Holi is fun. Holi is chaotic. Holi is selfies, reels, and someone yelling “bura na mano!” while aiming straight for your face. Holi is colour everywhere.

And while you’re out there living your full Bollywood slow-motion fantasy, laughing in clouds of pink and yellow… your skin is internally filing a complaint.

Because Holi is that one specific day when your skin texts you later like, “Hey. Quick chat. What was that?”

Between gulal, water balloons, sun exposure, sweat, and that one friend who believes in aggressive colour application as a personality trait… your skin goes through a lot. Like, a LOT.

Now before you step out looking like a walking rainbow. And before you come back home looking like modern art with trust issues. You need a skincare game plan.

Don’t panic! Westside beauty has everything you need. Prep, protect, and recover like a pro. The fun way. The smart way. The absolutely-no-regret way.

Because glow is cute. Damage? Not invited.

Do I actually need to prep my skin before Holi? Or am I being dramatic?

You’re not dramatic. You’re smart.

Holi colours love dry skin. They cling to it. They settle into it. They move in like they’re paying rent.

So the goal before stepping out? Create a barrier.

Start with clean skin. Then moisturise properly. Not a polite little dab. A generous, “I respect my skin” layer. Hydrated skin is less likely to hold onto colour like it’s emotionally attached.

And sunscreen. Please. The sun does not care that it’s Holi. UV damage plus colour plus dehydration? That’s a post-festival villain arc we do not need.

Prep = fewer regrets.

Can I wear makeup or is that a risky life choice?

Full glam for Holi is bold. Questionable. But bold.

Foundation mixed with gulal turns into patchy chaos. Concealer plus water balloons? Not the aesthetic.

If you must. Keep it minimal. Lip balm. Maybe waterproof mascara if you’re planning dramatic slow-motion shots. But heavy base makeup? Let her rest.

Holi is not the day for contouring. It’s the day for controlled chaos.

What about my hair? Because last year it was pink for a week.

We remember. We all remember.

Before stepping out? Apply a light layer of oil to your hair! It acts like a shield and makes washing colour out way easier later. Otherwise, be prepared to explain your “intentional rose gold phase” for days.

And tie it up if you can. Your future self will thank you.

I’m home. I look like I fought a rainbow. Now what?

First rule. Do not attack your face.

No aggressive scrubbing. No harsh exfoliating. No “let me just remove this quickly” energy.

Rinse gently with lukewarm water. Let the loose colour slide off. Then use a mild cleanser and be patient. If a slight tint remains, relax. It will fade. Your skin is not permanently neon.

Pat dry. We are calm. We are moisturised. We are not sanding furniture.

Can I exfoliate tomorrow to “fix everything”?

Slow down warrior. Give your skin 48 hours at least. Let it settle. Let it breathe. Then, if needed, go in gently. Not aggressively. Not like you’re scrubbing evidence.

Gentle wins. Always.

At Westside, we know festivals are meant to be messy, magical and unforgettable. Your skin? Not so much. With the right prep and post-care routine? You can enjoy every splash of colour without sacrificing your glow.

Head to your nearest Westside store or browse online to explore beauty essentials that have your back. Before and after the Holi madness.

Get coloured. Stay glowing.