Holi 2025: Best Hair Care Routine To Keep Your Locks Protected From Harsh Chemicals

Apply a generous layer of natural oil like coconut, olive, or almond oil to your skin and scalp before. 

Avoid shampooing hair before Holi, as natural oils protect the scalp. Cleanse hair a day or two prior instead.

Apply oil before playing Holi to create a barrier between skin and colours, preventing harmful elements from seeping in.

Trim hair before Holi to minimise damage from colours, reducing breakage and dryness.

Run a wide-tooth comb through hair before showering to gently remove Holi colours, tangles, and dust, minimizing breakage.

Rinse off Holi colours with lukewarm water, avoiding hot water which can dry skin and set colours deeper.

Use a mild, soap-free cleanser to gently remove Holi colours, then pat dry with a soft towel to prevent dryness and irritation.

Apply moisturizer with aloe vera, shea butter, or hyaluronic acid to hydrate skin, and use deep conditioning for hair after Holi.

Apply moisturizer with aloe vera, shea butter, or hyaluronic acid, and use a deep conditioning treatment for hair to combat Holi colour damage.

Avoid heat-styling tools for a few days after Holi, and let your hair air dry naturally to prevent further damage.