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Post-Holi Detox: The Ultimate Shower Routine To Get Rid Of Colours
A cleanser will aid in clearing the skin of pollutants and colour residue.
Holi comes around once a year and who doesn’t like to celebrate it with loved ones? Meanwhile, some people are self-conscious about their looks and feel insecure when playing Holi with colours. After celebrating this joyful festival, your skin and hair may experience dryness, irritation, and potential damage from the chemicals in the colors. However, people need to follow a correct skin and hair care routine to undo the damage. Here’s a step-by-step guide.
Start by washing the color off of your skin. One should remove colors without removing the skin’s natural oils by using a mild, oil-based cleanser. A moisturising cleanser will aid in clearing the skin of pollutants and color residue. You should make a paste out of gram flour, water, and turmeric and apply it to your skin as a natural cleanser.
To moisturise the skin, apply a calming face mask that contains yoghurt, cucumber, or aloe vera. It will work well to undo the damage caused by chemical-based colours on Holi. People with sensitive skin should do this step with chemical-free, homemade masks.
Experts advise using a rich, nourishing moisturiser to finish your routine because post-holiday skin can dehydrate. People are also advised to use a hydrating toner to bring the skin’s pH back into balance and then liberally apply a moisturiser to calm and hydrate the skin.
It takes more effort to treat post-Holi hair damage; it goes beyond simple washing and conditioning. Experts advise beginning your hair care regimen with a detoxifying pre-shampoo treatment. Start by washing and adjusting your scalp’s pH levels. This can be accomplished by combining water and apple cider vinegar in a 1:4 ratio. Then, apply a deep conditioning treatment that combines honey and coconut oil to nourish your hair and scalp.
Choose a gentle shampoo without sulfates to get rid of any color and contaminants without removing any of your natural oils and hydration. Remember to be careful, especially with your scalp, even if it could be tempting to scrub away the color vigorously.
In the end, experts advise using a moisturising conditioner or a leave-in conditioner after cleansing to soften and untangle hair.
Delhi, India, India
