5 Pre And Post-Holi Hacks For Glowing, Healthy Skin

Holi is one of the most vibrant festivals which is celebrated with much joy and enthusiasm. However, amidst the celebrations with colours, our skin and hair health goes on a toll. Sharmila Shetty, National Creative Director, Skin, Lakmé Salon, shared some of the pre and post Holi skincare hacks that will ensure a glowing and healthy skin.

Pre-Holi Skincare Tips

Here are some of the pre-holi skincare tips:

Moisturise Well

Sharmila recommends using a thick moisturiser and body butter to create a protective barrier before you head out to play Holi. This creates a barrier and makes it easier to remove the colours later.

Sunscreen Is Must

According to Sharmila, sunscreen is something you should never forget to wear before heading out to play Holi. You should use a broad-spectrum sunscreen 20 mins prior to going out.

Lip And Nail Protection

Lips and nails are often ignored but are highly impacted by colours. Sharmila recommends applying a thick lip balm to prevent your lips from staining and nail polish to prevent your nails from staining.

Hydration

Hydration is important to keep your skin glowing and healthy. Sharmila advises to drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated while you play Holi under the sun.

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Post-Holi Skincare Tips

Here are some of the post-holi skincare tips:

Avoid Warm Water

According to Sharmila, you should avoid using hot water to remove colours from your skin. You can use lukewarm water to prevent drying.

Use Mild Cleanser

No matter how hard colours you are exposed to, refrain from using chemical-based cleansers. Sharmila recommends using a mild cleanser to clean your face.

Moisturise Well

It’s important to moisturise your skin post holi celebrations. Sharmula recommends using moisturiser based on your skin type to nourish your skin.

Avoid Makeup

Sharmila advises avoiding using any makeup or harsh exfoliators like retinol or alcohol-based toners for at least 48 hours. This allows a recovery time for your skin.

Hydrate Well

Don’t forget to drink plenty of water after Holi celebrations to flush out toxins and keep your skin hydrated.

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Sun Protection

Sun protection is important even after celebrations. Sharmila recommends applying sunscreen as your post skin can be more sensitive to UV rays.

Follow these tips to keep your skin healthy and glowing.

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