play safe with best natural holi colors
Playing Holi with natural, skin-friendly colors is a great way to ensure a fun and safe celebration. Here are some ideas for the best natural Holi colors you can make at home or purchase:
Homemade Natural Holi Colors
Red Color:
Ingredients: Red hibiscus flowers or red sandalwood powder.
Method: Dry the hibiscus flowers in the sun and then grind them into a fine powder. Alternatively, you can use red sandalwood powder directly.
Yellow Color:
Ingredients: Turmeric powder or marigold flowers.
Method: Mix turmeric powder with a little flour for a dry color, or dry and grind marigold flowers to make a powder.
Green Color:
Ingredients: Neem leaves or henna powder.
Method: Dry neem leaves in the shade and grind them into a powder. Henna powder (mehendi) can be used directly but ensure it’s pure and free of any artificial additives.
Blue Color:
Ingredients: Blue hibiscus flowers or jacaranda flowers.
Method: Dry the flowers in the sun and grind them into a fine powder.
Orange Color:
Ingredients: Tesu (palash) flowers or saffron.
Method: Dry tesu flowers and grind them into a powder. Saffron can be used, but it is quite expensive.
Pink Color:
Ingredients: Beetroot.
Method: Cut beetroot into pieces and let them dry in the sun. Once dried, grind them into a powder.
Pre-Made Natural Holi Colors
If you prefer purchasing natural colors, several brands offer eco-friendly, herbal, and safe Holi colors:
Herbal Gulal: Available from brands like Phool, they make colors from flowers and other natural ingredients.
Organic India: This brand offers a range of organic and natural Holi colours.
Ayurvedic Colors: Some local and online stores offer colors made from Ayurvedic ingredients, which are safe for the skin and environment.
Tips for a Safe Holi:
Skin Protection: Apply a thick layer of moisturizer or oil on your skin before playing Holi to create a barrier against colors.
Hair Care: Apply oil to your hair to protect it from the drying effects of colors.
Clothing: Wear old clothes that cover most of your body to minimize skin exposure.
Eyes and Mouth: Avoid getting colors in your eyes or mouth. Wearing sunglasses can help protect your eyes.
Hydration: Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water before and during the festivities.
Enjoy a vibrant and safe Holi with these natural color options!
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