Holi is definitely a fun festival, but what isn’t fun is the damage it causes. Harmful chemicals and colors can definitely take their toll on your skin and hair – even the so-called organic ones! With ingredients like motor oil, diesel, and the like, it’s sensible to take precautionary measures to keep your skin and hair safe. Here is a list of 5 products that can take care of your skin and hair while enjoying Holi.
Holi is just around the corner and it’s all fun and games so far, they’re on the floor throwing colors at each other, but the aftermath, when they’re all drenched in God knows what in the name of color, is pretty dire. Taking hours and hours to remove debris from your hair and exfoliate your skin until it’s dry and red, well, it can definitely take a toll on your skin and hair, but don’t worry! We have rounded up 5 Amazon products that will ensure your hair and skin stay healthy while you enjoy your vali holi range!
1. SPF – LA Shield Sunscreen Gel:
Holi is mostly played outdoors so you would not only be drenched in colours, but drenched in sun for a long time and you definitely don’t want the mix of tanning and harmful chemicals. So make sure you apply a reasonable amount of SPF to your face or any area that is exposed. It can act as a color barrier and prevent colors from penetrating the skin.
2. Oil – Parachute Coconut Oil:
Apply a generous amount of oil to your skin and hair, not only will it act as a protective shield, but lubrication can even help absorb less color and quickly wash off color after Holi.
3. Sulfate Free Shampoo – L’Oréal Vitamino Color Shampoo:
Rinse hair thoroughly with water, then apply a generous amount of sulfate-free shampoo and double cleanse, if necessary. Always use a mild shampoo, free of sulfates and parabens. With so many harmful chemicals and colors, the moisture will already be removed and you shouldn’t go even harder on your braids. So treat them well with a gentle shampoo like L’Oréal Vitamino color which is enriched with antioxidants and vitamin E, this shampoo for dry hair protects and nourishes your hair from within, combats roughness and gives your hair a natural shine. and it also works perfectly well with chemically treated hair, just what you need after a long day of playing with colors.”
4. Gentle Non-Comedogenic Moisturizer:
Harmful chemicals in water-based colors and sun can strip skin of moisture and nutrition, leaving it dry, dull, and patchy. Be sure to use a gentle, non-comedogenic moisturizer like Cetaphil – free from sulfates, parabens and fragrances, it is perfectly suitable for sensitive skin that can retain adequate nutrition to keep your skin healthy and plump.
5. Petroleum Jelly – Laneige Sleeping lip Mask:
Just like your skin and hair, your lips and cuticles also need protection from harmful chemicals. Vaseline is a multi-purpose product that can be used on cuticles, elbows, and lips. it acts as a barrier against color and also provides nourishment protecting them from cracking, drying and damage.
I wish you all a happy and most importantly a safe Holi!
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