{"id":3173,"date":"2020-02-28T10:41:51","date_gmt":"2020-02-28T10:41:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/?p=3173"},"modified":"2026-02-23T11:09:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T11:09:52","slug":"here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/","title":{"rendered":"Here Are Some Dos and Don&#8217;ts for a Safe and Sound Holi"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69e6006374cf3\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-69e6006374cf3\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69e6006374cf3\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#From_listening_to_stories_of_the_legends_of_Hiranyakashipu_Prahlad_and_Holika_around_the_cozy_bonfire_on_the_previous_night_to_splashing_colors_on_each_other_in_the_next_morning_and_marking_a_tikka_on_loved_ones_foreheads_with_respect_Holi_%E2%80%93_The_Festival_of_Colors_brings_people_together_People_of_all_ages_participate_equally_in_showering_joy_on_each_other\" title=\"From listening to stories of the legends of Hiranyakashipu, Prahlad and Holika around the cozy bonfire on the previous night to splashing colors on each other in the next morning and marking a tikka on loved ones\u2019 foreheads with respect, Holi &#8211; The Festival of Colors brings people together. People of all ages participate equally in showering joy on each other. \">From listening to stories of the legends of Hiranyakashipu, Prahlad and Holika around the cozy bonfire on the previous night to splashing colors on each other in the next morning and marking a tikka on loved ones\u2019 foreheads with respect, Holi &#8211; The Festival of Colors brings people together. People of all ages participate equally in showering joy on each other. <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#But_are_there_any_dos_and_donts_when_it_comes_to_Holi_celebrations_Absolutely_The_festival_of_colors_is_to_make_everyone_feel_blissful_and_it_should_never_be_causing_discomfort_to_anyone_which_is_why_we_should_keep_a_few_things_in_mind_for_a_safe_and_sound_Holi_celebration\" title=\"But, are there any dos and don\u2019ts when it comes to Holi celebrations? Absolutely! The festival of colors is to make everyone feel blissful and it should never be causing discomfort to anyone which is why we should keep a few things in mind for a safe and sound Holi celebration.\">But, are there any dos and don\u2019ts when it comes to Holi celebrations? Absolutely! The festival of colors is to make everyone feel blissful and it should never be causing discomfort to anyone which is why we should keep a few things in mind for a safe and sound Holi celebration.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#The_Dos\" title=\"The Dos\">The Dos<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#The_day_everyone_plays_with_colors_is_called_%E2%80%98Dhuleti_and_it_is_almost_carnivalesque_in_nature_While_the_celebratory_mood_obviously_sparks_joy_within_everyone_but_it_is_never_pleasant_to_face_an_issue_that_might_ruin_the_fun\" title=\"The day everyone plays with colors is called \u2018Dhuleti\u2019 and it is almost carnivalesque in nature! While the celebratory mood obviously sparks joy within everyone but it is never pleasant to face an issue that might ruin the fun. \">The day everyone plays with colors is called \u2018Dhuleti\u2019 and it is almost carnivalesque in nature! While the celebratory mood obviously sparks joy within everyone but it is never pleasant to face an issue that might ruin the fun. <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#We_should_all_avoid_any_discomfort_and_accidents_that_might_take_place_and_be_careful_while_celebrating_A_standard_set_of_rules_some_guidance_will_surely_help_Here_is_a_set_of_dos_during_Holi\" title=\"We should all avoid any discomfort and accidents that might take place and be careful while celebrating. A standard set of rules, some guidance will surely help. Here is a set of dos during Holi:\">We should all avoid any discomfort and accidents that might take place and be careful while celebrating. A standard set of rules, some guidance will surely help. Here is a set of dos during Holi:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Go_Organic_with_Colors\" title=\"Go Organic with Colors\">Go Organic with Colors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#OrganicNaturalHerbal_colors_are_always_better_than_the_synthetic_ones_because_the_synthetic_colors_can_often_be_dangerous_to_the_skin_You_want_to_keep_that_skin_healthy_and_happy_especially_while_playing_Holi\" title=\"Organic\/Natural\/Herbal colors are always better than the synthetic ones because the synthetic colors can often be dangerous to the skin. You want to keep that skin healthy and happy especially while playing Holi. \">Organic\/Natural\/Herbal colors are always better than the synthetic ones because the synthetic colors can often be dangerous to the skin. You want to keep that skin healthy and happy especially while playing Holi. <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Organic_colors_are_good_for_your_skin_and_hair_its_always_a_wiser_decision_to_go_for_them_You_can_find_them_online_quite_easily_so_its_time_to_stock_up\" title=\"Organic colors are good for your skin and hair; it\u2019s always a wiser decision to go for them. You can find them online quite easily so it\u2019s time to stock up!