Holi colours can leave nails stained, brittle, and dry, but a few simple steps ensure festive fun without damage. Trim nails short, apply a protective base coat, and massage petroleum jelly or cuticle oil around cuticles to block colour penetration. Opt for darker nail polish to mask stains.
Holi is coming soon and so is the excitement building up within us. While is all about carefree fun, but caring about your nails doesn’t mean compromising on your enjoyment. With some simple steps and cautions — trimming, moisturizing, coating, and after Holi hydration, you can simply keep your nails stain-free.
Some brands are life saver and make it easy to build a protective routine. So don’t worry and play Holi with your favourite colours as your nails are safe and ready to shine bright.
We all know the effect of playing Holi on our nails. They become stained, brittle, sometimes dry too due to the chemical-based powders, and constant exposure to water. But with a little care and preparation, we are here to tell you how you can keep your nails healthy:
1. Trim your nails
Trim your nails as shorter nails are easier to clean and remove stains. What you can do is use a manicure kit to shape them before the festival. Brands like Beauté Secrets and Marv Manicure offer affordable grooming sets online.
2. Don’t Forget To Apply A Coat
Top coat protects the surface of your nails and a clear gel topcoat or maybe a dark nail paint acts as a shield against the stains. Go for Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist or Renee Top Coat Glossy Finish. They are mindblowing glossy barrier that protects your nails from direct contact with colours.
3. Petroleum Jelly
A thin layer of petroleum jelly around the cuticles forms a protective film. Vaseline Original is inexpensive yet effective options. Petroleum jelly do wonders when it comes to save your nails from colours.
4. Massaging Cuticles
Massaging your cuticles with cuticle oil or almond will prevent it from dryness. Hibiscus Monkey cuticle oil and Kama Ayurveda Almond Oil are excellent choices for nourishing and strengthening nails.
Always remember to choose dark nail paint shades are bright Holi colours are less visible on deep reds, maroons, or blacks.
You should avoid harsh scrubbing your nails, instead do gentle cleansing. You can also soak your nails in lukewarm water mixed with lemon or baking soda to help in release of colours. After cleansing, apply a rich hand cream to restore moisture. The Body Shop Shea Hand Cream and Forest Essentials Hand Cream are great options that work on repairing dryness.
Right after Holi, acetone can worsen brittleness. Use acetone-free removers from brands like Colorbar or Faces Canada.
Organic and eco-friendly colours are devoid of any harmful chemicals and therefore gentle on skin and nails. Choose organic colours while playing Holi as they do not do any harm.
Unlike skin, nails are porous and can easily absorb pigments, leading to discoloration. The cuticle area is particularly vulnerable to dryness and cracking. Protecting them is not just about aesthetics, it’s about maintaining nail health.
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