The vibrant splashes of colour, though fun, can sometimes leave your hair and skin in need of Tender Loving Care (TLC) afterward.
Be it chemical-laden gulal or natural powders, colours can be harsh, taking away moisture and nutrients, while leaving your skin and hair dry, dull, and damaged. But don’t worry—Holi aftercare can be fun and rewarding similar to the festival itself! Following are some simple, effective, and natural masks for skin and hair recovery after the Holi madness.
These masks are an excellent way to rejuvenate and restore your skin and hair.
The miraculous hydrating ingredient in Aloe Vera cools, and heals the skin. When combined with honey, the paste acts as a natural humectant, locking in moisture, providing relief from the post-holi skin dryness.
Mix the aloe vera gel, honey, and rose water in a bowl until they become a smooth paste. Apply the mixture evenly on your face and body and sit for 15-20 minutes. Then, rinse off with lukewarm water. Apply a hydrating moisturizer after that.
Aloe vera soothes the irritated skin, reduces redness, and promotes healing. At the same time, honey locks in moisture, giving your skin a fresh and dewy glow.
Known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-brightening properties, Turmeric when combined with yogurt helps to repair and moisturize the skin.
Mix turmeric and yogurt into a smooth paste and apply gently on the face and neck. Keep the mask for 10-15 minutes, followed by gently scrubing off with water. Apply regular moisturizer afterward.
Are you feeling sunburned or irritated after a day of Holi celebration? Use cucumber and mint mask to soothe and cool your skin.
Grate the cucumber and blend it with mint leaves. Then, add aloe vera gel to the mixture. Apply the paste on your face and neck, and keep it for 20 minutes. Now, wash off with cool water.
Holi colours leave hair feeling dry and damaged, so you need a nourishing mask to restore its moisture and shine. Enriched with fatty acids and vitamins, coconut oil and avocado can deeply condition your hair.
Mash the avocado and mix it with coconut oil and honey to prepare a smooth paste. Apply the mask on your hair, from roots to ends. Cover the hair with a shower cap or towel and keep it on for half an hour. Now, rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and shampoo.
Loaded with potassium and vitamins, banana is an excellent choice to restore damaged hair. When mixed with yogurt, it strengthens and hydrates, to revive hair’s natural texture.
Mash the banana and mix it with yogurt and honey. Apply the mixture to your damp hair. Keep it for 20-30 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.
Want a protein boost for hair after Holi? Use Henna and egg to promote strength and shine.
Mix the egg, henna, and olive oil until you prepare a smooth paste. Apply it to your hair and keep it for 30 minutes. Now, wash with cool water and mild shampoo.
Embrace these simple yet effective aftercare methods and get your skin and hair back to their healthy best after holi celebration.
