Holi Colors: 5 Easy Tips to Identify Pure vs. Chemical Colors Before You Buy!

• Holi 2026: Learn to distinguish safe colors from harmful chemical-laden ones.
• Avoid shiny or glittery gulal; it may contain glass or aluminum powder causing skin cuts.
• Natural gulal has no smell or a mild floral scent; strong chemical odors indicate synthetic dyes.
• Test colors by dissolving in water: pure colors dissolve completely without heavy residue or opaque darkening.
• Rub colors on your hand: natural gulal feels soft, while chemical colors are granular and rough; avoid deep or neon shades.