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Many people also came with skin rashes and allergies due to chemical-based colours. Besides, people use volatile substances like kerosene, petrol etc to remove the colour which further irritates the affected area. Bhopal: After a fun-filled Holi, many citizens are still reeling under its side-effects. Friction with cloth while rubbing also increases dermatitis,” he said.“Applying petroleum jelly or coconut oil before exposing the skin to colours reduces the level of penetration and can prevent allergies.”“In Bhopal, the percentage of people suffering from skin allergies caused due to Holi colours has reduced as people are now more aware and use non-allergic and herbal colours during the festival,” he added. This kind of lax attitude causes the infections to worsen..