India, March 13 -- Holi is a joyous occasion with family and friends getting together to play with colours and water. However, it is necessary to take proper precautions, especially shield your eyes, during your colourful celebrations. We bring you some expert tips from ophthalmologists.

Blinking is a natural defense mechanism that helps remove foreign particles from the eyes. During Holi, fine powder colors and dust can settle on the eye surface, leading to irritation, dryness, or blurry vision, says Dr Rasika, Senior Consultant, Sharp Sight Eye Hospitals. Making a conscious effort to blink more frequently helps clear away the debris.

Colours can seep between the lens and cornea, causing irritation, infections, or ulcers. Removing lens...