\">Organic colors are good for your skin and hair; it\u2019s always a wiser decision to go for them. You can find them online quite easily so it\u2019s time to stock up!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Apply_Coconut_Oil\" title=\"Apply Coconut Oil\u00a0\">Apply Coconut Oil\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Apply_a_generous_coat_of_coconut_oil_before_playing_with_colors_so_that_it_becomes_easier_to_remove_and_they_will_cause_no_skin_problems\" title=\"Apply a generous coat of coconut oil before playing with colors so that it becomes easier to remove and they will cause no skin problems.\">Apply a generous coat of coconut oil before playing with colors so that it becomes easier to remove and they will cause no skin problems.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Use_Plenty_of_Sunscreen\" title=\"Use Plenty of Sunscreen\">Use Plenty of Sunscreen<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Sunscreen_Sunscreen_Sunscreen_You_must_never_avoid_using_enough_of_it_Lather_yourself_up_with_plenty_of_this_magic_potion_being_looking_like_a_walking_Rainbow\" title=\"Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! You must never avoid using enough of it. Lather yourself up with plenty of this magic potion being looking like a walking Rainbow!!!\">Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! You must never avoid using enough of it. Lather yourself up with plenty of this magic potion being looking like a walking Rainbow!!!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Wear_Sunglasses\" title=\"Wear Sunglasses\">Wear Sunglasses<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Youve_got_to_protect_those_eyes_from_any_harm_and_that_makes_it_the_best_time_to_show_those_cool_sunglasses_off_Make_sure_you_wear_them_at_all_times_to_protect_the_%E2%80%9Cmirror_of_your_soul%E2%80%9D\" title=\"You&#8217;ve got to protect those eyes from any harm and that makes it the best time to show those cool sunglasses off! Make sure you wear them at all times to protect the &#8220;mirror of your soul.&#8221;\">You&#8217;ve got to protect those eyes from any harm and that makes it the best time to show those cool sunglasses off! Make sure you wear them at all times to protect the &#8220;mirror of your soul.&#8221;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Cotton_Clothing\" title=\"Cotton Clothing\">Cotton Clothing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#They_are_comfortable_they_are_safe_and_they_are_perfect_for_a_Holi_Party_after_all_whats_better_than_an_All_White_themed_Holi_Party_Make_sure_that_the_material_is_cotton_so_that_its_good_for_your_skin_as_well_Full-sleeves_also_come_in_handy_to_protect_the_arm_from_any_harm\" title=\"They are comfortable, they are safe and they are perfect for a Holi Party; after all, what\u2019s better than an All White themed Holi Party? Make sure that the material is cotton so that it\u2019s good for your skin as well. Full-sleeves also come in handy to protect the arm from any harm.\">They are comfortable, they are safe and they are perfect for a Holi Party; after all, what\u2019s better than an All White themed Holi Party? Make sure that the material is cotton so that it\u2019s good for your skin as well. Full-sleeves also come in handy to protect the arm from any harm.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#The_Donts\" title=\"The Don\u2019ts\">The Don\u2019ts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Now_that_you_have_a_set_of_rules_to_follow_in_order_to_celebrate_a_safe_Holi_here_are_some_donts_that_one_needs_to_keep_in_mind_as_well_The_festival_of_colors_is_surely_a_cheerful_one_and_we_want_to_keep_it_that_way\" title=\"Now that you have a set of rules to follow in order to celebrate a safe Holi, here are some don\u2019ts that one needs to keep in mind as well. The festival of colors is surely a cheerful one and we want to keep it that way.\">Now that you have a set of rules to follow in order to celebrate a safe Holi, here are some don\u2019ts that one needs to keep in mind as well. The festival of colors is surely a cheerful one and we want to keep it that way.