Holi falls on Monday, 22 March 2027, with Holika Dahan on the evening of Sunday, 21 March. For couples it is a day of colour, music and noise with family and friends, and then, when the colour is finally washed off, a rare quiet evening with a long weekend behind it. This page is about that second half: how to protect your skin, how to turn the clean-up into time together, and a few waterproof picks if you want them. Everything here is tasteful and practical. For the basics on materials and safety, start with our guide to sex toys in India.
Order-by dates (we dispatch in 1 to 2 days; delivery takes 3 to 7 days across India)
- Order by 13 March 2027 for delivery before Holi.
- Shops and couriers slow down in the last days before Holi, so earlier is better.
- If you will be at a family home for the festival, ship to your own address and pack it yourself.
Before the colour: look after your skin
- Rub a little coconut or almond oil into your skin and hair before you go out. Colour washes off oiled skin much more easily.
- Help each other with the places you cannot reach: the back of the neck, behind the ears, the shoulders. It is a small, caring ritual.
- Keep that oil for skin. As a lube it is a different story, because oil weakens latex condoms; our page on coconut oil as lube explains why.
- Choose natural or herbal colours where you can, and keep them away from eyes and mouths.
After the colour: ideas for the evening
- A long, shared shower. Washing colour out of each other’s hair is more intimate than it sounds. Take your time, use a mild soap and plenty of warm water.
- Moisturise each other. Skin feels tight after a day of colour and scrubbing. A slow massage with a body oil is the natural next step.
- Eat in, rest early. Order the gujiya, put on a playlist and let the evening be unhurried.
- Clear heads first. If either of you has had bhang or alcohol, keep intimacy for another night. Consent needs a clear head, every time.
Waterproof picks for the shower
A waterproof toy can go in the shower and is easy to wash after. Look for a stated waterproof rating, not just “splash-proof”, and a body-safe material such as silicone. Our waterproof sex toys collection lists every one we stock; here are a few that suit couples, from a soft vibrating ring (₹1,399) to a quiet lay-on vibrator (₹1,999).
Pretty LovePassionate Figgy Vibrating Penis Ring₹1,399View product
Fun FactoryVolita Lay-On Vibrator Purple₹1,999View product
Pretty LoveAdrien Penis Ring₹1,499View product
LatetobedDara Powerful Vibrating Bullet₹799View productFor a slow evening after
If a toy is not your thing, a massage candle (₹2,199) or a card game for two (₹1,699) works just as well. Use a water-based lube (₹799) with any toy and with condoms; it rinses off easily too.
ShungaMassage Candle Island Blossoms 170 ml₹2,199View product
Secret PlayGame Truth or Dare₹1,699View product
EROSWaterbased Lubricant Black 150 ml₹799View product
Kheper GamesIntimate Encounters Romantic Recipes (EN ES)₹1,499View productA small Holi gift for your partner
Holi is not a gifting festival in the way Diwali is, which is exactly why a small, private gift lands well. Leave it on the pillow for when you finally get to bed: a handwritten note, a new body oil for the skin you scrubbed all afternoon, or a card game for the next quiet evening. For more ideas sorted by budget, our anniversary gifts for couples work for any “just because” occasion.
Care after the shower
Wash any toy with warm water and a mild, unscented soap, dry it fully and store it away from colour powder, which can stain silicone. Our guide on how to clean sex toys covers each material.
Keep it private
Holi week is busy at home, so plan the delivery for a day when you can receive it yourself. Every order ships in a plain, unbranded box with no product names on the label, and cash on delivery is available on every order. Our page on discreet delivery shows exactly what the parcel and the label look like.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Holi in 2027?
Holi (Rangwali Holi) is on Monday, 22 March 2027. Holika Dahan, the bonfire night, is on the evening of Sunday, 21 March.
When should I order for Holi?
By 13 March 2027. We dispatch in 1 to 2 days and delivery takes 3 to 7 days, and couriers get busy just before the festival.
Can a waterproof toy be used in the shower?
Yes, if the maker states it is waterproof. Use a water-based or silicone lube, and wash and dry the toy after.
Is coconut oil a good lube?
It is fine on skin before Holi, but it is not a good lube with latex condoms because oil weakens latex. Use a water-based lube instead.
Will anyone know what I ordered?
No. Every order ships in a plain, unbranded box with no product names on the label, and cash on delivery is available.
For adults 21 and over. Every order ships in a plain, unbranded box with free delivery and cash on delivery.