India, March 1 -- Holi, the festival of colours, is often about playing with dry or wet colours, even though a section of people now appreciate avoiding chemically-loaded colours. Amid all the celebrations, your hair often bears the brunt of harsh powders, sun exposure, and repeated washes. What feels like harmless fun can leave your strands dry, frizzy, and lifeless. This Holi, celebrate freely, but don't forget to show your hair some love too.

Emphasizing the importance of proactive hair protection during the festive frenzy, Dr Mili Sinha, Aesthetic Physician at La Clinique and expert at Oteria, tells Health Shots, "Holi is a wonderful celebration, but the vibrant colour powders and sun exposure can strip moisture, weaken follicles, an...