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Avoid_SkinHair_Treatments\" title=\"Avoid Skin\/Hair Treatments\">Avoid Skin\/Hair Treatments<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#You_dont_want_your_skinhair_to_be_sensitive_or_vulnerable_to_the_Holi_colors_and_usually_after_any_skinhair_treatment_you_are_more_prone_to_get_irritation_and_damage_so_its_better_to_avoid_them_before_Holi_you_can_get_a_hair-spafacial_done_after_playing_Holi\" title=\"You don\u2019t want your skin\/hair to be sensitive or vulnerable to the Holi colors and usually after any skin\/hair treatment, you are more prone to get irritation and damage so it\u2019s better to avoid them before Holi; you can get a hair-spa\/facial done after playing Holi.\">You don\u2019t want your skin\/hair to be sensitive or vulnerable to the Holi colors and usually after any skin\/hair treatment, you are more prone to get irritation and damage so it\u2019s better to avoid them before Holi; you can get a hair-spa\/facial done after playing Holi.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Drink_in_Moderation\" title=\"Drink in Moderation\">Drink in Moderation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#We_all_know_the_craze_for_Thandai_and_if_theres_alcohol_its_better_when_its_taken_in_moderation_because_feeling_hungover_the_next_day_is_never_quite_a_good_feeling_especially_when_its_a_working_day\" title=\"We all know the craze for Thandai and if there\u2019s alcohol, it\u2019s better when it\u2019s taken in moderation because feeling hungover the next day is never quite a good feeling especially when it\u2019s a working day.\">We all know the craze for Thandai and if there\u2019s alcohol, it\u2019s better when it\u2019s taken in moderation because feeling hungover the next day is never quite a good feeling especially when it\u2019s a working day.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Dont_Play_with_Anything_other_than_Colors\" title=\"Don\u2019t Play with Anything other than Colors\">Don\u2019t Play with Anything other than Colors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Keep_it_restricted_to_Organic_Gulal_and_diluted_Colors_only_because_they_are_safe_for_the_skin_Dont_use_mud_eggs_or_any_other_kind_of_junk_to_play_Holi\" title=\"Keep it restricted to Organic Gulal and diluted Colors only because they are safe for the skin. Don\u2019t use mud, eggs or any other kind of junk to play Holi.\">Keep it restricted to Organic Gulal and diluted Colors only because they are safe for the skin. Don\u2019t use mud, eggs or any other kind of junk to play Holi.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Avoid_Metallic_Colors\" title=\"Avoid Metallic Colors\">Avoid Metallic Colors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Metallic_colors_are_extremely_harmful_to_the_skin_so_its_always_best_to_avoid_them_and_make_sure_the_little_ones_stay_away_from_such_harmful_chemicals_as_well\" title=\"Metallic colors are extremely harmful to the skin so it\u2019s always best to avoid them and make sure the little ones stay away from such harmful chemicals as well.\">Metallic colors are extremely harmful to the skin so it\u2019s always best to avoid them and make sure the little ones stay away from such harmful chemicals as well.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Play_Only_with_Those_Who_Are_Willing\" title=\"Play Only with Those Who Are Willing\">Play Only with Those Who Are Willing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Lets_keep_the_merrymaking_festival_a_cheerful_one_for_all_its_not_nice_to_drag_people_who_dont_enjoy_this_festival_of_colors_as_much_as_you_do_so_the_tikka_application_remains_at_its_best_just_let_them_know_of_your_affection_in_a_subtle_manner\" title=\"Let\u2019s keep the merrymaking festival a cheerful one for all; it\u2019s not nice to drag people who don\u2019t enjoy this festival of colors as much as you do so the tikka application remains at its best, just let them know of your affection in a subtle manner.\">Let\u2019s keep the merrymaking festival a cheerful one for all; it\u2019s not nice to drag people who don\u2019t enjoy this festival of colors as much as you do so the tikka application remains at its best, just let them know of your affection in a subtle manner.