There is a big danger in the colors of Holi … how to identify ‘chemical -rich’ and ‘herbal’ color, otherwise the skin will be wasted!

Last updated:March 11, 2025, 23:18 IST

Holi Festival Abeer-Gulaal Chemical: Holi colors can be chemical, which are harmful to the skin. Both herbal and chemical -rich abir are available in the market. Experts recommend the use of herbal colors …Read more

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How to identify chemical rich and herbal colors on Holi?

Dhanbad. The festival of Holi is near and the shopping of color-gulal has started in the markets. But have you thought that the color you are buying is safe or not? Some colors used during Holi may be harmful chemicals, which are harmful to skin and health. In such a situation, it becomes important to know which color is herbal and which chemical containing.

Two types of Abir are getting in the market
To get information on this subject, we visited a shop in Saraidhela, Dhanbad, where the shop owner Deeksha Ji said that two types of abir are available in the market – one chemical and another herbal. According to him, chemical abir are usually for flying on the streets, making rangoli or use in public programs. They should be avoided by applying them on the face because the chemicals present in them can cause allergies or irritation.

If you want to buy a safe color to apply on your face or body, then choose herbal abir. Deeksha ji said that he has Herbal Abir of Patanjali, which is completely natural and does not harm the skin.

Avoid cheap Abir sold in the open
He also told that the cheap Abir sold in the open in the market should be avoided on the face because they are more likely to have chemicals. These colors are sold more due to being cheap, but can be harmful to health. If Holi is to be made clean and safe, then use only herbal or branded packed colors.

Benefits of herbal abir
There is no irritation or allergy on the skin. There is no problem when going into the eyes. Is safe for children and the elderly. It is easily cleaned.

Price and appeal
According to Deeksha ji, herbal Abir starts at ₹ 30 here. Along with being economical, they are safe. He appealed to the people to use herbal colors only to play Holi, so that the festival can be enjoyed without any loss.

So to keep this Holi, yourself and your family safe, choose only herbal and natural colors and enjoy a clean and healthy Holi.