Holi is a festival of colors, joy, and delicious treats, where people celebrate by applying colors to their loved ones, forgetting all grudges. However, the excitement of this festival often diminishes when chemically-laden market colors cause skin allergies, irritation, and other health issues.
To make this Holi special and safe, ditch chemical-based colors and prepare herbal gulal at home using natural flowers. These organic colors are not only skin-friendly but also environmentally safe. Let’s explore how you can make different shades of herbal Holi colors using flowers.
How to Make Natural Herbal Gulal with Flowers
1. Yellow Color – Marigold Flowers and Turmeric
Marigold flowers naturally contain a rich yellow pigment, which blends beautifully with turmeric. To make yellow color:
- Boil marigold flowers in water along with a little turmeric.
- Once the flowers release their color, let the mixture cool and strain it.
- Your natural yellow color is ready!
2. Blue Color – Butterfly Pea (Aparajita) Flowers
Butterfly pea flowers, also known as Aparajita, are a great source of blue color. To prepare it:
- Dry the flowers in sunlight for 3-4 days and grind them into a fine powder.
- Mix this powder with water to create a vibrant blue shade.
3. Pink Color – Rose Petals
Rose petals provide a beautiful pink color, which is completely safe for the skin. To make it:
- Boil fresh rose petals in water.
- Add some arrowroot powder to create a thick paste.
- Dry the mixture to use it as gulal, or mix it with water for a liquid pink color.
4. Saffron/Orange Color – Palash and Marigold Flowers
To make a saffron/orange shade:
- Soak 100 grams of dried Palash flowers in a bucket of water overnight.
- Strain the water the next morning.
- Your vibrant saffron color is ready!
5. Red Color – Buransh (Rhododendron) and Hibiscus Flowers
To prepare a natural red gulal:
- Dry Buransh (Rhododendron) and Hibiscus flowers, then grind them into a fine powder.
- Use this powder directly as gulal or mix it with water for a liquid red color.
Celebrate a Safe and Joyful Holi!
Using natural colors will not only protect your skin but also make your Holi celebration more joyful and eco-friendly. Encourage your friends and family to switch to herbal gulal and contribute to a cleaner, safer environment.
Wishing you a colorful and happy Holi! 🌸🎨🎉