The vibrant festival of Holi is celebrated with colours. However, many commercial colours in the market contain harmful chemicals or are made with substances that may harm the skin or the environment. What if we tell you a secret to preparing colours for Holi at home naturally using easily available ingredients? Here are the best methods and recipes for making natural colours at home to celebrate Holi 2025.
These colours are not only affordable to make at home with easy ingredients but also safe for the skin and the environment, as most of them are prepared with flowers or kitchen items.
Red Gulal
Ingredients:
- 2-3 Beetroots or dried hibiscus flowers
- Cornstarch or arrowroot powder
Method:
- Slice beetroots and sun-dry them completely or use hibiscus flowers. Grind into a fine powder.
- Mix with cornstarch for a soft texture.
- Store in an airtight container and use for Holi.
Yellow Gulal
Ingredients:
- ½ cup Turmeric Powder
- 1 cup Cornstarch or Gram Flour
Method:
- Mix turmeric with cornstarch in a bowl.
- Blend well in a jar and mix to form the colour.
- Spread and dry it for a few hours to perfectly make the colour.
- For a lighter shade add sandalwood to the mix.
Green Gulal
Ingredients:
- Fresh Spinach or Neem Leaves
- Cornstarch
Method:
- Dry spinach or neem leaves under the sun until dry.
- Blend into a fine powder and mix with cornstarch.
- Sieve the mixture for a smoother texture.
- For a lighter shade mix multani mitti.
Pink Gulal
Ingredients:
- Dried Rose Petals
- Cornstarch
Method:
- Sun-dry rose petals until crisp.
- Blend into a fine powder and mix with cornstarch.
- Sieve for a fine and soft texture.
Tips to store
- Store in a cool and dry place to protect the natural colours.
- Keep the colours in an airtight jar for freshness.
- Apply oil before playing Holi to make the colours wash off easily.
Make your special colours at home using natural ingredients and easily available items at home that are safe for your skin and also protect the environment. Enjoy a safe and happy Holi this year with all-natural and handmade colours that will add joy and safety to your celebrations.