After the Holi celebrations, your hair might feel dry, rough, or even brittle due to the colours and environmental exposure. A proper post-Holi hair care routine can help restore moisture, strengthen your strands, and bring your hair back to life. Follow these essential steps to ensure minimal damage and maximum recovery:
1. Nourish Your Hair with a Sulphate-Free Shampoo
One of the most important post-holi hair care tips is to wash your hair with a mild, sulphate-free shampoo such as Bare Anatomy’s Ultra Smoothing shampoo, Anti-Hairfal shampoo, or Anti-Dandruff shampoo to gently remove colour residue and dirt without stripping away natural oils. Opt for a hydrating or anti-dandruff shampoo based on your hair concerns.
2. Apply a Deep Conditioning Hair Mask
Use a nourishing hair mask or deep-conditioning treatment, including an Ultra-Smoothing Hair Mask to restore moisture, repair any damage and add shine. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing for best results.
3. Use a Lightweight, Anti-Frizz Leave-In Conditioner
Apply an anti-frizz leave-in conditioner to keep your hair smooth and manageable while protecting it from further dryness or breakage.
4. Massage Your Scalp with Nourishing Hair Oil
A post-Holi oil massage with rosemary oil helps replenish lost nutrients, strengthen roots, and soothe any scalp irritation caused by colour exposure.
5. Avoid Heat Styling & Let Your Hair Breathe
Skip heat styling tools like straighteners and curling irons for a few days to allow your hair to recover naturally. Let it air dry, or if you want to use a styling tool, don’t forget to apply a heat protectant spray.
In a Nutshell…
Holi is a festival of joy, and with these simple skin care and haircare tips, you can enjoy the festivities without worrying about damage. Prep well, play safe, and pamper your skin and hair afterward to keep your glow intact. Wishing you a happy, safe, and colourful Holi!
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: How can I protect my skin before playing Holi?
A: Apply rosemary and hibiscus oil, a thick moisturizer, and sunscreen to create a protective layer. Wear full-sleeve clothing to minimize direct exposure.
Q: How do I remove Holi colours from my skin and hair?
A: Use a gentle face scrub to exfoliate gently and loosen colours before cleansing with a mild face wash. For hair, rinse thoroughly before shampooing and deep conditioning.
Q: What are the best post-Holi skincare remedies?
A: Soothe irritation with gentle moisturizer on your face. Apply a nourishing body lotion and stay hydrated for healthy skin recovery.
Q: Can Holi colours damage my skin?
A: Synthetic colours can contain chemicals that cause dryness, irritation, or allergies. Opt for organic colours and prep your skin to minimize absorption.
Enjoy the festivities worry-free by following these simple yet effective holi hair care and skincare tips. Play safe, protect your glow, and have a happy Holi!
