Holi colours can leave your skin and hair dry, dull and irritated. Synthetic dyes in colours, exposure to the sun and excessive washing post-Holi can lead to long-term damage. Skincare and haircare experts share essential tips to keep your skin safe before, during and after Holi. Here are some expert-approved tips to make Holi safe for your skin, hair and nails. For the skin, using a natural, oil-based moisturiser helps create a protective layer, making it easier to remove colours later. For your hair, massaging your scalp and hair with coconut-based oil before stepping out to play Holi can help protect it from harsh colours. For hair, apply a thick coat of nail polish to create a protecting layer against the colours, Dr Rashmi Shetty says. For skin, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 50 and reapply as needed, Dr Aparna Santhanam advises. For nails, keep them short and neatly trimmed to prevent staining and infections.