Holi Eye Safety: What to Do if Color Gets in Your Eyes, Expert Advice from Kota Specialist

• Dr. Sudhir Gupta, a senior eye specialist in Kota, warns against eye damage during Holi due to chemical colors.
• Chemical-laden colors can harm the cornea, leading to ulcers or even blindness; allergies can worsen.
• Advice: Avoid direct eye contact, use herbal colors, wear spectacles, apply color only on cheeks.
• If color enters eyes: DO NOT rub. Immediately wash thoroughly with clean water.
• Seek an eye specialist without delay if irritation, pain, or blurred vision persists; avoid home remedies.