Three Days to Diwali: A Quick Skin and Hair Checklist

Diwali is three days away. If you have not started, do not panic. Do a few things well.

Do now

• Cleanse and moisturise morning and night.
• Oil and wash your hair once.
• One mask or gentle scrub, not both.
• Drink water and sleep early.

Skip

• New products. Patch-test takes 24 hours.
• Strong scrubs, waxing or facials right before the festival.

Night before

Apply a few drops of Kumkumadi Face Glowing Oil and rest. Read our Diwali glow routine and quick face packs.

If you are late to start

It is fine to begin late. Focus on a few things that make a visible difference: clean skin, moisturised skin and well-washed hair. Skip the rest.

• Cleanse twice a day.
• Moisturise well.
• One hair wash with a mild shampoo.
• Drink water.

The night before

Apply a little face oil, set out your outfit and sleep early.

Frequently asked questions

Can I still do a facial?

Better to skip anything new this close to the event.

What if I get a pimple?

Do not pick it. Keep skin clean and use a gentle treatment.

What should I do the night before?

Cleanse, moisturise and rest.

Quick takeaway

Fewer products, more sleep, plenty of water. Skip anything new.

This article is general information about traditional Ayurvedic hair, skin and bath care. It is not medical advice. If you have sudden or patchy hair loss, a sore, itchy or flaky scalp, or skin that is painful, swollen or not improving, please see a doctor or dermatologist. Always patch-test a new product first.