Quick Hairstyles for this Diwali Season

Diwali is just around the corner and the excitement is palpable. Diwali is that time when one wants to look their best. But along with the festivities, the traditions and preparations also need to happen hand in hand. Whipping up sweets and savouries for family and friends, getting the house spic and span and of course, the rituals needed to be done during the Puja, often have you rushing between the kitchen and the puja room. In all the preparation frenzy, one may somehow manage to plan their dress and accessories, but often the hair takes a backseat. This Diwali, make heads turn by trying one of these five simple yet elegant hairstyles.

1. Low Ponytail

This hairstyle is perfect if you are an amateur and don’t have the confidence to try something complicated. It gets your hair done in a jiffy while lending your look the extra edge it needs. You can also give your own twist to it by tying your hair in small braids and securing the lower portion of your hair into a low ponytail. You can also try Burgundy hair colour highlights by Godrej Expert Rich Crème hair colours which would definitely elevate your look and make you stand out in the crowd.

2. Messy side bun

There is something about this hairstyle that makes one look chic and stylish without trying too hard. This is another easy hairstyle that goes very well with all kinds of traditional attire. It is ideal for those with long tresses. You have to tie your hair low, not tightly and then keep twisting to form a bun. Secure the bun in position with hairpins and tug at it lightly to give it a softer and messier appearance. You can accessorize this look with a brooch or artificial flowers. This look will look amazing with an embellished saree or lehenga.

3. Fishtail Braid

This is a classic hairstyle that is great for medium length or long hair. If simple braids are getting boring, you can add a trendy touch to your hairstyle with a fishtail braid. It keeps all the loose ends in place, giving a neat yet chic look.

4. Beach waves

So what if you can’t go to the beach, but you can surely flaunt this glamorous hairstyle for Diwali. This hairstyle goes well with both ethnic and western outfits. This hairstyle suits short and medium hair length very well. It will not only amp up your oomph quotient but give you that effortlessly chic look. You will need a curling iron with this look. Setting the hair with a hair spray will make it stay in place for a longer time. This hairstyle would look amazing on coloured hair. A natural brown or dark brown shade by Godrej Expert Rich Crème hair colours are not only ideal for Indian skin tones but will also enhance the beauty of any hairstyle.

5. Half-Up Hairstyle

For people with straight hair, this hairstyle is ideal. It looks great not only long but also short hair. Even if you have been blessed with wavy or curly hair, you can always use a straightener to get this hairstyle. Some bobby pins and hair spray are all you need for this hairstyle. Give volume to the hair by back brushing and give it a poof like an appearance. Secure this poof with frontal hair with the help of some bobby pins. Some hair spray at the end will help tame all the loose frizzy ends. A blow-dry before starting the hairstyle is recommended. This hairstyle looks great on women with a small forehead. Pairing this hairstyle with a maang tikka will further enhance this look.

While these hairstyles will definitely give your look a special touch, trying them on coloured hair will give you the ultimate makeover this Diwali. Colouring your hair will not only help in covering those pesky greys but can also give your look just the change it needs

Going to the salon and getting your hair done may seem a time consuming and inconvenient prospect amidst the hectic schedule. You can also achieve a stunning makeover with professional hair colour at home.

This will ensure that your hair is ready for any hairstyle that you want to flaunt and there are no greys visible. It is a simple but important step to ensure that you look your best. The most important factors to be considered while selecting a hair colour are your skin complexion and the natural colour of your hair. Choose a shade that is only a shade or two lighter or darker so that when your roots grow, they are less visible.

Brands like Godrej Expert Rich Crème come with a range of 5 amazing shades like natural black, black-brown, dark brown, natural brown and burgundy that are perfect for the Indian skin tone. It is not only an ammonia free hair colour but also enriched with the goodness of 10 times aloe vera. Its 10 * aloe vera formula not only lends a healthy sheen to the hair but is also known to prevent any itchiness and dryness of the scalp with its natural conditioning properties.

When selecting hair colours to use at home, one has to take care of selecting safe and reliable products. Godrej Expert Rich Crème Hair Colour is a cream-based hair colour that comes in pre-measured sachets and colours your hair in just 30 minutes.

Its cream base allows easy application and prevents dripping or spillage, making it one of the best hair colours for grey hair In short, Godrej Expert Rich Crème Hair Colours are hassle-free, budget-friendly, can be done in the comfort of our home and also give good results. Millions of people around the world safely use hair colours at home regularly. However, in rare cases, allergy from even the best hair colour products may develop at any time and at any stage in life. Hence, a skin hypersensitivity test is strongly recommended before every application of hair colour as a precautionary measure, even for regular users to ensure a safe and pleasurable hair colouring experience.

All the best at-home hair colours have safety instructions and precautions mentioned on the pack in detail. The skin hypersensitivity test must be done 48 hours before application on the hair. To conduct the test, cleanse a small area of skin behind the ear or inner surface of the forearm using soap and water or alcohol. Mix a small quantity of colourant and developer, apply on previously cleansed skin and allow it to dry. Keep the product on for 48 hours and observe. If there is no reaction such as reddening, burning, itching, irritation or swelling in the area that the test was conducted on, then the product can be safely used.

How to colour hair at home?

(i) Select a shade from the range of shades offered by Godrej Expert Rich Crème Hair Colour

(ii) Do a skin hypersensitivity test 48 hours before application as mentioned above

(iii) Ensure your hair is clean and dry before application and put on your gloves

(iv) If you are using the single-use packs, open the pre-measured sachets and mix them in a non-metallic bowl

(v) Separate your hair into sections and apply the colour with a brush from the root to tip. Leave it on for 30 minutes and then rinse well with water for soft, beautiful, shiny tresses

This Diwali, feel and look like the diva you always wanted to be with these simple hacks and get the ultimate hair makeover.