India, March 14 -- While we celebrate Holi today with pomp and grandeur, we should be mindful of the colours that we use. colours with chemicals can affect skin, eyes, ears and throat. Natural, organically-procured colours, on the other hand, are safer to use, and can contribute to safe Holi celebrations. Also read | Holi 2025: If colours get into your eyes on Holi, doctor says do this immediately to avoid medical emergency

In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr. Mannan Gupta, chairman & HOD - obstetrics and gynaecology, Elantis Healthcare, New Delhi said, "While the colours used during this festival are heavily saturated with chemicals, which are used to make them so vibrant, their health hazards are largely overlooked. Among the most da...