After you've rinsed yourself thoroughly, apply some egg yolks and curd to your hair and leave it on for around 45 minutes. In the meantime, you can clean your skin with a good quality scrub. "You can pick from sugar-honey scrub, apricot-walnut scrubs or make your own with a little curd, gram flour and lemon. Apply this paste and scrub off the colours. It's the age-old formula to get rid of Holi colours instantly," says Kutteri. How to deal with dry skin and rashes If you're beginning to feel a rash come on, it's best to take some preventive measures before it gets worse. "Apply Aloe Vera gel on the dry and rash areas. It soothes the skin, heals the rashes and provides moisture to the skin too," explains Kutteri. You can also go for an organic moisturizer to seal the moisture inside your skin. There's a good chance you spent a lot of time in the sun and want to de-tan your skin to bring some of the earlier glow back. To do this, you can apply some tomato juice to your body and face. "A face sheet mask can do wonders with its essential oil nutrients and moisturizing agents to bring back that glow as well," says Kutteri. How to treat damaged hair According to Kutteri, the best solution to restoring the moisture to post-Holi dry and frizzy hair is olive oil. "Oil your hair with a blend of olive oil and vitamin E to give your hair a boost. Keep it on for 30 minutes to an hour and wash off with mild shampoo. You can go for a live-in conditioner for added moisture," he explains. Now that you know what to do, go on and hit the showers! NOW READ All the products you need to take care of your hair and skin this Holi All the latest fragrances that will make you smell like a dream The 11 products you need for perfect hair in 2019 >More on Grooming<doc-sep>Playing with colours might be super fun, but it might have effects on your skin. Follow these measures to take precaution. Holi the festival of colours brings a cheer on everyone's faces. Traditionally, Holi is a festival that celebrates the return of spring is a time when several trees bloom and people played colours with flowers of those tress. It is the day when people delve into and play with all the brightest colours possible. But, these colours contain oxidized metals or industrial dyes and can be very harmful to the skin. Play colourful Holi but take some precautions before and after Holi to keep your skin, hair, eye, nails safe. Dr. Apratim Goel is an internationally acclaimed dermatologist who has 15 years experience with cosmetic and laser procedures. The doctor has two clinics in Mumbai and she shares some easy precautions we could all use before diving into all the colours. Precautions to be taken before playing Holi -Use a barrier cream or mustard oil in generous quantity on all exposed parts of the body. Let the skin absorb it for 20-30 minutes. Then apply waterproof sunscreen. -Apply Vaseline inside nails, feet, elbows, at the back of the ear. People with sensitive skin should avoid colours on sensitive areas of skin. -Applying liberal layers of oil on the whole body and the hair is the most common way of protecting yourself from the hard-to-rinse dyes. However, if you don't want to step out with oiled hair, blend style with functionality by using hair gel. Conditioning the hair, without rinsing it off, is another option. -For those with history of skin allergy or rash, take an antiallergic tablet on the previous night to avoid skin irritation and rash. -Try and wear clothes that cover most of the exposed body parts. Also wear a swimming suit under the dress so that it does not hold the harmful colours to your skin. -Don't wear contact lenses. Harmful effects of Holi colours on our skin -Playing with colours during Holi is fun but can be harmful to the skin as well, especially people with sensitive skin and tendency for skin allergy or eczema. -Allergic contact dermatitis to colours and dyes is common. This will show on the skin as itching, red rash, swelling and irritation on the area of skin where the colour was applied. Sometimes the allergy can spread later on to the whole body. The dry colour powders, oily pastes and the watercolours all contain toxic substances capable of affecting human health. Disorders like discolouration, contract dermatitis, abrasion, irritation, itching and chapped skin are often mistaken as normal side-effects of Holi. But any colour that leads to any of these conditions is harmful. Eczema is the most common type of reaction seen post-Holi, especially if the colours have already caused a rash, thereby making the skin dry and open to chemical penetration. Solvents like lead, benzene, aromatic compounds can lead to dry skin, which is only the primary irritant. Once you rub the skin to remove the colour, benzene dissolves the keratin in the skin. Do not use nail paint remover to remove the colours because the skin then absorbs organic compounds. -If the colours react or irritate the skin, they should be immediately washed away with running water. While washing off the colour, use lukewarm water and keep your eyes and lips tightly closed. In case of any irritation or burning, calamine lotion can be applied. If the irritation persists, consult a dermatologist urgently. Antihistamines, topical steroids or antibiotics can be used. How are you prepping for Holi? Comment below and let us know. For more on Fashion and Beauty: follow @pinkvillafashion Credits :Youtube Read More<doc-sep>While the festival of colours is a delightful one to partake in, your skin might not feel the same way. It is exposed to various types of holi gulal, coloured water and the sun's rays, of course. This can cause irritation, blockage and rashes, no matter how resilient you think your skin is. To prevent it we have the ultimate skin care guide to protect your skin before Holi