Holi 2023: Colour Chemicals Can Cause Skin Disease, Here's How To Protect

Some Holi colours contain dangerous chemicals such as endotoxin and heavy metals such as lead, which potentially cause moderate to severe health problems

The festival of colours is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country. As we say colours, they were made using extracts of flowers in the earlier times, but in the last few years, colours are being made using chemicals which cause a lot of harm to the body, especially the skin. In such a situation, it is necessary to take care of the skin on the day of Holi.

Some Holi colours contain dangerous chemicals such as endotoxin and heavy metals such as lead, which potentially cause moderate to severe health problems. These chemicals present in it can cause many diseases on the skin. In such a situation, try to use only gulal, sandalwood or herbal colors while celebrating the festival. If someone already has a problem with the skin, they should not apply any kind of colour on the face because this may increase the existing problem.

The colour chemicals may cause skin rashes, allergies, dry skin, itchy skin, acnes, etc.

Skincare Tips

Before going to celebrate Holi, a thick layer of oil must be applied on the skin.

Try to keep your mouth closed while colouring 

Minimise contact time with Holi colours

Make sure the color doesn't get inside your eyes, cover your eyes with sunglasses

Moisturise the skin frequently before and after playing Holi

To remove permanent colours, avoid rubbing the face and avoid using soap.

The skin should be cleaned with a pH balanced soap and moisturiser

Avoid soaps that can make the allergy worse

Use natural and safe ingredients like beetroot, rose petals, flowers (like marigold), spinach, rosemary leaves, and turmeric etc

If one feels any serious problem on the skin, they should consult a doctor immediately