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Human Interest

The Smart Girl’s Guide to Holi Hair Protection

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Written by Intern Swara Bodke || Team Allycaral

Holi is all about colour, joy, and self-expression. But while you’re busy celebrating, your hair often pays the price. After the festivities, many people notice dryness, rough texture, and frizz.
The colours used during Holi can sometimes contain harsh elements that strip away your hair’s natural moisture. The good news? A smart pre- and post-care routine can help maintain softness and shine. With the right nourishment and gentle products, your hair can stay healthy long after the celebrations are over.


Shailesh Moolya, National Technical Head at Godrej Professional, shares practical tips to protect and hydrate your strands.
Pre-Holi Hair Prep: Shield Your Strands
• Apply a leave-in oil: Before stepping out, coat your hair with a leave-in oil to create a protective barrier against colours. Products like Keracare Macadamia Oil help make your hair feel soft, smooth, and shiny.
• Style strategically: Opt for a tight braid or bun to reduce tangling and limit colour exposure.
• Cover your hair: Use a scarf, hat, or bandana to minimise direct contact with pigments.
Post-Holi Hair Revival: Restore & Replenish
• Rinse with cold water immediately: Wash off colours as soon as possible using cold water. Follow up with a mild shampoo to prevent further dryness.
• Avoid heat styling: Skip blow dryers and straighteners right after Holi. Your hair needs recovery time.
• Use a hydrating shampoo: Choose a moisture-rich formula to gently cleanse while restoring hydration.
• Seal in nourishment with a mask: Finish with a deeply conditioning hair mask. Honey-based formulas work especially well for hydration and scalp care.
Holi should leave you with beautiful memories — not damaged hair. Follow these expert tips to enjoy the festival while keeping your hair healthy, smooth, and celebration-ready.

Fit & Fabulous

Godrej Professional Expert Highlights Brown as Top Hair Colour Trend This Valentine’s Day

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

In a season traditionally dominated by heart motifs and predictable beauty narratives, the most romantic hair colour might come as a surprise. It’s brown — layered, nuanced and quietly captivating in its charm. According to Shailesh Moolya, National Technical Head at Godrej Professional, romance this Valentine’s Day is wearing brown.


The appeal of brown lies in its authenticity. Shades such as roasted almond, hot chocolate and butterscotch blonde strike a delicate balance between warmth and sophistication. Rather than demanding attention, these hues invite it. For both salon professionals and consumers, brown’s versatility is unmatched — it flatters a wide range of Indian skin tones, adapts seamlessly across lighting conditions and ages gracefully as hair grows.

From a technical standpoint, brown is where craftsmanship truly shines. Unlike extreme or high-lift colours, brown relies heavily on precision and balance. Undertones play a crucial role — a roasted almond brown with subtle golden warmth can soften facial features, while a deeper hot chocolate shade adds richness and depth without appearing heavy. Butterscotch blonde, when executed correctly, brightens the look while maintaining natural movement.

There is also a science-backed reason brown shades appear healthier. Multi-dimensional browns reflect light more evenly, creating the illusion of enhanced shine and smoother texture. Colours closer to natural melanin tones preserve visual density better than lighter shades, making hair appear fuller and more resilient. The result is colour that looks luxurious rather than over-processed.

Culturally, brown aligns seamlessly with the evolving definition of romance. Modern Valentine’s moments are increasingly about quiet connections — coffee dates, intimate dinners and everyday closeness — rather than grand gestures. These subtle tones mirror that shift, offering confidence without being performative and sensuality without excess.

Brown also offers endless personalisation opportunities through techniques like glossing, lowlighting and soft contouring. Each service enhances the look while remaining wearable, allowing individuals to elevate their appearance without changing who they are.

This Valentine’s Day, brown reflects how romance is evolving — softer, more personal and rooted in authenticity. In the language of hair colour, brown embodies warmth, confidence and quiet luxury, leaving a lasting impression without ever trying too hard.