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Make_the_best_of_this_Holi_by_bringing_near_and_dear_ones_together_you_already_have_a_list_of_things_that_you_can_follow_in_order_to_celebrate_a_safe_Holi\" title=\"Make the best of this Holi by bringing near and dear ones together; you already have a list of things that you can follow in order to celebrate a safe Holi. \">Make the best of this Holi by bringing near and dear ones together; you already have a list of things that you can follow in order to celebrate a safe Holi. <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/#Also_Read\" title=\"Also Read,\">Also Read,<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_listening_to_stories_of_the_legends_of_Hiranyakashipu_Prahlad_and_Holika_around_the_cozy_bonfire_on_the_previous_night_to_splashing_colors_on_each_other_in_the_next_morning_and_marking_a_tikka_on_loved_ones_foreheads_with_respect_Holi_%E2%80%93_The_Festival_of_Colors_brings_people_together_People_of_all_ages_participate_equally_in_showering_joy_on_each_other\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From listening to stories of the legends of Hiranyakashipu, Prahlad and Holika around the cozy bonfire on the previous night to splashing colors on each other in the next morning and marking a tikka on loved ones\u2019 foreheads with respect, Holi &#8211; The Festival of Colors brings people together. People of all ages participate equally in showering joy on each other. <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"But_are_there_any_dos_and_donts_when_it_comes_to_Holi_celebrations_Absolutely_The_festival_of_colors_is_to_make_everyone_feel_blissful_and_it_should_never_be_causing_discomfort_to_anyone_which_is_why_we_should_keep_a_few_things_in_mind_for_a_safe_and_sound_Holi_celebration\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, are there any dos and don\u2019ts when it comes to Holi celebrations? Absolutely! The festival of colors is to make everyone feel blissful and it should never be causing discomfort to anyone which is why we should keep a few things in mind for a safe and sound Holi celebration.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Dos\"><\/span><strong>The Dos<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_day_everyone_plays_with_colors_is_called_%E2%80%98Dhuleti_and_it_is_almost_carnivalesque_in_nature_While_the_celebratory_mood_obviously_sparks_joy_within_everyone_but_it_is_never_pleasant_to_face_an_issue_that_might_ruin_the_fun\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The day everyone plays with colors is called \u2018Dhuleti\u2019 and it is almost carnivalesque in nature! While the celebratory mood obviously sparks joy within everyone but it is never pleasant to face an issue that might ruin the fun. <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"We_should_all_avoid_any_discomfort_and_accidents_that_might_take_place_and_be_careful_while_celebrating_A_standard_set_of_rules_some_guidance_will_surely_help_Here_is_a_set_of_dos_during_Holi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We should all avoid any discomfort and accidents that might take place and be careful while celebrating. A standard set of rules, some guidance will surely help. Here is a set of dos during Holi:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_Organic_with_Colors\"><\/span><strong>Go Organic with Colors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OrganicNaturalHerbal_colors_are_always_better_than_the_synthetic_ones_because_the_synthetic_colors_can_often_be_dangerous_to_the_skin_You_want_to_keep_that_skin_healthy_and_happy_especially_while_playing_Holi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organic\/Natural\/Herbal colors are always better than the synthetic ones because the synthetic colors can often be dangerous to the skin. You want to keep that skin healthy and happy especially while playing Holi. <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organic_colors_are_good_for_your_skin_and_hair_its_always_a_wiser_decision_to_go_for_them_You_can_find_them_online_quite_easily_so_its_time_to_stock_up\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organic colors are good for your skin and hair; it\u2019s always a wiser decision to go for them. You can find them online quite easily so it\u2019s time to stock up!<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3176\" src=\"https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Organic_Colors\" width=\"5616\" height=\"3744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/wordpress-blog-media-p.s3.amazonaws.com\/igp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1008317254-min-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5616px) 100vw, 5616px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apply_Coconut_Oil\"><\/span><strong>Apply Coconut Oil\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Apply_a_generous_coat_of_coconut_oil_before_playing_with_colors_so_that_it_becomes_easier_to_remove_and_they_will_cause_no_skin_problems\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply a generous coat of coconut oil before playing with colors so that it becomes easier to remove and they will cause no skin problems.