Things you need this Holi before sharing Holi SMS to kith and kin

As we prepare to rev up our spirits to welcome this spring festival, its a good occasion to revel in the colors in our life, our home, our surroundings and most of all on us. Now, technology has its own role to play when it comes to celebrate the festivals in India, as people start showering wishes to their kith and kin to seek and give blessings.


There are also at least 1 dozen websites which allows users to send SMS free of cost to their friends, but the question stands out, 'Is festivals now all about sending SMSs ?'...The answer is a BIG no. Holi is a festival of splashing colors, enjoying bhang dishes, coolest parties and in the process making friends out of enemies. But there are few things which you would need to take care, especially beautiful ladies out there, before you get your both feet in the Holi fever.

So, before the Big Day comes make sure you have the necessary stuff outlined to make you look and feel good. Here is all what you need for a happy & safe Holi from outfit to footwear:

• White is synonymous with Holi, but if you are not the type to wear the traditional salwar kameez, who says you cant wear a white dress or funky tee with shorts.
• No all white Holi outfit is complete without kohl rimmed eyes. Don't forget to use waterproof eye make-up.
• Keep that hair tied in a neat ponytail or braid it using funky hair accessories.
• Need to keep track of time to Holi-party hop? Just make sure the piece on your wrist is waterproof.
• White rimmed glasses are a holi must have, especially to hide the bhaang effect. Invest in a cheaper, one time option that is trendy nonetheless.
• A transparent PVC bag in psychedelic colours is perfect to keep your stuff safe and water proof. Potli bags go perfect with your Indian salwar Kameez, besides being the right size for your mobile phone, sunblock and lip gloss. Go for bright colours and ethinic prints.
• Rubber flip flops is the most functional choice of footwear. Dont make it boring. Go for bright colours and patterns.
• You have to protect your nails using the darkest of lacquers. Go bright red, metallic or goth depending upon your mood.
• Glass bangles are hazardous. Get metal ones, like those at Janpath. Cheap and cheerful.
• You would need the hydration in the post-Holi bath soak. Add the ayurvedic beauty fluid to make it relaxing and rejuvenating.
• Your hair will need as much after care as your skin. Make it soft, clean and fragrant with the quality the shampoo line. Coconut oil is the lightest formation to get rid off later.
• All that colour wont come off with a regular soap. Too much rubbing will be disastrous. Try a calming, cleansing solution. Just in case you plan to have a rough Holi or it happens either way, make sure you have an aloe-infused burn relief handy. It relieves both skin rashes and irritations.
• Your skin is going to feel cracked and abused the day after. Give it the right boost with a revatliser.
• Slap on a lot of baby oil before stepping out. This oil cum gel is perfect without being over greasy.

IMPORTANT !
We cant stress this enough, when your skin is being exposed to sun and water simultaneously, keep a sun block handy. Re-apply every couple of hours. Make sure the SPF is 30 plus.