Thinking of a Holi-themed sangeet? Here is how you need to prep your skin for it

Holi, one of the most-awaited festivals of the year, is just around the corner. The celebrations include scrumptious delicacies, vibrant colors, and unmatched enthusiasm. And it is no surprise that some couples wish to incorporate the vigour and high spirit of this festival into their sangeet functions, making it an event to remember. While you need skin prep every day and during the run-up to your wedding, a Holi-themed sangeet demands a bit extra. After all, you need to protect your skin from the harmful mix of colours, water, and heat.

Experts from three leading beauty brands tell you how to prepare for one of the most important functions of your wedding amidst all the colour and love that’s in the air.

For prepping your skin for a Holi-themed sangeet, consider a skincare routine that focuses on cleansing, hydrating, and protecting your skin, says Rajat Mathur, DGM, Learning Academy, The Body Shop India. “You can start with a cleansing butter that will effectively remove any dirt, impurities, or make-up from your skin. Follow that up with a gentle exfoliator to slough off dead skin cells and reveal a radiant complexion. Next, hydrate your skin with a Vitamin E moisture cream or a Vitamin E overnight serum-in-oil to replenish moisture and nourish your skin overnight. Lastly, protect your skin with a face mist. This lightweight mist can be sprayed over make-up for on-the-go sun protection and to keep your skin looking fresh throughout the sangeet festivities.”

Vani Sareen, assistant manager NPD at Swiss Beauty suggests, “You can start by pampering your skin with a sheet mask for a radiant glow, and say goodbye to any puffiness with under-eye patches. After this, prep with a layer of primer for a flawless base before applying make-up.” 

Some care for your nails, lips, and ears: An easy hack for your nails, if you’re going to keep a Holi-themed sangeet, is to trim your nails to leave no scope of colour settling down in them or staining your nails. Follow that up by applying nail paint in a dark shade and rub your nails and cuticles with olive oil that will not let the nails catch colours easily. “Coming to your lips, apply lip balm (with SPF content) or Vaseline to moisturise them. Exfoliate gently and apply transfer-proof lipstick for a long-lasting stay,” adds Sareen. Lastly, your ears. With it being tough to remove colour from that part, applying a good amount of petroleum jelly would be a great skincare tip before enjoying your Haldi-themed sangeet.

Go down the homemade route: Exfoliate with a homemade face scrub, ideally two to three days before the event. Combine half cup of cooked oatmeal, one tablespoon of honey, half tablespoon of brown sugar, and one-fourth cup of raw milk to form a thick, grainy paste. Gently scrub your face and rinse it off with lukewarm water. Additionally, hydrate your skin with a blueberry face mask by combining half cup of mashed blueberries, half a banana, and a few drops of lemon juice. Leave it on for 20 minutes and wash it off with warm water. You must follow the CTM regimen stringently so that you have radiant, soft skin ahead of the function. 

Ms. Dolly Kumar, Cosmetic Engineer and Founder at Skinella advises, “Apply moisturiser and sunscreen on the face, followed by a layer of oil to ensure it is nourished and hydrated.” Use a sunscreen with an SPF higher than 30. Doing so ensures that you have a protective shield from harmful chemicals (choose your Holi colours wisely) that’ll help reduce damage. “It’s also recommended to keep your make-up minimal as colours can react with make-up products which can damage your skin.” Another handy tip here is to ensure that your outfit for a Holi-themed sangeet covers most of your skin as the colours will come in contact with as little skin as possible. 

It’s what you do after the event that also matters, adds Kumar. “Let the colours dry out first. Then, apply a layer of oil once again to remove the stain as much as possible and bathe with normal water. It’s important to avoid any kind of skin and hair treatments a week before and after the function and opt for home remedies to soothe and moisturise the skin.” 

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