Holi is here and the festivities have already begun. While most of you may be busy in preparation, it’s important not to just focus on scrumptious delights. Holi is incomplete without colours, and all that comes along with it. Over-enthusiast friends and relatives who do not take ‘no’ for an answer when you try to outrun the barrage of dry colours.
Most colours contain chemicals which cause damage to your skin; Suraj Chaudhari, the Co-founder & CEO of Zlade, a leading razor manufacturing brand serving the grooming needs of modern Indian men is sharing some tips on how to protect your beard while playing with colours.
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Play with organic colours – Refrain yourself from playing with chemical colours and play with organic ones instead. They’re less harmful and also a little more environmentally friendly.
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Cold showers – Ensure that you take a cold shower with a soap containing either activated charcoal or essential oils before playing with colours. This ensures that your skin and facial hair remains moist, not allowing the colour to settle, thus making it easier to wash off.
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Moisturize – One must put a good dose of moisturizer or sunscreen in preceding days of Holi. Use natural aloe vera pulp mixed with milk powder as a pack in order to prep your skin
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Oil that facial buzz – Apply a little amount of coconut oil or castor oil as this prevents colours from sticking to your beard. You can also use beard oil to keep your beard glossy and conditioned. As the facial hair pulls up moisture from the skin, leaving the skin dry and flaky that may cause dreaded beard dandruff, so it is advisable to ensure the oil penetrates right beneath the hair and keep your skin hydrated.
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Styling & Trimming – Make sure you trim your beard a bit before you start playing with colours. This will ensure colours go off easily and not sticking to the follicles of the hair which can create dreadlocks. You can also plait your beard up after oiling your hair or tie it in a bun. This way, less colour will get into your mane, and it would look cool too.