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Plenty_of_Sunscreen\"><\/span><strong>Use Plenty of Sunscreen<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sunscreen_Sunscreen_Sunscreen_You_must_never_avoid_using_enough_of_it_Lather_yourself_up_with_plenty_of_this_magic_potion_being_looking_like_a_walking_Rainbow\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! You must never avoid using enough of it. Lather yourself up with plenty of this magic potion being looking like a walking Rainbow!!!<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wear_Sunglasses\"><\/span><strong>Wear Sunglasses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youve_got_to_protect_those_eyes_from_any_harm_and_that_makes_it_the_best_time_to_show_those_cool_sunglasses_off_Make_sure_you_wear_them_at_all_times_to_protect_the_%E2%80%9Cmirror_of_your_soul%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ve got to protect those eyes from any harm and that makes it the best time to show those cool sunglasses off! Make sure you wear them at all times to protect the &#8220;mirror of your soul.&#8221;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3177\" src=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_1340081534-min.jpg\" alt=\"Holi_Sunglasses\" width=\"4147\" height=\"2765\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cotton_Clothing\"><\/span><strong>Cotton Clothing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_are_comfortable_they_are_safe_and_they_are_perfect_for_a_Holi_Party_after_all_whats_better_than_an_All_White_themed_Holi_Party_Make_sure_that_the_material_is_cotton_so_that_its_good_for_your_skin_as_well_Full-sleeves_also_come_in_handy_to_protect_the_arm_from_any_harm\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are comfortable, they are safe and they are perfect for a Holi Party; after all, what\u2019s better than an All White themed Holi Party? Make sure that the material is cotton so that it\u2019s good for your skin as well. Full-sleeves also come in handy to protect the arm from any harm.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Donts\"><\/span><strong>The Don\u2019ts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Now_that_you_have_a_set_of_rules_to_follow_in_order_to_celebrate_a_safe_Holi_here_are_some_donts_that_one_needs_to_keep_in_mind_as_well_The_festival_of_colors_is_surely_a_cheerful_one_and_we_want_to_keep_it_that_way\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you have a set of rules to follow in order to celebrate a safe Holi, here are some don\u2019ts that one needs to keep in mind as well. The festival of colors is surely a cheerful one and we want to keep it that way.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_SkinHair_Treatments\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Skin\/Hair Treatments<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_dont_want_your_skinhair_to_be_sensitive_or_vulnerable_to_the_Holi_colors_and_usually_after_any_skinhair_treatment_you_are_more_prone_to_get_irritation_and_damage_so_its_better_to_avoid_them_before_Holi_you_can_get_a_hair-spafacial_done_after_playing_Holi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t want your skin\/hair to be sensitive or vulnerable to the Holi colors and usually after any skin\/hair treatment, you are more prone to get irritation and damage so it\u2019s better to avoid them before Holi; you can get a hair-spa\/facial done after playing Holi.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drink_in_Moderation\"><\/span><strong>Drink in Moderation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"We_all_know_the_craze_for_Thandai_and_if_theres_alcohol_its_better_when_its_taken_in_moderation_because_feeling_hungover_the_next_day_is_never_quite_a_good_feeling_especially_when_its_a_working_day\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all know the craze for Thandai and if there\u2019s alcohol, it\u2019s better when it\u2019s taken in moderation because feeling hungover the next day is never quite a good feeling especially when it\u2019s a working day.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Play_with_Anything_other_than_Colors\"><\/span><strong>Don\u2019t Play with Anything other than Colors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_it_restricted_to_Organic_Gulal_and_diluted_Colors_only_because_they_are_safe_for_the_skin_Dont_use_mud_eggs_or_any_other_kind_of_junk_to_play_Holi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep it restricted to Organic Gulal and diluted Colors only because they are safe for the skin. Don\u2019t use mud, eggs or any other kind of junk to play Holi.