and treat it after the festivities have passed. Take a look. (Also Read: Holi (Almost) Hai: 9 Beauty Products To Keep You Waterproof While Looking Great) Pre-Holi A facial oil will act as a protective barrier while nourishing your skin. The Plum Glow Restore Face Oil Blend contains grape seed and sea buckhorn, which will heal, protect, nourish and repair dry skin with its antioxidants and fatty acids. It is available for Rs 536, reduced from Rs 775. Shop here. Oil from Plum The Lotus Herbals Moisturising Suncreen Lotion will do both, moisturise your skin and keep it safe from the sun as well. It is non-greasy, sweat and waterproof with SPF 30. It is available for Rs 319, reduced from Rs 345. Shop here. Lotion from Lotus Post-Holi Once done with the Holi fun, work on treating your skin. Start with the WOW Activated Charcoal Face Wash, which draws out impurities, toxins and bacteria for your skin to stay clean and clear. It is available for Rs 299, reduced from Rs 349. Shop here. Face wash from WOW The Oriflame Optimals Exfoliating Face Scrub is made with apple extract, rowan berry and natural-origin exfoliants instead of micro-beads. It promises to cleanse deeply and refine texture for healthy, radiant skin. It is available for Rs 370, reduced from Rs 699. Shop here. Scrub from Oriflame Kick back with the Kaya Derma Naturals Facial Mask which uses its marine algae extracts to hydrate the skin, improve its texture and restore vitality. It is available for Rs 250. Shop here. Mask from Kaya Bonus A one-stop shop solution for all your Holi skin care needs is the Kama Ayurveda Prepare And Repair Combo Kit. For protective care, it has the Bringadi Intensive Hair Treatment Oil and the Shea Lotus Body Butter. To nourish your skin after Holi, treat with the Mridul Soap Free Cleanser, Jwalini Retexturing Skin Treatment Oil and the Neem Tulsi Tea Tree Body Scrub. The kit is available for Rs 500. Shop here. Kit from Kama Ayurveda Take a look at more from the Holi store right here. Have a happy Holi that's good for your skin too.<doc-sep>Teach your kids to play Holi safely. (Source: Getty Images) Teach your kids to play Holi safely. (Source: Getty Images) Holi celebrations can be ruined if children are not taught to play safely with colours, from falling sick to being bullied on the streets. Here are some things parents need to keep in mind before sending their kids out to enjoy the festival of colours. 1. Use chemical-free Holi colours Chemical Holi colours can harm your child’s skin. To keep your kids safe, you can get them to make natural colours at home or buy herbal colours for playing. 2. Apply oil or cream before playing Before stepping out to play Holi, make sure your child applies mustard or coconut oil or cream all over the body and face, especially the exposed areas. This will help remove the colours easily. 3. Make kids wear full-sleeved clothes Your kids can also wear full-sleeved clothes to protect the body parts from colours. 4. Make sure their hair is tied properly Make sure your child’s hair is tied so that when they play, the colours do not drip into their eyes. You can also apply plenty of coconut oil on their hair to prevent the colours from reaching deep into the roots. Source: Getty Images Source: Getty Images 5. Teach about consent No matter how much your child loves to play, it does not call for any form of impropriety. Tell your child he or she cannot put colours on someone forcefully or bully them for not being game. 6. Avoid stepping out during the peak hours If possible, do not let your child step out during the peak hours of celebration to avoid becoming a victim of hooliganism. 7. Ask them to be careful on wet surfaces Ensure your child does not run around on wet surfaces to avoid chances of an injury. 8. Make your child drink plenty of water Get your child to drink plenty of water. It is important to keep children hydrated. 9. Don’t let kids roam around in wet clothes for long Once your child has finished playing, get him or her to change wet clothes to avoid falling sick.<doc-sep>
As the most colourful festival is finally here, it is very necessary to keep skincare in mind as Holi celebrations go on the far side dry colours and flower petals. There are synthetic elements in certain colors and after all, we end up using other materials that can have a damaging impact on skin and hair. It's necessary to keep certain tips in mind to protect the skin and hair before and after the colourful celebrations. It's crucial to keep your skin and hair safe so here are some top 5 helpful and easy tips for pre and post-Holi celebrations. Top 5 skin care tips to keep in your mind before and after Holi celebrations Moisturise Keeping your skin moisturized is the most important step. Apply a mild moisturizer that keeps you protected against the venturesome effects of colors and therefore the artificial elements in it. Pick a moisturizer that suits your skin type and helps retain moisture. Hydrate You will opt for a good water based mostly toner to keep up the nourishment level for your skin. You'll either opt for a clinically recommended toner or a seasoning one is additionally a decent alternative. Oiling Applying oil to your skin and hair before the Holi celebration begins is usually a good plan as it helps in getting rid of the colours post celebrations in a much easier way. Scrub Before the final cleanse regime, go for some homemade scrubbing as it will help in getting rid of the dead skin and the remaining colours post the festivities. Cleanse Finally, use a good cleaner to complete the skincare. Go for a natural mild cleaner and complete the method and thenceforth, apply some moisturizer and you are good to go. If there's any eruptions and boils due of any sensitivity, wash it properly and consult a skin care specialist.