Be careful for Happy Holi!

Busy making wild plans to smear and drench your friends with vibrant colours this Holi? If yes, be careful! The fun can result into unwanted skin disorders!
The colours available in the market contain chemicals and other toxic substances such as Copper sulphate, Rhodamine, Aluminium bromide, Methyl violet, Crystal violet, etc. The artificial colours also contain industrial dyes, like those which are used for dyeing our cloths. These chemicals can cause serious harm to our skin. Skin disorders such as discoloration, contract dermatitis, abrasion, irritation, itching, dryness, rashes etc. are common after Holi.
Holi was traditionally played by making colours from flowers blooming at this season and the natural extracts from seasonal herbs. These natural colours also had therapeutic value and were beneficial for skin and health.
Friends, 'old is gold'! Insist natural colours which are skin friendly and eco-friendly. Natural colours are cheap and can be made at home. These colours can be prepared from leafy vegetables like palak or vegetables like red beet root.

Few Important Tips :

1. Hair become brittle and extremely dry if artificial colours remain unwashed in it. Therefore, apply a nice layer of oil to your hair before playing Holi and protect it with a cap or hanky.
2. If some iritation occurs then immediately wash the skin and apply suitable skin lotion.
3. Avoid using kerosene, petrol and spirit to remove stains, as they will further dry the skin.

Its better to play this festival of colours with eco-friendly Natural Colours and make these moments Safe and Beautiful!

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