A chilled glass of flavored milk, relentless dancing to Bollywood songs on loop and different shades of colour in the air- there’s so much to love about Holi. And what better way to celebrate it than the traditional way with gulal and splashes of colours. Having said that, we often forget to take care of our skin during this time amidst all the gaiety. The colors do take a toll on your skin, leaving it dry and dehydrated after the long hours of festivities coupled with exposure to the sun. Sobiya Moghul, Content Lead at Amazon Beauty shares some post Holi tips and tricks to help retain your glowing skin.
Body Scrub: The most important self-care step post Holi is– ‘exfoliating’. After cleansing your skin completely, it is imperative to exfoliate your body using a gentle scrub to get rid of all the stubborn color. Wash it off gently with lukewarm water.
Recommendations:
WOW Skin Science Ubtan Face & Body Scrub
The Body Shop Body Scrub
Tree Hut Sugar Scrub Moroccan Rose
Body Oil: A mandatory step of the post-Holi skincare regimen is using a body oil. It is rich in antioxidants and massaging a generous amount onto your skin will help nourish the skin from within, while getting rid of the colour gently and naturally.
Recommendations:
Forest Essentials Body Massage Oil
Khadi Natural Olive Oil
UrbanBotanics® Pure Cold Pressed Olive Oil
Face Pack: Excessive color can cause breakouts and even dull your skin. A herbal face pack will help soothe the skin while healing it. Regularly using a face pack will help your skin slowly regain its glow.
Recommendations:
Forest Essentials Facial, Ubtan Soundarya
Kama Ayurveda Lavanya Natural Plant Mask
Just Herbs Instaglow Almond Complexion Pack
Moisturizer: After taking a warm shower, don’t forget to moisturize your skin. The skin tends to get dry after excess exposure to the sun and colors, followed by rigorous exfoliation. The right moisturizer will keep your skin smooth and hydrated.
Recommendations:
Just Herbs Mace-Moringa Rejuvenating Body Butter
Forest Essentials Indian Rose Absolute Velvet Silk Body Cream
Kama Ayurveda Shea Lotus Body Butter
Lip Balms: Like your skin, your lips also need some post Holi care. Your lips can get chapped and gently rubbing a lip balm into your lips not only helps you get rid of the colors, it acts as a protective barrier and keeps them nourished.
Recommendations:
Vaseline Original Pure Skin Jelly
The Body Shop Viatmin E Lip Balm
Lakmé Lip Love Chapstick Cherry