Your go-to Holi eye-care guide: Avoid contact lenses, wear sunglasses and use organic colours
Keep your eyes safe and healthy during and after the festive celebrations.
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You can ensure a safe and enjoyable Holi experience without compromising your eye health.
Holi, a joyous and vibrant festival, is celebrated with great enthusiasm. However, it is essential to take proper care of the eyes to avoid any complications or damage during this festive season.
To help keep your eyes safe and healthy during and after the festive celebrations, here are some essential pre- and post-Holi eye care tips.
Pre-Holi Eye Care Tips
Wear protective eyewear While playing Holi, it is crucial to wear protective eyewear to protect your eyes from water and colours. Glasses or sunglasses with polycarbonate lenses provide the best protection.
Moisturise your eyes Before starting your Holi celebrations, moisturise your eyes with artificial tear drops or lubricating eye drops to prevent dryness and irritation.
Trim your nails If you plan to join the festive celebrations, make sure you trim your nails before you step out. Long nails can scratch the eyes or cause infections.
Avoid wearing contact lenses Avoid wearing contact lenses for your Holi celebrations. The coloured water can get trapped under your lenses and cause infections or irritation.
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Supervise children Children should always be supervised by an adult while playing Holi. Instruct them to not throw colours directly at someone's face or in the eyes.
Use child-friendly colours It is essential to use child-friendly and non-toxic colours for children as there is a high possibility of the colours going into their eyes. Harmful chemicals can cause serious eye irritation and infections. Wishing you a happy and safe Holi!
Post-Holi Eye Care Tips
Wash your eyes thoroughly After playing Holi, it is important to wash your eyes thoroughly with clean water to remove any colour residue that may have entered your eyes.
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Cold compress If you experience any discomfort or irritation after playing Holi, use a cold compress on your eyes. This will help reduce inflammation and soothe your eyes.
Avoid rubbing your eyes Rubbing your eyes vigorously can cause scratches or infections. Instead, use a clean and damp cloth to wipe your eyes gently.
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Discard contact lenses If you wore contact lenses for Holi celebrations, discard them immediately after use. Do not reuse them as the coloured water trapped under the lens may cause infection. After discarding contact lenses, use lubricating eye drops to soothe and moisten your eyes.
Consult an ophthalmologist If you experience any severe symptoms such as pain, redness or discharge, consult an ophthalmologist immediately. Delaying treatment can lead to permanent damage to your eyes. Clean glasses with solution & use a microfiber cloth If you wear glasses, clean them thoroughly after playing Holi using a recommended cleaning solution to avoid scratches on the lenses. Do not use paper towels or tissues as they scratch your glasses lenses, instead use a microfiber cloth to clean your glasses
By following these tips, you can ensure a safe and enjoyable Holi experience without compromising your eye health. Wishing you a happy and safe Holi!
- The article has been shared by Dr SK Narang, Chief Cataract, Lasik and Retina Eye Surgeon at Narang Eye Institute (ASG Eye Hospitals).
Holi Style Guide: Ditch The Old, Rugged Clothes & Get Your Funk On
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Holi is just around the corner. Most of us already have plans for the festival of colours or have everything in order for a funky and cool Holi party. But if you are still planning on wearing your old rugged clothes for the festivity, here’s your style guide that’s simple yet efficient and effortless.
Holi is just around the corner. Most of us already have plans for the festival of colours or have everything in order for a funky and cool Holi party. But if you are still planning on wearing your ol..
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Holi is just around the corner. Most of us already have plans for the festival of colours or have everything in order for a funky and cool Holi party. But if you are still planning on wearing your old rugged clothes for the festivity, here’s your style guide that’s simple yet efficient and effortless.
Holi is just around the corner. Most of us already have plans for the festival of colours or have everything in order for a funky and cool Holi party. But if you are still planning on wearing your ol..
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We understand your hesitation in not ruining your good clothes with Holi colours. That’s why one of the best options is a tie-and-dye pattern. If you end up splashing your clothes in different colours, then sweat not, because it will only add to the pattern and design and make it look outstanding, even later!
We understand your hesitation in not ruining your good clothes with Holi colours. That’s why one of the best options is a tie-and-dye pattern. If you end up splashing your clothes in different colour..
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Floral design is also a good choice for Holi celebration. Since your shirt, dress or two piece already flaunts colourful flowers on it, then extra addition of Holi colours will not spoil the vibe of your clothes.
Floral design is also a good choice for Holi celebration. Since your shirt, dress or two piece already flaunts colourful flowers on it, then extra addition of Holi colours will not spoil the vibe of ..
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But if you’re someone who is all about style and wants to make the most of this year’s Holi which is returning after two years of uncertainty, then go all white! Opt for a nice plain white t-shirt or shirt along with either blue denims or white pants/shorts. As the day progresses, the colours of your clothes will also shift. A win-win, we say!
But if you’re someone who is all about style and wants to make the most of this year’s Holi which is returning after two years of uncertainty, then go all white! Opt for a nice plain white t-shirt or..
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It is also important to dress comfortably and correctly, so fabric obviously matters. Go for cotton and loose clothing in order to avoid looking like a drenched cat. You also don’t want the wet clothes to be sticking on you all the time.
It is also important to dress comfortably and correctly, so fabric obviously matters. Go for cotton and loose clothing in order to avoid looking like a drenched cat. You also don’t want the wet clot..
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If you want to go for a traditional look, sweat not. You can follow similar suggestions for your ethnic wear such as saree or salwar kurta. You can also opt for bold colours if you do not wish to look like a rainbow at the end of the day. Apart from bold colours, try embroidery and prints as well.
If you want to go for a traditional look, sweat not. You can follow similar suggestions for your ethnic wear such as saree or salwar kurta. You can also opt for bold colours if you do not wish to loo..
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If nothing works out and you still seem to be unsure, then just go with the OG – denim. You can never go wrong with a good old pair of denim shorts or pants paired with a basic white or grey t-shirt.
If nothing works out and you still seem to be unsure, then just go with the OG – denim. You can never go wrong with a good old pair of denim shorts or pants paired with a basic white or grey t-shirt.
While so far you have an idea about what to wear for Holi, but what about your bling? If you’re a person who likes to jewel-it-up, then we suggest you keep your gold and diamonds at home, safely tucked away from harmful colours. Go for artificial jewellery. A simple neck statement piece or chunky earrings, but do avoid wearing bold rings on your hands as it might get lost or hurt you or someone else while plastering people with Holi colours. You can also go for jewellery made of beads.
While so far you have an idea about what to wear for Holi, but what about your bling? If you’re a person who likes to jewel-it-up, then we suggest you keep your gold and diamonds at home, safely tuck..
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When it comes to footwear, avoid wearing anything that’s chunky and soft colours. Especially premium brands as shoes easily get damaged and it’s not easy to bring them back to life. Go for simple sandals or slippers that have a good grip.
When it comes to footwear, avoid wearing anything that’s chunky and soft colours. Especially premium brands as shoes easily get damaged and it’s not easy to bring them back to life. Go for simple san..
(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this column are that of the writer. The facts and opinions expressed here do not reflect the views of www.economictimes.com.)