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Metallic_Colors\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Metallic Colors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Metallic_colors_are_extremely_harmful_to_the_skin_so_its_always_best_to_avoid_them_and_make_sure_the_little_ones_stay_away_from_such_harmful_chemicals_as_well\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metallic colors are extremely harmful to the skin so it\u2019s always best to avoid them and make sure the little ones stay away from such harmful chemicals as well.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3179\" src=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/shutterstock_660873157-min.jpg\" alt=\"Holi_Colors\" width=\"5616\" height=\"3744\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Play_Only_with_Those_Who_Are_Willing\"><\/span><strong>Play Only with Those Who Are Willing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lets_keep_the_merrymaking_festival_a_cheerful_one_for_all_its_not_nice_to_drag_people_who_dont_enjoy_this_festival_of_colors_as_much_as_you_do_so_the_tikka_application_remains_at_its_best_just_let_them_know_of_your_affection_in_a_subtle_manner\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s keep the merrymaking festival a cheerful one for all; it\u2019s not nice to drag people who don\u2019t enjoy this festival of colors as much as you do so the tikka application remains at its best, just let them know of your affection in a subtle manner.<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_the_best_of_this_Holi_by_bringing_near_and_dear_ones_together_you_already_have_a_list_of_things_that_you_can_follow_in_order_to_celebrate_a_safe_Holi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the best of this Holi by bringing near and dear ones together; you already have a list of things that you can follow in order to celebrate a safe Holi. <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Also_Read\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also Read,<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/holi-gift-ideas\/\">11 Holi Gift Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/9-ways-celebrate-safe-eco-friendly-holi\/\">Celebrate a Safe and Eco-friendly Holi<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From listening to stories of the legends of Hiranyakashipu, Prahlad and Holika around the cozy bonfire on the previous night to splashing colors on each other in the next morning and marking a tikka on loved ones\u2019 foreheads with respect, Holi &#8211; The Festival of Colors brings people together. People of all ages participate equally in showering joy on each other. But, are there any dos and don\u2019ts when it comes to Holi celebrations? Absolutely! The festival of colors is to make everyone feel blissful and it should never be causing discomfort to anyone which is why we should keep a few things in mind for a safe and sound Holi celebration. The Dos The day everyone plays with colors is called \u2018Dhuleti\u2019 and it is almost carnivalesque in nature! While the celebratory mood obviously sparks joy within everyone but it is never pleasant to face an issue that might ruin the fun. We should all avoid any discomfort and accidents that might take place and be careful while celebrating. A standard set of rules, some guidance will surely help. Here is a set of dos during Holi: Go Organic with Colors Organic\/Natural\/Herbal colors are always better than the synthetic [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":12963,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[24],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3173","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-holi"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.13 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Here Are Some Dos and Don&#039;ts for a Safe and Sound Holi<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Splash some colors of love, make some memories that will stay imprinted forever and follow these dos and don&#039;ts guidelines for a grand Holi Celebration\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Here Are Some Dos and Don&#039;ts for a Safe and Sound Holi\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Splash some colors of love, make some memories that will stay imprinted forever and follow these dos and don&#039;ts guidelines for a grand Holi Celebration\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.igp.com\/blog\/here-are-some-dos-and-donts-for-a-safe-and-sound-holi\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"IGP Blog - Gift Ideas for Birthday, Wedding &amp; 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